Dalmain Primary School vs Fairlawn Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 862 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dalmain Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
381 students
Fairlawn Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
362 students
| Measure | Dalmain Primary School London, London | Fairlawn Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 75 Top 25% | 81 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #521 of 1,720 | #345 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3025 of 15,697 | #2081 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 381 | 362 |
| Pupils on roll | 381 | 362 |
| Free school meals | 15.5% | 15.9% |
| Capacity filled | 81.1% | 75.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 23% | 14% |
| 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.dalmain.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.fairlawn.lewisham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Fairlawn Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (80.5 vs 74.8).
- •Fairlawn Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (80% vs 71%).
- •Dalmain Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (23% vs 14%).
- •Dalmain Primary School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 362.
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 Dalmain Primary School better than Fairlawn Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Fairlawn Primary School ranks higher (80.5 vs 74.8 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 Dalmain Primary School and Fairlawn Primary School?
About 862 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Dalmain Primary School: 381. Fairlawn Primary School: 362. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Dalmain Primary School and Fairlawn Primary School rank in London?
Dalmain Primary School is 521st of 1,720 and Fairlawn Primary School is 345th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).