Chestnuts Primary School vs South Harringay Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 732 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chestnuts Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
442 students
South Harringay Junior School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
234 students
| Measure | Chestnuts Primary School London, London | South Harringay Junior School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 82 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #600 of 1,720 | #314 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3524 of 15,697 | #1898 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 442 | 234 |
| Pupils on roll | 442 | 234 |
| Free school meals | 17.7% | 19.2% |
| Capacity filled | 99.1% | 86.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 23% | 33% |
| 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.chestnutsprimary.com | www.southharringayschools.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •South Harringay Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (81.7 vs 72.0).
- •South Harringay Junior School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 70%).
- •South Harringay Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (33% vs 23%).
- •Chestnuts Primary School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 234.
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 Chestnuts Primary School better than South Harringay Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), South Harringay Junior School ranks higher (81.7 vs 72.0 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 Chestnuts Primary School and South Harringay Junior School?
About 732 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chestnuts Primary School: 442. South Harringay Junior School: 234. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chestnuts Primary School and South Harringay Junior School rank in London?
Chestnuts Primary School is 600th of 1,720 and South Harringay Junior School is 314th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).