Stewart Headlam Primary School vs Swanlea School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 258 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Stewart Headlam Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
189 students
Swanlea School
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,253 students
| Measure | Stewart Headlam Primary School London, London | Swanlea School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 80 Top 25% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #359 of 1,720 | #225 of 640 |
| National rank | #2159 of 15,697 | #1043 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 189 | 1,253 |
| Pupils on roll | 189 | 1,253 |
| Free school meals | 27.1% | 42.1% |
| Capacity filled | 70% | 99.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 83% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 56.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 63.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 81.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.25 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.9 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | shhfederation.org | www.swanlea.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Stewart Headlam Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (80.0 vs 69.5).
- •Swanlea School is the larger school with 1,253 students compared with 189.
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 Stewart Headlam Primary School better than Swanlea School?
On the Success Index (England), Stewart Headlam Primary School ranks higher (80.0 vs 69.5 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 Stewart Headlam Primary School and Swanlea School?
About 258 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Stewart Headlam Primary School: 189. Swanlea School: 1,253. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Stewart Headlam Primary School and Swanlea School rank in London?
Stewart Headlam Primary School is 359th of 1,720 and Swanlea School is 225th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).