The Crescent Primary School vs Whitehorse Manor Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 792 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Crescent Primary School
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
318 students
Whitehorse Manor Infant School
Thornton Heath · Academy primary · Ages 3–7
356 students
| Measure | The Crescent Primary School Croydon, London | Whitehorse Manor Infant School Thornton Heath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1629 of 1,720 | #1648 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #13454 of 15,697 | #13863 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 318 | 356 |
| Pupils on roll | 318 | 356 |
| Free school meals | 39.6% | 37.9% |
| Capacity filled | 53% | 92.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | – |
| 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 | Croydon | Thornton Heath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.thecrescentprimaryschool.co.uk | www.pegasusacademytrust.org/whitehorse-manor-infant-school |
The verdict
- •The Crescent Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (23.5 vs 20.8).
- •Whitehorse Manor Infant School is the larger school with 356 students compared with 318.
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 The Crescent Primary School better than Whitehorse Manor Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), The Crescent Primary School ranks higher (23.5 vs 20.8 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 Crescent Primary School and Whitehorse Manor Infant School?
About 792 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Thornton Heath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Crescent Primary School: 318. Whitehorse Manor Infant School: 356. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Crescent Primary School and Whitehorse Manor Infant School rank in London?
The Crescent Primary School is 1629th of 1,720 and Whitehorse Manor Infant School is 1648th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).