Primrose Hill School vs The Cavendish School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 436 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Primrose Hill School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
414 students
The Cavendish School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
194 students
| Measure | Primrose Hill School London, London | The Cavendish School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #698 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #4137 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 414 | 194 |
| Pupils on roll | 414 | 194 |
| Free school meals | 37.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 85.7% | 70.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | – |
| 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.primrosehill.camden.sch.uk | www.cavendish-school.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Primrose Hill School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 194.
- •Primrose Hill School is a local authority school while The Cavendish School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Primrose Hill School is co-educational and The Cavendish School is girls.
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 Primrose Hill School better than The Cavendish School?
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 Primrose Hill School and The Cavendish School?
About 436 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Primrose Hill School: 414. The Cavendish School: 194. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Primrose Hill School and The Cavendish School rank in London?
Primrose Hill School is 698th of 1,720 and The Cavendish School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).