Charles Darwin School vs Harris Academy Tottenham
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 32 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Darwin School
Westerham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,305 students
Harris Academy Tottenham
London · Academy all-through · Ages 4–19
1,307 students
| Measure | Charles Darwin School Westerham, London | Harris Academy Tottenham London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #491 of 640 | #212 of 640 |
| National rank | #2915 of 4,090 | #968 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–19 |
| Students | 1,305 | 1,307 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,305 | 1,307 |
| Free school meals | 23.5% | 36.8% |
| Capacity filled | 96.2% | 83.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 89% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.9 | 52.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24.4% | 55.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.7% | 73.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | 4.92 |
| A level points per entry | 29.5 | 33.6 |
| town | Westerham | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cdarwin.com | www.harristottenham.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Academy Tottenham scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.2 vs 30.9).
- •Harris Academy Tottenham is the larger school with 1,307 students compared with 1,305.
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 Charles Darwin School better than Harris Academy Tottenham?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Academy Tottenham ranks higher (71.2 vs 30.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Charles Darwin School and Harris Academy Tottenham?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Westerham and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Charles Darwin School: 1,305. Harris Academy Tottenham: 1,307. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Charles Darwin School and Harris Academy Tottenham rank in London?
Charles Darwin School is 491st of 640 and Harris Academy Tottenham is 212th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).