Fairford Academy Barnehurst vs Leigh Academy Bexley
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 719 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairford Academy Barnehurst
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
452 students
Leigh Academy Bexley
Erith · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
873 students
| Measure | Fairford Academy Barnehurst Bexleyheath, London | Leigh Academy Bexley Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1484 of 1,720 | #590 of 640 |
| National rank | #11266 of 15,697 | #3619 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 452 | 873 |
| Pupils on roll | 452 | 873 |
| Free school meals | 39.8% | 42.3% |
| Capacity filled | 71.7% | 42.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 35.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 26.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 43.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.96 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.4 |
| town | Bexleyheath | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.fairfordacademy.org/ | leighacademybexley.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Fairford Academy Barnehurst scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.8 vs 19.0).
- •Leigh Academy Bexley is the larger school with 873 students compared with 452.
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 Fairford Academy Barnehurst better than Leigh Academy Bexley?
On the Success Index (England), Fairford Academy Barnehurst ranks higher (34.8 vs 19.0 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 Fairford Academy Barnehurst and Leigh Academy Bexley?
About 719 m in a straight line, between Bexleyheath and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst: 452. Leigh Academy Bexley: 873. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairford Academy Barnehurst and Leigh Academy Bexley rank in London?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst is 1484th of 1,720 and Leigh Academy Bexley is 590th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).