Holy Cross RC School vs Kensington Prep School GDST
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 277 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Cross RC School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
605 students
Kensington Prep School GDST
London · Independent primary · Ages 4–11
300 students
| Measure | Holy Cross RC School London, London | Kensington Prep School GDST London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 93 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #75 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #492 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 605 | 300 |
| Pupils on roll | 605 | 300 |
| Free school meals | 11.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 93.7% | 100% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 92% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 24% | – |
| 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.holycrossfulham.org.uk/ | www.kensingtonprep.gdst.net/ |
The verdict
- •Holy Cross RC School is the larger school with 605 students compared with 300.
- •Holy Cross RC School is a local authority school while Kensington Prep School GDST is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Holy Cross RC School is co-educational and Kensington Prep School GDST is girls.
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 Holy Cross RC School better than Kensington Prep School GDST?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Holy Cross RC School and Kensington Prep School GDST?
About 277 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holy Cross RC School: 605. Kensington Prep School GDST: 300. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holy Cross RC School and Kensington Prep School GDST rank in London?
Holy Cross RC School is 75th of 1,720 and Kensington Prep School GDST is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).