Chipstead Valley Primary School vs Smitham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chipstead Valley Primary School
Coulsdon · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
684 students
Smitham Primary School
Coulsdon · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
654 students
| Measure | Chipstead Valley Primary School Coulsdon, London | Smitham Primary School Coulsdon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #880 of 1,720 | #1019 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #5354 of 15,697 | #6459 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 684 | 654 |
| Pupils on roll | 684 | 654 |
| Free school meals | 6.7% | 14.5% |
| Capacity filled | 108.6% | 99.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 12% |
| 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 | Coulsdon | Coulsdon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.chipsteadvalley.com | www.smitham.croydon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Chipstead Valley Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.3 vs 57.0).
- •Chipstead Valley Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 62%).
- •Smitham Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 7%).
- •Chipstead Valley Primary School is the larger school with 684 students compared with 654.
- •Chipstead Valley Primary School is a academy school while Smitham Primary School is a local authority 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 Chipstead Valley Primary School better than Smitham Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Chipstead Valley Primary School ranks higher (62.3 vs 57.0 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 Chipstead Valley Primary School and Smitham Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Coulsdon and Coulsdon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chipstead Valley Primary School: 684. Smitham Primary School: 654. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chipstead Valley Primary School and Smitham Primary School rank in London?
Chipstead Valley Primary School is 880th of 1,720 and Smitham Primary School is 1019th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).