City of London Primary Academy, Islington vs Dallington School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 351 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City of London Primary Academy, Islington
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
348 students
Dallington School
United Kingdom · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
45 students
| Measure | City of London Primary Academy, Islington London, London | Dallington School United Kingdom, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #380 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #2245 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 348 | 45 |
| Pupils on roll | 348 | 45 |
| Free school meals | 29.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 76% | 25% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 40% | – |
| 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 | United Kingdom |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.colpai.org.uk | www.dallingtonschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •City of London Primary Academy, Islington is the larger school with 348 students compared with 45.
- •City of London Primary Academy, Islington is a academy school while Dallington School is a independent 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 City of London Primary Academy, Islington better than Dallington 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 City of London Primary Academy, Islington and Dallington School?
About 351 m in a straight line, between London and United Kingdom in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
City of London Primary Academy, Islington: 348. Dallington School: 45. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do City of London Primary Academy, Islington and Dallington School rank in London?
City of London Primary Academy, Islington is 380th of 1,720 and Dallington School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).