Branfil Primary School vs Lovelace Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 44 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branfil Primary School
Upminster · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
533 students
Lovelace Primary School
Chessington · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
530 students
| Measure | Branfil Primary School Upminster, London | Lovelace Primary School Chessington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1103 of 1,720 | #1266 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #7283 of 15,697 | #8818 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 533 | 530 |
| Pupils on roll | 533 | 530 |
| Free school meals | 9.8% | 15.1% |
| Capacity filled | 88.8% | 84.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 55% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 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 | Upminster | Chessington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | branfil.havering.sch.uk/ | www.lovelace.kingston.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Branfil Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.2 vs 46.3).
- •Branfil Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 55%).
- •Lovelace Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 6%).
- •Branfil Primary School is the larger school with 533 students compared with 530.
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 Branfil Primary School better than Lovelace Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Branfil Primary School ranks higher (53.2 vs 46.3 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 Branfil Primary School and Lovelace Primary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Upminster and Chessington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Branfil Primary School: 533. Lovelace Primary School: 530. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Branfil Primary School and Lovelace Primary School rank in London?
Branfil Primary School is 1103rd of 1,720 and Lovelace Primary School is 1266th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).