Hayes School vs Pickhurst Infant 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 Infant Academy
West Wickham · Academy primary · Ages 5–7
336 students
| Measure | Hayes School Bromley, London | Pickhurst Infant Academy West Wickham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 84 Top 25% | 88 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #96 of 640 | #152 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #464 of 4,090 | #1004 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 5–7 |
| Students | 1,770 | 336 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,770 | 336 |
| Free school meals | 10.9% | 7.7% |
| Capacity filled | 110.5% | 93.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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-inf.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pickhurst Infant Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.3 vs 84.2).
- •Hayes School is the larger school with 1,770 students compared with 336.
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 Infant Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pickhurst Infant Academy ranks higher (88.3 vs 84.2 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 Hayes School and Pickhurst Infant 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 Infant Academy: 336. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hayes School and Pickhurst Infant Academy rank in London?
Hayes School is 96th of 640 and Pickhurst Infant Academy is 152nd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).