Best Primary Schools in Your Area 2026
Discover the highest-rated schools ranked by our snmScore, combining Ofsted ratings, exam results and parent satisfaction.
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Our school rankings are based on the snmScore, a comprehensive metric that combines official Ofsted inspection grades, exam results (KS2 SATs for primary, GCSEs and A-Levels for secondary), progress measures, and parent satisfaction data.
How We Rank Schools
- Ofsted rating — The overall inspection grade carries significant weight in our scoring
- Exam results — KS2 SATs performance for primary, Progress 8 and Attainment 8 for secondary
- Progress measures — How much value a school adds beyond expected achievement
- Consistency — Schools that maintain high standards year after year score higher
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While rankings are a useful starting point, the best school for your child depends on many factors including location, ethos, extracurricular activities, and special educational needs provision. Use our search tool to explore schools in detail.
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