Fairford Academy Barnehurst vs St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.2 km 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
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
Erith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
459 students
| Measure | Fairford Academy Barnehurst Bexleyheath, London | St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1484 of 1,720 | #869 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #11266 of 15,697 | #5296 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 452 | 459 |
| Pupils on roll | 452 | 459 |
| Free school meals | 39.8% | 24.6% |
| Capacity filled | 71.7% | 107.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 15% |
| 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.st-fidelis.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Fidelis Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.7 vs 34.8).
- •St Fidelis Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 56%).
- •St Fidelis Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (15% vs 8%).
- •St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is the larger school with 459 students compared with 452.
- •Fairford Academy Barnehurst is a academy school while St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 St Fidelis Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Fidelis Catholic Primary School ranks higher (62.7 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 St Fidelis Catholic Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Bexleyheath and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst: 452. St Fidelis Catholic Primary School: 459. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairford Academy Barnehurst and St Fidelis Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Fairford Academy Barnehurst is 1484th of 1,720 and St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is 869th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).