Heathcote School & Science College vs Normanhurst School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 796 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heathcote School & Science College
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,115 students
Normanhurst School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 2–16
213 students
| Measure | Heathcote School & Science College London, London | Normanhurst School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 85 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #339 of 640 | #90 of 640 |
| National rank | #1732 of 4,090 | #442 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–16 |
| Students | 1,115 | 213 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,115 | 213 |
| Free school meals | 27.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 88.5% | 66.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.1 | 55.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.4% | 60% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.7% | 80% |
| EBacc average points | 4.10 | 4.97 |
| A level points per entry | 35.5 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.heathcoteschool.com/ | www.normanhurstschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Normanhurst School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.8 vs 54.7).
- •Heathcote School & Science College is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 213.
- •Heathcote School & Science College is a local authority school while Normanhurst School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Heathcote School & Science College better than Normanhurst School?
On the Success Index (England), Normanhurst School ranks higher (84.8 vs 54.7 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 Heathcote School & Science College and Normanhurst School?
About 796 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Heathcote School & Science College: 1,115. Normanhurst School: 213. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Heathcote School & Science College and Normanhurst School rank in London?
Heathcote School & Science College is 339th of 640 and Normanhurst School is 90th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).