Buckingham Preparatory School vs Cannon Lane Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckingham Preparatory School
Pinner · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
103 students
Cannon Lane Primary School
Pinner · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
712 students
| Measure | Buckingham Preparatory School Pinner, London | Cannon Lane Primary School Pinner, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 95 Top 5% |
| Region rank | – | #55 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #356 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 103 | 712 |
| Pupils on roll | 103 | 712 |
| Free school meals | – | 4.1% |
| Capacity filled | 73.6% | 84.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 84% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 24% |
| 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 | Pinner | Pinner |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.buckprep.org | www.cannonlaneprimary.org/ |
The verdict
- •Cannon Lane Primary School is the larger school with 712 students compared with 103.
- •Buckingham Preparatory School is a independent school while Cannon Lane Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Buckingham Preparatory School is boys and Cannon Lane Primary School is co-educational.
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 Buckingham Preparatory School better than Cannon Lane Primary 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 Buckingham Preparatory School and Cannon Lane Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Pinner and Pinner in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Buckingham Preparatory School: 103. Cannon Lane Primary School: 712. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Buckingham Preparatory School and Cannon Lane Primary School rank in London?
Buckingham Preparatory School is unranked and Cannon Lane Primary School is 55th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).