Fairlop Primary School vs Gilbert Colvin Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 884 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairlop Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
681 students
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
| Measure | Fairlop Primary School Ilford, London | Gilbert Colvin Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 68 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #719 of 1,720 | #1034 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4245 of 15,697 | #6580 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 681 | 344 |
| Pupils on roll | 681 | 344 |
| Free school meals | 20.5% | 35.6% |
| Capacity filled | 108.1% | 80.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | 6% |
| 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 | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.fairlop.redbridge.sch.uk | www.gilbertcolvin.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Fairlop Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.1 vs 56.5).
- •Gilbert Colvin Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (75% vs 72%).
- •Fairlop Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 6%).
- •Fairlop Primary School is the larger school with 681 students compared with 344.
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 Fairlop Primary School better than Gilbert Colvin Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Fairlop Primary School ranks higher (68.1 vs 56.5 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 Fairlop Primary School and Gilbert Colvin Primary School?
About 884 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairlop Primary School: 681. Gilbert Colvin Primary School: 344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairlop Primary School and Gilbert Colvin Primary School rank in London?
Fairlop Primary School is 719th of 1,720 and Gilbert Colvin Primary School is 1034th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).