Harlesden Primary School vs Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 817 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlesden Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
306 students
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
222 students
| Measure | Harlesden Primary School London, London | Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1351 of 1,720 | #1437 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #9731 of 15,697 | #10696 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 306 | 222 |
| Pupils on roll | 306 | 222 |
| Free school meals | 52.6% | 36.6% |
| Capacity filled | 72.9% | 92.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 0% |
| 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.lourdes.brent.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harlesden Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.9 vs 37.6).
- •Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 62%).
- •Harlesden Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 0%).
- •Harlesden Primary School is the larger school with 306 students compared with 222.
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 Harlesden Primary School better than Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harlesden Primary School ranks higher (41.9 vs 37.6 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 Harlesden Primary School and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School?
About 817 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harlesden Primary School: 306. Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School: 222. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harlesden Primary School and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Harlesden Primary School is 1351st of 1,720 and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is 1437th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).