Buckingham Preparatory School vs Longfield Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 171 m 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
Longfield Primary School
Harrow · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
617 students
| Measure | Buckingham Preparatory School Pinner, London | Longfield Primary School Harrow, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #590 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #3468 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 103 | 617 |
| Pupils on roll | 103 | 617 |
| Free school meals | – | 15.3% |
| Capacity filled | 73.6% | 73.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 14% |
| 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 | Harrow |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.buckprep.org | www.longfieldprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Longfield Primary School is the larger school with 617 students compared with 103.
- •Buckingham Preparatory School is a independent school while Longfield Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Buckingham Preparatory School is boys and Longfield 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 Longfield 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 Longfield Primary School?
About 171 m in a straight line, between Pinner and Harrow in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Buckingham Preparatory School: 103. Longfield Primary School: 617. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Buckingham Preparatory School and Longfield Primary School rank in London?
Buckingham Preparatory School is unranked and Longfield Primary School is 590th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).