Farnborough Primary School vs Tubbenden Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 888 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farnborough Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
198 students
Tubbenden Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
647 students
| Measure | Farnborough Primary School Orpington, London | Tubbenden Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #663 of 1,720 | #409 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3932 of 15,697 | #2422 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 198 | 647 |
| Pupils on roll | 198 | 647 |
| Free school meals | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94.3% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 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 | Orpington | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.farnboroughprimary.co.uk/ | www.tubbenden.bromley.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Tubbenden Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.3 vs 69.9).
- •Tubbenden Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 66%).
- •Farnborough Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 9%).
- •Tubbenden Primary School is the larger school with 647 students compared with 198.
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 Farnborough Primary School better than Tubbenden Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Tubbenden Primary School ranks higher (78.3 vs 69.9 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 Farnborough Primary School and Tubbenden Primary School?
About 888 m in a straight line, between Orpington and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Farnborough Primary School: 198. Tubbenden Primary School: 647. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Farnborough Primary School and Tubbenden Primary School rank in London?
Farnborough Primary School is 663rd of 1,720 and Tubbenden Primary School is 409th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).