Darvell School vs Netherfield CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South East, England, 4.9 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darvell School
Robertsbridge · Independent all-through · Ages 4–16
68 students
Netherfield CofE Primary School
Battle · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
126 students
| Measure | Darvell School Robertsbridge, South East | Netherfield CofE Primary School Battle, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1430 of 2,471 |
| National rank | – | #8271 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–16 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 68 | 126 |
| Pupils on roll | 68 | 126 |
| Free school meals | – | 20.6% |
| Capacity filled | 56.2% | 90% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Robertsbridge | Battle |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | – | www.netherfield.e-sussex.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Netherfield CofE Primary School is the larger school with 126 students compared with 68.
- •Darvell School is a independent school while Netherfield CofE Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Darvell School better than Netherfield CofE Primary 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 Darvell School and Netherfield CofE Primary School?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Robertsbridge and Battle in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Darvell School: 68. Netherfield CofE Primary School: 126. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Darvell School and Netherfield CofE Primary School rank in South East?
Darvell School is unranked and Netherfield CofE Primary School is 1430th of 2,471 among all-through schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).