Platanos College vs Van Gogh Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 601 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Platanos College
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
870 students
Van Gogh Primary
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
239 students
| Measure | Platanos College London, London | Van Gogh Primary London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 22 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #550 of 640 | #1503 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3375 of 4,090 | #11480 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 870 | 239 |
| Pupils on roll | 870 | 239 |
| Free school meals | 57.1% | 64.9% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 2% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 40.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.71 | – |
| A level points per entry | 12.4 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.platanoscollege.com/ | www.vangoghprimary.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Van Gogh Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.8 vs 22.2).
- •Platanos College is the larger school with 870 students compared with 239.
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 Platanos College better than Van Gogh Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Van Gogh Primary ranks higher (33.8 vs 22.2 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 Platanos College and Van Gogh Primary?
About 601 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Platanos College: 870. Van Gogh Primary: 239. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Platanos College and Van Gogh Primary rank in London?
Platanos College is 550th of 640 and Van Gogh Primary is 1503rd of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).