Best Primary & Secondary Schools in East Riding of Yorkshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 160 schools across East Riding of Yorkshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

160

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

58.9%

Avg KS2 SATs

44.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Bridlington Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Beverley Manor Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	Hornsea Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Hedon Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
5.	Newbald Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
6.	Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
7.	Kilham Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Primary	Good	85	View school
8.	Gilberdyke Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school
9.	Wilberfoss Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
10.	Springhead Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
11.	Woodmansey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
12.	St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fangfoss Primary	Good	83	View school
13.	St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary	Good	82	View school
14.	Tickton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
15.	Burlington Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
16.	Market Weighton Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
17.	Northfield Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	Beswick and Watton CofE (VC) School Primary	Good	80	View school
19.	Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
20.	Driffield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in East Riding of Yorkshire?

There are 160 primary & secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, of which 13 (8%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in East Riding of Yorkshire is Bridlington Nursery School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in East Riding of Yorkshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the East Riding of Yorkshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in East Riding of Yorkshire?

8% of primary & secondary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire are rated Outstanding and 81% are rated Good. 83.1% are rated Good or Outstanding.

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.