Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Denbighshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 60 schools across Denbighshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Denbighshire has 60 primary & secondary schools. Ysgol Hiraddug currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Denbighshire 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 Hiraddug
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🥈 Ysgol Y Castell
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🥉 Christchurch C.P. School
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4. Ysgol Llywelyn
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5. Ysgol Y Faenol
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6. Ysgol Penmorfa
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7. Ysgol Emmanuel
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8. Ysgol Dewi Sant
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9. Ysgol Melyd
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10. Bodfari C.P. School
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11. Bryn Hedydd C.P. School
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12. Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog
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13. Ysgol Frongoch
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14. Ysgol Gymraeg Henllan
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15. Ysgol Twm o'r Nant
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16. Ysgol Bryn Clwyd
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17. Ysgol Y Parc Infants
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18. Gellifor C.P. School
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19. Ysgol Gynradd Pentrecelyn
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20. Ysgol Betws Gwerful Goch
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Denbighshire?
There are 60 primary & secondary schools in Denbighshire, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Denbighshire?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Denbighshire is Ysgol Hiraddug. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Denbighshire?
Primary and secondary school applications in Denbighshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Denbighshire council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Denbighshire?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Denbighshire 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.