Hayes School vs Pickhurst Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayes School
Bromley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,770 students
Pickhurst Academy
West Wickham · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
509 students
| Measure | Hayes School Bromley, London | Pickhurst Academy West Wickham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 84 Top 25% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #96 of 640 | #251 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #464 of 4,090 | #1577 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 1,770 | 509 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,770 | 509 |
| Free school meals | 10.9% | 7.9% |
| Capacity filled | 110.5% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 25% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 54.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 61.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 80.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.11 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.8 | – |
| town | Bromley | West Wickham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hayes.bromley.sch.uk/ | www.pickhurst.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (84.2 vs 83.9).
- •Hayes School is the larger school with 1,770 students compared with 509.
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 Hayes School better than Pickhurst Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hayes School and Pickhurst Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Bromley and West Wickham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hayes School: 1,770. Pickhurst Academy: 509. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hayes School and Pickhurst Academy rank in London?
Hayes School is 96th of 640 and Pickhurst Academy is 251st of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).