Leigh Academy Halley vs Thomas Tallis School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leigh Academy Halley
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
987 students
Thomas Tallis School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–19
2,092 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Halley London, London | Thomas Tallis School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #364 of 640 | #358 of 640 |
| National rank | #1876 of 4,090 | #1834 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 987 | 2,092 |
| Pupils on roll | 987 | 2,092 |
| Free school meals | 40.4% | 31.1% |
| Capacity filled | 89.7% | 107.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.4 | 45.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.2% | 43.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 65.9% | 63.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.72 | 4.10 |
| A level points per entry | – | 37.4 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.thehalleyacademy.org.uk | www.thomastallisschool.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (52.1 vs 52.8).
- •Thomas Tallis School is the larger school with 2,092 students compared with 987.
- •Leigh Academy Halley is a academy school while Thomas Tallis School is a local authority 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 Halley better than Thomas Tallis 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 Halley and Thomas Tallis School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Halley: 987. Thomas Tallis School: 2,092. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Halley and Thomas Tallis School rank in London?
Leigh Academy Halley is 364th of 640 and Thomas Tallis School is 358th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).