Darrick Wood School vs Newstead Wood School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 703 m 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
Newstead Wood School
Orpington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,347 students
| Measure | Darrick Wood School Orpington, London | Newstead Wood School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 98 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #185 of 640 | #11 of 640 |
| National rank | #868 of 4,090 | #29 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,698 | 1,347 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,698 | 1,347 |
| Free school meals | 15% | 5.6% |
| Capacity filled | 93% | 141% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.5 | 82.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 56.5% | 100% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.2% | 100% |
| EBacc average points | 4.81 | 7.89 |
| A level points per entry | 32.5 | 43.5 |
| town | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.darrickwood.bromley.sch.uk | www.newsteadwood.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Newstead Wood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (98.1 vs 73.2).
- •Darrick Wood School is the larger school with 1,698 students compared with 1,347.
- •Darrick Wood School is co-educational and Newstead Wood School is girls.
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 Newstead Wood School?
On the Success Index (England), Newstead Wood School ranks higher (98.1 vs 73.2 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 Newstead Wood School?
About 703 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darrick Wood School: 1,698. Newstead Wood School: 1,347. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darrick Wood School and Newstead Wood School rank in London?
Darrick Wood School is 185th of 640 and Newstead Wood School is 11th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).