Oasis Academy Shirley Park vs St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 865 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oasis Academy Shirley Park
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,017 students
St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
409 students
| Measure | Oasis Academy Shirley Park Croydon, London | St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #418 of 640 | #393 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2271 of 4,090 | #2323 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,017 | 409 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,017 | 409 |
| Free school meals | 51% | 12.2% |
| Capacity filled | 52% | 97.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | 12% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 32.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 52.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.00 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.0 | – |
| town | Croydon | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.oasisacademyshirleypark.org | www.thomasbecket.croydon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (78.9 vs 44.1).
- •St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 63%).
- •Oasis Academy Shirley Park does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 12%).
- •Oasis Academy Shirley Park is the larger school with 1,017 students compared with 409.
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 Oasis Academy Shirley Park better than St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School ranks higher (78.9 vs 44.1 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 Oasis Academy Shirley Park and St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School?
About 865 m in a straight line, between Croydon and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oasis Academy Shirley Park: 1,017. St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School: 409. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oasis Academy Shirley Park and St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Oasis Academy Shirley Park is 418th of 640 and St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School is 393rd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).