Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Carmarthenshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 121 schools across Carmarthenshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Carmarthenshire has 121 primary & secondary schools. Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Carmarthenshire 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.

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Total schools
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Outstanding
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All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman
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🥈 Cefneithin C.P.
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🥉 Ysgol Gynradd Drefach
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4. Llechyfedach C.P. School
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5. Ysgol Gynradd Y Tymbl
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6. Ysgol Gynradd Gorslas
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7. Cross Hands C.P. School
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8. Llangain School
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9. Ysgol Gymunedol Peniel
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10. Ysgol Gynradd Bancffosfelen
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11. Gwynfryn CP School
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12. Carway C.P. School
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13. Pontyates C.P. School
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14. Ysgol Gynradd Ponthenri
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15. Bancyfelin C.P. School
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16. Meidrim C.P. School
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17. Ysgol Gynradd Saron
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18. Betws C.P. School
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19. Ysgol Gynradd Tycroes
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20. Ysgol Gynradd Parcyrhun
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Carmarthenshire?
There are 121 primary & secondary schools in Carmarthenshire, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Carmarthenshire?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Carmarthenshire is Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Carmarthenshire?
Primary and secondary school applications in Carmarthenshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Carmarthenshire council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Carmarthenshire?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Carmarthenshire 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.