Heavers Farm Primary School vs South Norwood Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 590 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heavers Farm Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
259 students
South Norwood Primary
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
356 students
| Measure | Heavers Farm Primary School London, London | South Norwood Primary London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1614 of 1,720 | #1412 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #13310 of 15,697 | #10446 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 259 | 356 |
| Pupils on roll | 259 | 356 |
| Free school meals | 35.6% | 39% |
| Capacity filled | 30% | 84.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 48% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.heaversfarmprimary.com/ | thepioneeracademy.co.uk/south-norwood-primary/ |
The verdict
- •South Norwood Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.6 vs 24.3).
- •South Norwood Primary does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 48%).
- •South Norwood Primary is the larger school with 356 students compared with 259.
- •Heavers Farm Primary School is a local authority school while South Norwood Primary is a academy 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 Heavers Farm Primary School better than South Norwood Primary?
On the Success Index (England), South Norwood Primary ranks higher (38.6 vs 24.3 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 Heavers Farm Primary School and South Norwood Primary?
About 590 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Heavers Farm Primary School: 259. South Norwood Primary: 356. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Heavers Farm Primary School and South Norwood Primary rank in London?
Heavers Farm Primary School is 1614th of 1,720 and South Norwood Primary is 1412th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).