Best Secondary Schools in Bath and North East Somerset 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 14 schools across Bath and North East Somerset. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

63%

Avg KS2 SATs

34.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Hayesfield Girls School Secondary	Good	63	View school
🥈	Saint Gregory's Catholic College Secondary	Outstanding	61	View school
🥉	Norton Hill Academy Secondary	Good	61	View school
4.	Ralph Allen School Secondary	Good	57	View school
5.	St Mark's CofE School Secondary	Good	57	View school
6.	Wellsway School Secondary	Good	56	View school
7.	Somervale Secondary School Secondary	Good	55	View school
8.	Chew Valley School Secondary	Good	55	View school
9.	Oldfield School Secondary	Good	52	View school
10.	Somerset Studio School Secondary	Good	51	View school
11.	Beechen Cliff School Secondary	Inadequate	47	View school
12.	Writhlington School Secondary	Requires Improvement	43	View school
13.	Lift Broadlands Secondary	Good	42	View school
14.	IKB Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	37	View school

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Frequently asked questions

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

There are 14 secondary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, of which 1 (7%) 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 Hayesfield Girls 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?

7% of 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.