Gifford Primary School vs Viking Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gifford Primary School
Northolt · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
917 students
Viking Primary School
Northolt · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
213 students
| Measure | Gifford Primary School Northolt, London | Viking Primary School Northolt, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #934 of 1,720 | #1230 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #5781 of 15,697 | #8352 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 917 | 213 |
| Pupils on roll | 917 | 213 |
| Free school meals | 39.9% | 44.9% |
| Capacity filled | 97.1% | 101.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 12% |
| 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 | Northolt | Northolt |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.giffordprimaryschool.co.uk/ | www.vikingprimary.net/ |
The verdict
- •Gifford Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (60.3 vs 48.4).
- •Gifford Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (72% vs 64%).
- •Gifford Primary School is the larger school with 917 students compared with 213.
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 Gifford Primary School better than Viking Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Gifford Primary School ranks higher (60.3 vs 48.4 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 Gifford Primary School and Viking Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Northolt and Northolt in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gifford Primary School: 917. Viking Primary School: 213. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gifford Primary School and Viking Primary School rank in London?
Gifford Primary School is 934th of 1,720 and Viking Primary School is 1230th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).