Hurlingham School vs Merlin School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 830 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurlingham School
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
395 students
Merlin School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–8
90 students
| Measure | Hurlingham School London, London | Merlin School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–8 |
| Students | 395 | 90 |
| Pupils on roll | 395 | 90 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.4% | 40.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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.hurlinghamschool.co.uk | www.merlinschool.net |
The verdict
- •Hurlingham School is the larger school with 395 students compared with 90.
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 Hurlingham School better than Merlin 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 Hurlingham School and Merlin School?
About 830 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hurlingham School: 395. Merlin School: 90. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hurlingham School and Merlin School rank in London?
Hurlingham School is unranked and Merlin School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).