Darrick Wood School vs Farnborough Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darrick Wood School
Orpington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,698 students
Farnborough Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
198 students
| Measure | Darrick Wood School Orpington, London | Farnborough Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #185 of 640 | #663 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #868 of 4,090 | #3932 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 1,698 | 198 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,698 | 198 |
| Free school meals | 15% | 6.1% |
| Capacity filled | 93% | 94.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 14% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 56.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.81 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.5 | – |
| town | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.darrickwood.bromley.sch.uk | www.farnboroughprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Darrick Wood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.2 vs 69.9).
- •Darrick Wood School is the larger school with 1,698 students compared with 198.
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 Darrick Wood School better than Farnborough Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Darrick Wood School ranks higher (73.2 vs 69.9 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 Darrick Wood School and Farnborough Primary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darrick Wood School: 1,698. Farnborough Primary School: 198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darrick Wood School and Farnborough Primary School rank in London?
Darrick Wood School is 185th of 640 and Farnborough Primary School is 663rd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).