Midfield Primary School vs Orchard Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midfield Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
481 students
Orchard Primary School
Sidcup · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
207 students
| Measure | Midfield Primary School Orpington, London | Orchard Primary School Sidcup, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1039 of 1,720 | #1281 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6600 of 15,697 | #9003 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 481 | 207 |
| Pupils on roll | 481 | 207 |
| Free school meals | 21.1% | 29% |
| Capacity filled | 114.5% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 10% |
| 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 | Orpington | Sidcup |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.midfield.bromley.sch.uk | www.orchardprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Midfield Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.4 vs 45.3).
- •Midfield Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (61% vs 60%).
- •Midfield Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 10%).
- •Midfield Primary School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 207.
- •Midfield Primary School is a academy school while Orchard Primary 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 Midfield Primary School better than Orchard Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Midfield Primary School ranks higher (56.4 vs 45.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Midfield Primary School and Orchard Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Orpington and Sidcup in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Midfield Primary School: 481. Orchard Primary School: 207. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Midfield Primary School and Orchard Primary School rank in London?
Midfield Primary School is 1039th of 1,720 and Orchard Primary School is 1281st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).