The Breakspear School vs Whiteheath Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Breakspear School
Ickenham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
680 students
Whiteheath Junior School
Ruislip · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
274 students
| Measure | The Breakspear School Ickenham, London | Whiteheath Junior School Ruislip, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 10% | 90 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #207 of 1,720 | #128 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1306 of 15,697 | #849 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 680 | 274 |
| Pupils on roll | 680 | 274 |
| Free school meals | 5.7% | 10.6% |
| Capacity filled | 94.4% | 76.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | 95% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 17% | 14% |
| 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 | Ickenham | Ruislip |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.breakspear.hillingdon.sch.uk/ | www.whiteheath-jun.hillingdon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Whiteheath Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.7 vs 85.9).
- •Whiteheath Junior School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (95% vs 77%).
- •The Breakspear School does better on ks2: higher standard (17% vs 14%).
- •The Breakspear School is the larger school with 680 students compared with 274.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is The Breakspear School better than Whiteheath Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Whiteheath Junior School ranks higher (89.7 vs 85.9 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 The Breakspear School and Whiteheath Junior School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Ickenham and Ruislip in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Breakspear School: 680. Whiteheath Junior School: 274. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Breakspear School and Whiteheath Junior School rank in London?
The Breakspear School is 207th of 1,720 and Whiteheath Junior School is 128th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).