Harrow Lodge Primary School vs The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrow Lodge Primary School
Hornchurch · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
456 students
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
Romford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,381 students
| Measure | Harrow Lodge Primary School Hornchurch, London | The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1158 of 1,720 | #251 of 640 |
| National rank | #7713 of 15,697 | #1201 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 456 | 1,381 |
| Pupils on roll | 456 | 1,381 |
| Free school meals | 25.2% | 22.5% |
| Capacity filled | 108.6% | 103.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 45.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 71.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.64 |
| A level points per entry | – | 34.1 |
| town | Hornchurch | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.harrowlodgeprimary.com | www.fbaok.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.9 vs 51.2).
- •The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is the larger school with 1,381 students compared with 456.
- •Harrow Lodge Primary School is co-educational and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is girls.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Harrow Lodge Primary School better than The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls?
On the Success Index (England), The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls ranks higher (65.9 vs 51.2 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 Harrow Lodge Primary School and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hornchurch and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harrow Lodge Primary School: 456. The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls: 1,381. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harrow Lodge Primary School and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls rank in London?
Harrow Lodge Primary School is 1158th of 1,720 and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is 251st of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).