Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Bridgend 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 62 schools across Bridgend. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Bridgend has 62 primary & secondary schools. Abercerdin Primary School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Bridgend 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.

62
Total schools
0
Outstanding
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Outstanding rate
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Abercerdin Primary School
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🥈 Betws Primary School
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🥉 Blaengarw Primary School
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4. Brynmenyn Primary School
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5. Bryntirion Infants School
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6. Cefn Cribwr Primary School
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7. Coety Primary School
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8. Cwmfelin Primary School
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9. Ffaldau Primary School
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10. Garth Primary School
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11. Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School
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12. Llangynwyd Primary School
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13. Nantyffyllon Primary School
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14. Nantymoel Primary School
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15. Newton Primary School
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16. Nottage Primary School
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17. Penybont Primary School
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18. Pil Primary School
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19. Plasnewydd Primary School
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20. Trelales Primary School
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Bridgend?
There are 62 primary & secondary schools in Bridgend, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Bridgend?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bridgend is Abercerdin Primary School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Bridgend?
Primary and secondary school applications in Bridgend are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bridgend council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Bridgend?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Bridgend are rated Outstanding and 0% are rated Good.

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.