King Edward VI Preparatory School vs North Baddesley Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 2.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Edward VI Preparatory School
Romsey · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
263 students
North Baddesley Junior School
Southampton · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
350 students
| Measure | King Edward VI Preparatory School Romsey, South East | North Baddesley Junior School Southampton, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #579 of 2,471 |
| National rank | – | #3144 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 263 | 350 |
| Pupils on roll | 263 | 350 |
| Free school meals | – | 16% |
| Capacity filled | 73.1% | 97.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 18% |
| 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 | Romsey | Southampton |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | prep.kes.school | www.northbaddesley-jun.hants.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •North Baddesley Junior School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 263.
- •King Edward VI Preparatory School is a independent school while North Baddesley Junior 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 King Edward VI Preparatory School better than North Baddesley Junior 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 King Edward VI Preparatory School and North Baddesley Junior School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Romsey and Southampton in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
King Edward VI Preparatory School: 263. North Baddesley Junior School: 350. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do King Edward VI Preparatory School and North Baddesley Junior School rank in South East?
King Edward VI Preparatory School is unranked and North Baddesley Junior School is 579th of 2,471 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).