Salcombe Preparatory School vs West Grove Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 972 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salcombe Preparatory School
Southgate · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
159 students
West Grove Primary
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
415 students
| Measure | Salcombe Preparatory School Southgate, London | West Grove Primary London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 69 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #687 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #4040 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 159 | 415 |
| Pupils on roll | 159 | 415 |
| Free school meals | – | 34.4% |
| Capacity filled | 63.6% | 86.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 12% |
| 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 | Southgate | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.salcombeprep.co.uk | www.westgrove.enfield.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •West Grove Primary is the larger school with 415 students compared with 159.
- •Salcombe Preparatory School is a independent school while West Grove Primary 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 Salcombe Preparatory School better than West Grove Primary?
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 Salcombe Preparatory School and West Grove Primary?
About 972 m in a straight line, between Southgate and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Salcombe Preparatory School: 159. West Grove Primary: 415. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Salcombe Preparatory School and West Grove Primary rank in London?
Salcombe Preparatory School is unranked and West Grove Primary is 687th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).