Kew Riverside Primary School vs Unicorn School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 999 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kew Riverside Primary School
Richmond · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
84 students
Unicorn School
Richmond · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
136 students
| Measure | Kew Riverside Primary School Richmond, London | Unicorn School Richmond, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 63 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #859 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #5218 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 84 | 136 |
| Pupils on roll | 84 | 136 |
| Free school meals | 38.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | 40% | 77.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | – |
| 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 | Richmond | Richmond |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.kewriverside.richmond.sch.uk/ | www.unicornschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Unicorn School is the larger school with 136 students compared with 84.
- •Kew Riverside Primary School is a local authority school while Unicorn 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 Kew Riverside Primary School better than Unicorn 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 Kew Riverside Primary School and Unicorn School?
About 999 m in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kew Riverside Primary School: 84. Unicorn School: 136. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kew Riverside Primary School and Unicorn School rank in London?
Kew Riverside Primary School is 859th of 1,720 and Unicorn School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).