Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School vs Westminster Cathedral Choir School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 334 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
180 students
Westminster Cathedral Choir School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 4–13
266 students
| Measure | Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School London, London | Westminster Cathedral Choir School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #283 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #1731 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–13 |
| Students | 180 | 266 |
| Pupils on roll | 180 | 266 |
| Free school meals | 28.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 71.7% | 94.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 88% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 25% | – |
| 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.burdettcoutts.co.uk | www.choirschool.com |
The verdict
- •Westminster Cathedral Choir School is the larger school with 266 students compared with 180.
- •Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School is a local authority school while Westminster Cathedral Choir School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School is co-educational and Westminster Cathedral Choir School 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 Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School better than Westminster Cathedral Choir 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 Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School and Westminster Cathedral Choir School?
About 334 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School: 180. Westminster Cathedral Choir School: 266. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School and Westminster Cathedral Choir School rank in London?
Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School is 283rd of 1,720 and Westminster Cathedral Choir School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).