South Grove Primary School vs Thomas Gamuel Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 650 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Grove Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
485 students
Thomas Gamuel Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
338 students
| Measure | South Grove Primary School London, London | Thomas Gamuel Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #285 of 1,720 | #387 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1738 of 15,697 | #2290 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 485 | 338 |
| Pupils on roll | 485 | 338 |
| Free school meals | 30% | 30.7% |
| Capacity filled | 115.5% | 80.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 90% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 24% | 21% |
| 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.southgrove.waltham.sch.uk | www.thomasgamuel.net |
The verdict
- •South Grove Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.9 vs 79.1).
- •South Grove Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (90% vs 83%).
- •South Grove Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (24% vs 21%).
- •South Grove Primary School is the larger school with 485 students compared with 338.
- •South Grove Primary School is a local authority school while Thomas Gamuel Primary School is a academy 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 South Grove Primary School better than Thomas Gamuel Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), South Grove Primary School ranks higher (82.9 vs 79.1 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 South Grove Primary School and Thomas Gamuel Primary School?
About 650 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
South Grove Primary School: 485. Thomas Gamuel Primary School: 338. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do South Grove Primary School and Thomas Gamuel Primary School rank in London?
South Grove Primary School is 285th of 1,720 and Thomas Gamuel Primary School is 387th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).