The Orion Primary School vs Woodcroft Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 467 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Orion Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
934 students
Woodcroft Primary School
EDGWARE · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
398 students
| Measure | The Orion Primary School London, London | Woodcroft Primary School EDGWARE, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 70 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #781 of 1,720 | #673 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4650 of 15,697 | #3981 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 934 | 398 |
| Pupils on roll | 934 | 398 |
| Free school meals | 49.6% | 31% |
| Capacity filled | 97.3% | 94.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | 8% |
| 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 | EDGWARE |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.theorion.org.uk/ | www.woodcroft.barnet.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Woodcroft Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.7 vs 66.1).
- •Woodcroft Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (85% vs 77%).
- •The Orion Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (14% vs 8%).
- •The Orion Primary School is the larger school with 934 students compared with 398.
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 Orion Primary School better than Woodcroft Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Woodcroft Primary School ranks higher (69.7 vs 66.1 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 Orion Primary School and Woodcroft Primary School?
About 467 m in a straight line, between London and EDGWARE in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Orion Primary School: 934. Woodcroft Primary School: 398. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Orion Primary School and Woodcroft Primary School rank in London?
The Orion Primary School is 781st of 1,720 and Woodcroft Primary School is 673rd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).