St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School vs Thomas's Kensington
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 732 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
Thomas's Kensington
London · Independent primary · Ages 4–11
329 students
| Measure | St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School London, London | Thomas's Kensington 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 4–11 |
| Students | 220 | 329 |
| Pupils on roll | 220 | 329 |
| Free school meals | 23.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 104.8% | 82.3% |
| 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 | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas's Kensington is the larger school with 329 students compared with 220.
- •St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is a local authority school while Thomas's Kensington 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 Thomas's Kensington?
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 Thomas's Kensington?
About 732 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. Thomas's Kensington: 329. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School and Thomas's Kensington rank in London?
St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School is 315th of 1,720 and Thomas's Kensington is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).