Donhead Preparatory School vs Wimbledon College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 153 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donhead Preparatory School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
293 students
Wimbledon College
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,266 students
| Measure | Donhead Preparatory School London, London | Wimbledon College London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 81 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #125 of 640 |
| National rank | – | #589 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 293 | 1,266 |
| Pupils on roll | 293 | 1,266 |
| Free school meals | – | 24.3% |
| Capacity filled | 86.2% | 101.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 57.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 68.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 83% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.43 |
| A level points per entry | – | 38.7 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.donhead.org.uk | www.wimbledoncollege.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Wimbledon College is the larger school with 1,266 students compared with 293.
- •Donhead Preparatory School is a independent school while Wimbledon College is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Donhead Preparatory School is co-educational and Wimbledon College 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 Donhead Preparatory School better than Wimbledon College?
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 Donhead Preparatory School and Wimbledon College?
About 153 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Donhead Preparatory School: 293. Wimbledon College: 1,266. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Donhead Preparatory School and Wimbledon College rank in London?
Donhead Preparatory School is unranked and Wimbledon College is 125th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).