Hope Community School vs Merton Court School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 649 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hope Community School
Sidcup · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
112 students
Merton Court School
Sidcup · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
311 students
| Measure | Hope Community School Sidcup, London | Merton Court School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 10 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1710 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #15215 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 112 | 311 |
| Pupils on roll | 112 | 311 |
| Free school meals | 47.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 53.3% | 94.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 43% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Sidcup | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.hopecommunityschool.org/ | www.mertoncourtprep.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Merton Court School is the larger school with 311 students compared with 112.
- •Hope Community School is a academy school while Merton Court 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 Hope Community School better than Merton Court School?
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 Hope Community School and Merton Court School?
About 649 m in a straight line, between Sidcup and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hope Community School: 112. Merton Court School: 311. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hope Community School and Merton Court School rank in London?
Hope Community School is 1710th of 1,720 and Merton Court School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).