Chelsfield Primary School vs Pratts Bottom Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 2.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chelsfield Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
97 students
Pratts Bottom Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
67 students
| Measure | Chelsfield Primary School Orpington, London | Pratts Bottom Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1701 of 1,720 | #1193 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #15020 of 15,697 | #8042 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 97 | 67 |
| Pupils on roll | 97 | 67 |
| Free school meals | 25.8% | 13.4% |
| Capacity filled | 89% | 68.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 27% | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 11% |
| 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 | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.chelsfield.bromley.sch.uk/ | www.prattsbottomprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Pratts Bottom Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.8 vs 12.2).
- •Pratts Bottom Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (56% vs 27%).
- •Pratts Bottom Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 0%).
- •Chelsfield Primary School is the larger school with 97 students compared with 67.
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 Chelsfield Primary School better than Pratts Bottom Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Pratts Bottom Primary School ranks higher (49.8 vs 12.2 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 Chelsfield Primary School and Pratts Bottom Primary School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chelsfield Primary School: 97. Pratts Bottom Primary School: 67. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chelsfield Primary School and Pratts Bottom Primary School rank in London?
Chelsfield Primary School is 1701st of 1,720 and Pratts Bottom Primary School is 1193rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).