Friars Primary Foundation School vs Haberdashers' Borough Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 367 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friars Primary Foundation School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
194 students
Haberdashers' Borough Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
983 students
| Measure | Friars Primary Foundation School London, London | Haberdashers' Borough Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1300 of 1,720 | #400 of 640 |
| National rank | #9188 of 15,697 | #2174 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 194 | 983 |
| Pupils on roll | 194 | 983 |
| Free school meals | 43.8% | 57.3% |
| Capacity filled | 92.4% | 85.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 47.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 42.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 66.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.65 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | friarsprimaryschool.com/ | www.habsborough.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Haberdashers' Borough Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (45.8 vs 44.4).
- •Haberdashers' Borough Academy is the larger school with 983 students compared with 194.
- •Friars Primary Foundation School is a local authority school while Haberdashers' Borough Academy is a academy 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 Friars Primary Foundation School better than Haberdashers' Borough Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Haberdashers' Borough Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 44.4 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 Friars Primary Foundation School and Haberdashers' Borough Academy?
About 367 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Friars Primary Foundation School: 194. Haberdashers' Borough Academy: 983. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Friars Primary Foundation School and Haberdashers' Borough Academy rank in London?
Friars Primary Foundation School is 1300th of 1,720 and Haberdashers' Borough Academy is 400th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).