Kensington Primary Academy vs St James Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 282 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kensington Primary Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
221 students
St James Preparatory School
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
121 students
| Measure | Kensington Primary Academy London, London | St James Preparatory School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1078 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #6957 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 221 | 121 |
| Pupils on roll | 221 | 121 |
| Free school meals | 35.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 92.1% | 37.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | – |
| 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.wlfs-kpa.org/ | www.stjamesschools.co.uk/prepschool/ |
The verdict
- •Kensington Primary Academy is the larger school with 221 students compared with 121.
- •Kensington Primary Academy is a academy school while St James Preparatory 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 Kensington Primary Academy better than St James Preparatory 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 Kensington Primary Academy and St James Preparatory School?
About 282 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kensington Primary Academy: 221. St James Preparatory School: 121. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kensington Primary Academy and St James Preparatory School rank in London?
Kensington Primary Academy is 1078th of 1,720 and St James Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).