Harris Garrard Academy vs Willow Bank Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 630 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Garrard Academy
Erith · Academy all-through · Ages 4–18
1,505 students
Willow Bank Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
182 students
| Measure | Harris Garrard Academy Erith, London | Willow Bank Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #257 of 640 | #1470 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1219 of 4,090 | #11122 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,505 | 182 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,505 | 182 |
| Free school meals | 43.6% | 56% |
| Capacity filled | 84.6% | 43.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 82% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 9% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.30 | – |
| A level points per entry | 26.8 | – |
| town | Erith | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.Harrisgarrard.org.uk | www.willowbankprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Garrard Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.6 vs 35.7).
- •Harris Garrard Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (82% vs 58%).
- •Harris Garrard Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 9%).
- •Harris Garrard Academy is the larger school with 1,505 students compared with 182.
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 Harris Garrard Academy better than Willow Bank Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Garrard Academy ranks higher (65.6 vs 35.7 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 Harris Garrard Academy and Willow Bank Primary School?
About 630 m in a straight line, between Erith and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harris Garrard Academy: 1,505. Willow Bank Primary School: 182. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harris Garrard Academy and Willow Bank Primary School rank in London?
Harris Garrard Academy is 257th of 640 and Willow Bank Primary School is 1470th of 1,720 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).