Bolder Academy vs Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 19 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bolder Academy
Isleworth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
909 students
Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
912 students
| Measure | Bolder Academy Isleworth, London | Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #360 of 640 | #250 of 640 |
| National rank | #1840 of 4,090 | #1193 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 909 | 912 |
| Pupils on roll | 909 | 912 |
| Free school meals | 28.9% | 37.3% |
| Capacity filled | 72.1% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.6 | 55.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.8% | 55.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.5% | 74.4% |
| EBacc average points | 4.25 | 5.02 |
| A level points per entry | 37.1 | 33.9 |
| town | Isleworth | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bolderacademy.co.uk | www.harrisdulwichboys.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.0 vs 52.6).
- •Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich is the larger school with 912 students compared with 909.
- •Bolder Academy is co-educational and Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich is boys.
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 Bolder Academy better than Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich ranks higher (66.0 vs 52.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bolder Academy and Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Isleworth and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bolder Academy: 909. Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich: 912. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bolder Academy and Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich rank in London?
Bolder Academy is 360th of 640 and Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich is 250th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).