Northwood Primary School vs Parkway Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 294 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood Primary School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
144 students
Parkway Primary School
Erith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
247 students
| Measure | Northwood Primary School Erith, London | Parkway Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1584 of 1,720 | #1693 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #12837 of 15,697 | #14893 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 144 | 247 |
| Pupils on roll | 144 | 247 |
| Free school meals | 38.9% | 38.2% |
| Capacity filled | 60% | 80.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 54% | 24% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 3% |
| 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 | Erith | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.northwood.bexley.sch.uk | www.parkway.bexley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Northwood Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.9 vs 13.3).
- •Northwood Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (54% vs 24%).
- •Northwood Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (4% vs 3%).
- •Parkway Primary School is the larger school with 247 students compared with 144.
- •Northwood Primary School is a academy school while Parkway 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 Northwood Primary School better than Parkway Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Northwood Primary School ranks higher (26.9 vs 13.3 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 Northwood Primary School and Parkway Primary School?
About 294 m in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northwood Primary School: 144. Parkway Primary School: 247. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northwood Primary School and Parkway Primary School rank in London?
Northwood Primary School is 1584th of 1,720 and Parkway Primary School is 1693rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).