Best Schools in Your Area 2026
Find and compare primary and secondary schools. View Ofsted ratings, exam results, catchment areas and more.
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Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your child. Schools Near Me helps you make an informed choice by bringing together official data from Ofsted, the Department for Education, and school admissions teams.
What to Look For
- Ofsted rating — The overall inspection grade (Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate)
- Exam results — KS2 SATs for primary schools, GCSE and A-Level results for secondary
- Progress measures — Progress 8 shows how much value a secondary school adds
- Catchment area — The maximum distance from which pupils were admitted in previous years
- Parent satisfaction — Ofsted Parent View survey results show what current parents think
Primary vs Secondary Schools
For primary school admissions (Reception entry, age 4-5), the application deadline is 15 January. For secondary school admissions (Year 7 entry, age 11-12), the deadline is 31 October. Start your research early — the best schools fill up quickly.
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