Fossdene Primary School vs John Betts Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 18 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fossdene Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
206 students
John Betts Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
206 students
| Measure | Fossdene Primary School London, London | John Betts Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 74 Top 25% | 97 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #549 of 1,720 | #22 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3197 of 15,697 | #179 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 206 | 206 |
| Pupils on roll | 206 | 206 |
| Free school meals | 40.8% | 8.3% |
| Capacity filled | 91.2% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | 100% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | 36% |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.fossdene.greenwich.sch.uk | www.johnbetts.lbhf.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •John Betts Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (96.8 vs 73.8).
- •John Betts Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (100% vs 80%).
- •John Betts Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (36% vs 20%).
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 Fossdene Primary School better than John Betts Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), John Betts Primary School ranks higher (96.8 vs 73.8 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 Fossdene Primary School and John Betts Primary School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fossdene Primary School: 206. John Betts Primary School: 206. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fossdene Primary School and John Betts Primary School rank in London?
Fossdene Primary School is 549th of 1,720 and John Betts Primary School is 22nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).