Hilldene Primary School vs Koru Independent AP Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilldene Primary School
Romford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
643 students
Koru Independent AP Academy
Romford · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
33 students
| Measure | Hilldene Primary School Romford, London | Koru Independent AP Academy Romford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 51 Top 50% | 2 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1173 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #7843 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 643 | 33 |
| Pupils on roll | 643 | 33 |
| Free school meals | 24.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 89.3% | 66% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 3.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 0.17 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Romford | Romford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | hilldene.havering.sch.uk/ | www.korueducation.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hilldene Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (50.6 vs 2.4).
- •Hilldene Primary School is the larger school with 643 students compared with 33.
- •Hilldene Primary School is a local authority school while Koru Independent AP Academy 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 Hilldene Primary School better than Koru Independent AP Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hilldene Primary School ranks higher (50.6 vs 2.4 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 Hilldene Primary School and Koru Independent AP Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Romford and Romford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilldene Primary School: 643. Koru Independent AP Academy: 33. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilldene Primary School and Koru Independent AP Academy rank in London?
Hilldene Primary School is 1173rd of 1,720 and Koru Independent AP Academy is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).