Kemnal Technology College vs Merton Court School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kemnal Technology College
Sidcup · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
439 students
Merton Court School
Sidcup · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
311 students
| Measure | Kemnal Technology College Sidcup, London | Merton Court School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 10 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #620 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #3950 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 439 | 311 |
| Pupils on roll | 439 | 311 |
| Free school meals | 51.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 62.7% | 94.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 29.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 19.8% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 37.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.40 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Sidcup | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.kemnal-tkat.org | www.mertoncourtprep.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Kemnal Technology College is the larger school with 439 students compared with 311.
- •Kemnal Technology College 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 Kemnal Technology College 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 Kemnal Technology College and Merton Court School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Sidcup and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kemnal Technology College: 439. Merton Court School: 311. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kemnal Technology College and Merton Court School rank in London?
Kemnal Technology College is 620th of 640 and Merton Court School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).