Darrick Wood School vs Tubbenden Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.1 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
Tubbenden Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
647 students
| Measure | Darrick Wood School Orpington, London | Tubbenden Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #185 of 640 | #409 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #868 of 4,090 | #2422 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,698 | 647 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,698 | 647 |
| Free school meals | 15% | 7.8% |
| Capacity filled | 93% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 9% |
| 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.tubbenden.bromley.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Tubbenden Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.3 vs 73.2).
- •Darrick Wood School is the larger school with 1,698 students compared with 647.
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 Tubbenden Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Tubbenden Primary School ranks higher (78.3 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 Tubbenden Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darrick Wood School: 1,698. Tubbenden Primary School: 647. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darrick Wood School and Tubbenden Primary School rank in London?
Darrick Wood School is 185th of 640 and Tubbenden Primary School is 409th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).