Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Caerphilly 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 86 schools across Caerphilly. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Caerphilly has 86 primary & secondary schools. Pengam Primary School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Caerphilly 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.

86
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Pengam Primary School
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🥈 Fleur-De-Lys Primary School
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🥉 Coed-Y-Brain Primary School
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4. Markham Primary School
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5. Cwmaber Junior School
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6. Libanus Primary School
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7. Pontllanfraith Primary School
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8. Deri Primary School
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9. Crumlin High Level Primary School
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10. Pentwynmawr Primary School
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11. Derwendeg Primary School
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12. Tynewydd Primary School
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13. Cwmcarn Primary School
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14. Waunfawr Primary School
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15. Risca Primary School
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16. Fochriw Primary School
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17. Gilfach Fargoed Primary School
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18. Hengoed Primary School
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19. Llancaeach Junior School
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20. Llanfabon Infants School
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Caerphilly?
There are 86 primary & secondary schools in Caerphilly, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Caerphilly?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Caerphilly is Pengam Primary School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Caerphilly?
Primary and secondary school applications in Caerphilly are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Caerphilly council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Caerphilly?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Caerphilly 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.