Henry Cavendish Primary School vs St Bede's Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 501 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henry Cavendish Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
873 students
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
143 students
| Measure | Henry Cavendish Primary School London, London | St Bede's Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 84 Top 25% | 13 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #250 of 1,720 | #1692 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1568 of 15,697 | #14882 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 873 | 143 |
| Pupils on roll | 873 | 143 |
| Free school meals | 12.7% | 44.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94.2% | 60.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 25% | – |
| 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.henrycavendish.co.uk | www.stbedes.uk |
The verdict
- •Henry Cavendish Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.9 vs 13.4).
- •Henry Cavendish Primary School is the larger school with 873 students compared with 143.
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 Henry Cavendish Primary School better than St Bede's Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Henry Cavendish Primary School ranks higher (83.9 vs 13.4 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 Henry Cavendish Primary School and St Bede's Catholic Primary School?
About 501 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Henry Cavendish Primary School: 873. St Bede's Catholic Primary School: 143. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Henry Cavendish Primary School and St Bede's Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Henry Cavendish Primary School is 250th of 1,720 and St Bede's Catholic Primary School is 1692nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).