Claygate Primary School vs Rowan Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 254 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Claygate Primary School
Esher · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
362 students
Rowan Preparatory School
Esher · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
266 students
| Measure | Claygate Primary School Esher, South East | Rowan Preparatory School Esher, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #435 of 2,471 | – |
| National rank | #2279 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 362 | 266 |
| Pupils on roll | 362 | 266 |
| Free school meals | 11.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.2% | 77.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| 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 | Esher | Esher |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.claygate.surrey.sch.uk | www.rowanprepschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Claygate Primary School is the larger school with 362 students compared with 266.
- •Claygate Primary School is a local authority school while Rowan Preparatory School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Claygate Primary School is co-educational and Rowan Preparatory School is girls.
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 Claygate Primary School better than Rowan Preparatory School?
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 Claygate Primary School and Rowan Preparatory School?
About 254 m in a straight line, between Esher and Esher in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Claygate Primary School: 362. Rowan Preparatory School: 266. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Claygate Primary School and Rowan Preparatory School rank in South East?
Claygate Primary School is 435th of 2,471 and Rowan Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).