Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Bath and North East Somerset 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 93 schools across Bath and North East Somerset. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

63%

Avg KS2 SATs

34.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Kingswood Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	The Paragon School, Junior School of Prior Park College Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥉	Norton Hill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Two Rivers Church of England Primary Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
5.	Saltford CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
6.	Freshford Church School Primary	Good	88	View school
7.	Pensford Primary School Primary	Good	87	View school
8.	Shoscombe Church School Primary	Good	85	View school
9.	Westfield Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
10.	St John's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
11.	Swainswick Church School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
12.	Longvernal Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
13.	St Julian's Church School Primary	Good	81	View school
14.	Twerton Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
15.	Moorlands Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
16.	Widcombe Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
17.	Oldfield Park Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	St Saviours Infant Church School Primary	Good	80	View school
19.	Paulton Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
20.	St John's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Bath and North East Somerset?

There are 93 primary & secondary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, of which 10 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Bath and North East Somerset?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bath and North East Somerset is Kingswood Preparatory School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Bath and North East Somerset?

Primary and secondary school applications in Bath and North East Somerset are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bath and North East Somerset council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Bath and North East Somerset?

11% of primary & secondary schools in Bath and North East Somerset are rated Outstanding and 71% are rated Good. 75.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.