Best Secondary Schools in Bracknell Forest 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 6 schools across Bracknell Forest. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Bracknell Forest has 6 secondary schools, of which 2 (33%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 4 rated Good — 100% of secondary schools in Bracknell Forest are rated Good or Outstanding overall. Edgbarrow School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Bracknell Forest follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

6
Total schools
2
Outstanding
33%
Outstanding rate
63.8%
Avg KS2 SATs
37.6
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Edgbarrow School
Secondary
 Outstanding 77 View school
🥈 Sandhurst School
Secondary
 Good 60 View school
🥉 Garth Hill College
Secondary
 Good 58 View school
4. The Brakenhale School
Secondary
 Good 58 View school
5. King's Academy Easthampstead Park
Secondary
 Good 55 View school
6. Ranelagh School
Secondary
 Outstanding 54 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Bracknell Forest?
There are 6 secondary schools in Bracknell Forest, of which 2 (33%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Bracknell Forest?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bracknell Forest is Edgbarrow School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Bracknell Forest?
Primary and secondary school applications in Bracknell Forest are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bracknell Forest council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Bracknell Forest?
33% of secondary schools in Bracknell Forest are rated Outstanding and 67% are rated Good. 73.3% 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.