Oliver Goldsmith Primary School vs The Villa
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 552 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
358 students
The Villa
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–7
180 students
| Measure | Oliver Goldsmith Primary School London, London | The Villa London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1670 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #14332 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–7 |
| Students | 358 | 180 |
| Pupils on roll | 358 | 180 |
| Free school meals | 58.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 74.6% | 102.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.olivergoldsmith.southwark.sch.uk | thevillaschoolandnursery.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Oliver Goldsmith Primary School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 180.
- •Oliver Goldsmith Primary School is a local authority school while The Villa 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 Oliver Goldsmith Primary School better than The Villa?
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 Oliver Goldsmith Primary School and The Villa?
About 552 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oliver Goldsmith Primary School: 358. The Villa: 180. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oliver Goldsmith Primary School and The Villa rank in London?
Oliver Goldsmith Primary School is 1670th of 1,720 and The Villa is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).