Gearies Primary School vs Valentines High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 668 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gearies Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
884 students
Valentines High School
Ilford · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,357 students
| Measure | Gearies Primary School Ilford, London | Valentines High School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #218 of 1,720 | #147 of 640 |
| National rank | #1371 of 15,697 | #684 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 884 | 1,357 |
| Pupils on roll | 884 | 1,357 |
| Free school meals | 12.5% | 29.1% |
| Capacity filled | 97.6% | 105.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 27% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 59.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 76.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 84.5% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.48 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.2 |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.geariesprimaryschool.co.uk | www.valentines-sch.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Gearies Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.4 vs 78.1).
- •Valentines High School is the larger school with 1,357 students compared with 884.
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 Gearies Primary School better than Valentines High School?
On the Success Index (England), Gearies Primary School ranks higher (85.4 vs 78.1 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 Gearies Primary School and Valentines High School?
About 668 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gearies Primary School: 884. Valentines High School: 1,357. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gearies Primary School and Valentines High School rank in London?
Gearies Primary School is 218th of 1,720 and Valentines High School is 147th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).