Burnt Oak Junior School vs West Lodge School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 950 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnt Oak Junior School
Sidcup · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
245 students
West Lodge School
Sidcup · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
174 students
| Measure | Burnt Oak Junior School Sidcup, London | West Lodge School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #186 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #1178 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 245 | 174 |
| Pupils on roll | 245 | 174 |
| Free school meals | 4.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 98.8% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | – |
| 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 | Sidcup | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | burntoak.bexley.sch.uk/ | www.westlodge.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Burnt Oak Junior School is the larger school with 245 students compared with 174.
- •Burnt Oak Junior School is a academy school while West Lodge School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Burnt Oak Junior School better than West Lodge 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 Burnt Oak Junior School and West Lodge School?
About 950 m in a straight line, between Sidcup and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burnt Oak Junior School: 245. West Lodge School: 174. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burnt Oak Junior School and West Lodge School rank in London?
Burnt Oak Junior School is 186th of 1,720 and West Lodge School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).