Best Primary & Secondary Schools in North Somerset 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 85 schools across North Somerset. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

63.4%

Avg KS2 SATs

39.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	The Downs Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Chestnut Park Primary Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	87	View school
4.	Tickenham Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
5.	Haywood Village Academy Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
6.	Birdwell Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
7.	St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
8.	Ravenswood School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
9.	Voyage Learning Campus Not applicable	Good	80	View school
10.	High Down Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	West Leigh Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
12.	Hannah More Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
13.	Yatton Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
14.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
15.	Mary Elton Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
16.	Yeo Moor Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
17.	Oldmixon Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
18.	Sandford Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
19.	Churchill Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
20.	Worle Village Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in North Somerset?

There are 85 primary & secondary schools in North Somerset, of which 10 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in North Somerset?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in North Somerset is The Downs Preparatory School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in North Somerset?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in North Somerset?

12% of primary & secondary schools in North Somerset are rated Outstanding and 76% are rated Good. 80% 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.