DLD College vs Shrewsbury House School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 19 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DLD College
London · Independent secondary · Ages 13–21
306 students
Shrewsbury House School
Surbiton · Independent all-through · Ages 4–14
308 students
| Measure | DLD College London, London | Shrewsbury House School Surbiton, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 11 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #619 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #3935 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 13–21 | Ages 4–14 |
| Students | 306 | 308 |
| Pupils on roll | 306 | 308 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 40.8% | 88% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 14.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| EBacc average points | 1.33 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.5 | – |
| town | London | Surbiton |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.dldcollege.co.uk | www.shrewsburyhouse.net |
The verdict
- •Shrewsbury House School is the larger school with 308 students compared with 306.
- •DLD College is co-educational and Shrewsbury House School is boys.
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 DLD College better than Shrewsbury House School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are DLD College and Shrewsbury House School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between London and Surbiton in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
DLD College: 306. Shrewsbury House School: 308. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do DLD College and Shrewsbury House School rank in London?
DLD College is 619th of 640 and Shrewsbury House School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).