Birkbeck Primary School vs West Lodge School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 411 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birkbeck Primary School
Sidcup · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
664 students
West Lodge School
Sidcup · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
174 students
| Measure | Birkbeck Primary School Sidcup, London | West Lodge School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 82 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #309 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #1869 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 664 | 174 |
| Pupils on roll | 664 | 174 |
| Free school meals | 11.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.4% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 85% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Sidcup | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.birkbeck.bexley.sch.uk | www.westlodge.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Birkbeck Primary School is the larger school with 664 students compared with 174.
- •Birkbeck Primary School is a local authority school while West Lodge School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Birkbeck Primary School better than West Lodge School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Birkbeck Primary School and West Lodge School?
About 411 m in a straight line, between Sidcup and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Birkbeck Primary School: 664. West Lodge School: 174. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Birkbeck Primary School and West Lodge School rank in London?
Birkbeck Primary School is 309th of 1,720 and West Lodge School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).