Best Secondary Schools in Isle of Wight 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 6 schools across Isle of Wight. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Isle of Wight has 6 secondary schools and a further 3 rated Good — 50% of secondary schools in Isle of Wight are rated Good or Outstanding overall. The Island Free School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Isle of Wight 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.

6
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
51%
Avg KS2 SATs
37.2
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 The Island Free School
Secondary
 Good 66 View school
🥈 Lift Ryde
Secondary
 Good 57 View school
🥉 Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
4. Christ The King College
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 49 View school
5. Carisbrooke College
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 44 View school
6. Medina College
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 37 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Isle of Wight?
There are 6 secondary schools in Isle of Wight, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Isle of Wight?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Isle of Wight is The Island Free School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Isle of Wight?
Primary and secondary school applications in Isle of Wight are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Isle of Wight council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Isle of Wight?
0% of secondary schools in Isle of Wight are rated Outstanding and 50% are rated Good. 70.6% 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.