Finchley Catholic High School vs Holy Family Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 13 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Finchley Catholic High School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,172 students
Holy Family Catholic School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,175 students
| Measure | Finchley Catholic High School London, London | Holy Family Catholic School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 88 Top 10% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #73 of 640 | #413 of 640 |
| National rank | #335 of 4,090 | #2258 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,172 | 1,175 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,172 | 1,175 |
| Free school meals | 14.5% | 34.2% |
| Capacity filled | 97.7% | 94.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 62.3 | 45.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 78.6% | 43% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 88.4% | 64% |
| EBacc average points | 5.16 | 4.12 |
| A level points per entry | 36.2 | 29.1 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.finchleycatholic.org.uk | holyfamily.waltham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Finchley Catholic High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (87.7 vs 44.3).
- •Holy Family Catholic School is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 1,172.
- •Finchley Catholic High School is boys and Holy Family Catholic School is co-educational.
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 Finchley Catholic High School better than Holy Family Catholic School?
On the Success Index (England), Finchley Catholic High School ranks higher (87.7 vs 44.3 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 Finchley Catholic High School and Holy Family Catholic School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Finchley Catholic High School: 1,172. Holy Family Catholic School: 1,175. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Finchley Catholic High School and Holy Family Catholic School rank in London?
Finchley Catholic High School is 73rd of 640 and Holy Family Catholic School is 413th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).