Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Ceredigion 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 42 schools across Ceredigion. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Ceredigion has 42 primary & secondary schools. Ysgol Gynradd Aberaeron currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Ceredigion 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.

42
Total schools
0
Outstanding
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Outstanding rate
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Ysgol Gynradd Aberaeron
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🥈 Ysgol Gynradd Llanarth
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🥉 Ysgol Llannon
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4. Ysgol Cei Newydd
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5. Ysgol Talgarreg
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6. Yr Ysgol Gymraeg
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7. Ysgol Comins Coch
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8. Ysgol Gymunedol Llanfarian
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9. Ysgol Llanfihangel-Y-Creuddyn
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10. Ysgol Llangwyryfon
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11. Ysgol Llanilar
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12. Ysgol Mynach
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13. Ysgol Penllwyn
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14. Ysgol Llwyn Yr Eos
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15. Ysgol Syr John Rhys
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16. Ysgol Rhydypennau
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17. Ysgol Tal-y-bont
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18. Ysgol Aberporth
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19. Ysgol Llechryd
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20. Ysgol Penparc
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Ceredigion?
There are 42 primary & secondary schools in Ceredigion, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Ceredigion?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Ceredigion is Ysgol Gynradd Aberaeron. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Ceredigion?
Primary and secondary school applications in Ceredigion are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Ceredigion council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Ceredigion?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Ceredigion 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.