Gilbert Colvin Primary School vs Hoxton Garden Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 12 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
Hoxton Garden Primary
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
| Measure | Gilbert Colvin Primary School Ilford, London | Hoxton Garden Primary London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1034 of 1,720 | #556 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6580 of 15,697 | #3257 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 344 | 344 |
| Pupils on roll | 344 | 344 |
| Free school meals | 35.6% | 64.5% |
| Capacity filled | 80.2% | 76.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | 84% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 21% |
| 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 | Ilford | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.gilbertcolvin.co.uk | www.hoxtongarden.hackney.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Hoxton Garden Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.5 vs 56.5).
- •Hoxton Garden Primary does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (84% vs 75%).
- •Hoxton Garden Primary does better on ks2: higher standard (21% vs 6%).
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 Gilbert Colvin Primary School better than Hoxton Garden Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Hoxton Garden Primary ranks higher (73.5 vs 56.5 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 Gilbert Colvin Primary School and Hoxton Garden Primary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Ilford and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School: 344. Hoxton Garden Primary: 344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gilbert Colvin Primary School and Hoxton Garden Primary rank in London?
Gilbert Colvin Primary School is 1034th of 1,720 and Hoxton Garden Primary is 556th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).