St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School vs St James Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 815 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
220 students
St James Preparatory School
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
121 students
| Measure | St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School London, London | St James Preparatory School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 82 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #315 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #1899 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 220 | 121 |
| Pupils on roll | 220 | 121 |
| Free school meals | 23.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 104.8% | 37.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 89% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 15% | – |
| 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.sbsp.rbkc.sch.uk | www.stjamesschools.co.uk/prepschool/ |
The verdict
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 121.
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is a local authority school while St James Preparatory School 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 St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School better than St James Preparatory 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 St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School and St James Preparatory School?
About 815 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School: 220. St James Preparatory School: 121. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School and St James Preparatory School rank in London?
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is 315th of 1,720 and St James Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).