Coombe Wood School vs Heron Hall Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 31 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coombe Wood School
South Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,162 students
Heron Hall Academy
Enfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,161 students
| Measure | Coombe Wood School South Croydon, London | Heron Hall Academy Enfield, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #274 of 640 | #582 of 640 |
| National rank | #1313 of 4,090 | #3566 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,162 | 1,161 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,162 | 1,161 |
| Free school meals | 31.2% | 56.8% |
| Capacity filled | 105.6% | 82.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.6 | 39.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.4% | 31.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 74% | 52.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.94 | 3.39 |
| A level points per entry | 31.1 | 24.1 |
| town | South Croydon | Enfield |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cws-croydon.co.uk | www.heronhallacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Coombe Wood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.6 vs 19.7).
- •Coombe Wood School is the larger school with 1,162 students compared with 1,161.
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 Coombe Wood School better than Heron Hall Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Coombe Wood School ranks higher (63.6 vs 19.7 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 Coombe Wood School and Heron Hall Academy?
About 31 km in a straight line, between South Croydon and Enfield in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Coombe Wood School: 1,162. Heron Hall Academy: 1,161. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Coombe Wood School and Heron Hall Academy rank in London?
Coombe Wood School is 274th of 640 and Heron Hall Academy is 582nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).