Leigh Academy Blackheath vs The Pointer School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 775 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leigh Academy Blackheath
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,060 students
The Pointer School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
344 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Blackheath London, London | The Pointer School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 76 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #162 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #767 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,060 | 344 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,060 | 344 |
| Free school meals | 27.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 92.2% | 94.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 60.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.24 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | leighacademyblackheath.org.uk/ | pointers.school |
The verdict
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is the larger school with 1,060 students compared with 344.
- •Leigh Academy Blackheath is a academy school while The Pointer 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 Leigh Academy Blackheath better than The Pointer 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 Leigh Academy Blackheath and The Pointer School?
About 775 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Blackheath: 1,060. The Pointer School: 344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Blackheath and The Pointer School rank in London?
Leigh Academy Blackheath is 162nd of 640 and The Pointer School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).