Fairford Academy Barnehurst vs Peareswood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 732 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
Peareswood Primary School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
418 students
| Measure | Fairford Academy Barnehurst Bexleyheath, London | Peareswood Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1484 of 1,720 | #761 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11266 of 15,697 | #4499 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 452 | 418 |
| Pupils on roll | 452 | 418 |
| Free school meals | 39.8% | 46.5% |
| Capacity filled | 71.7% | 88.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 9% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bexleyheath | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.fairfordacademy.org/ | www.peareswoodprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Peareswood Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.9 vs 34.8).
- •Peareswood Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (85% vs 56%).
- •Peareswood Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 8%).
- •Fairford Academy Barnehurst is the larger school with 452 students compared with 418.
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 Peareswood Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Peareswood Primary School ranks higher (66.9 vs 34.8 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 Peareswood Primary School?
About 732 m in a straight line, between Bexleyheath and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst: 452. Peareswood Primary School: 418. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairford Academy Barnehurst and Peareswood Primary School rank in London?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst is 1484th of 1,720 and Peareswood Primary School is 761st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).