Castle Hill Academy vs Courtwood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle Hill Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
263 students
Courtwood Primary School
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
215 students
| Measure | Castle Hill Academy Croydon, London | Courtwood Primary School Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1440 of 1,720 | #1432 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #10708 of 15,697 | #10658 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 263 | 215 |
| Pupils on roll | 263 | 215 |
| Free school meals | 66.8% | 31.2% |
| Capacity filled | 62.6% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 0% |
| 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 | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.castlehillacademy.co.uk/ | www.courtwood.croydon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (37.5 vs 37.7).
- •Courtwood Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 58%).
- •Castle Hill Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 0%).
- •Castle Hill Academy is the larger school with 263 students compared with 215.
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 Castle Hill Academy better than Courtwood 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 Castle Hill Academy and Courtwood Primary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Castle Hill Academy: 263. Courtwood Primary School: 215. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Castle Hill Academy and Courtwood Primary School rank in London?
Castle Hill Academy is 1440th of 1,720 and Courtwood Primary School is 1432nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).