Blackheath Prep vs The Pointer School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 295 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackheath Prep
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
390 students
The Pointer School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
| Measure | Blackheath Prep London, London | The Pointer School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 390 | 344 |
| Pupils on roll | 390 | 344 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 92.9% | 94.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.blackheathprep.co.uk | pointers.school |
The verdict
- •Blackheath Prep is the larger school with 390 students compared with 344.
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 Blackheath Prep better than The Pointer 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 Blackheath Prep and The Pointer School?
About 295 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Blackheath Prep: 390. The Pointer School: 344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Blackheath Prep and The Pointer School rank in London?
Blackheath Prep is unranked and The Pointer School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).