Best Secondary Schools in Nottingham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 18 schools across Nottingham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

61.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Fernwood School Secondary	Outstanding	76	View school
🥈	Bluecoat Wollaton Academy Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
🥉	The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy Secondary	Good	60	View school
4.	Nottingham Girls' Academy Secondary	Good	60	View school
5.	Nottingham Free School Secondary	Good	54	View school
6.	Bluecoat Aspley Academy Secondary	Good	52	View school
7.	The Nottingham Emmanuel School Secondary	Good	51	View school
8.	Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology Secondary	Good	48	View school
9.	Djanogly City Academy Secondary	Good	47	View school
10.	The Oakwood Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	37	View school
11.	Bluecoat Trent Academy Secondary	Good	35	View school
12.	Nottingham University Samworth Academy Secondary	Good	35	View school
13.	Bluecoat Beechdale Academy Secondary	Good	34	View school
14.	The Bulwell Academy Secondary	Good	34	View school
15.	Park Vale Academy Secondary	Inadequate	33	View school
16.	The Wells Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	33	View school
17.	Ellis Guilford School Secondary	Inadequate	23	View school
18.	Farnborough Spencer Academy Secondary	Inadequate	19	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Nottingham?

There are 18 secondary schools in Nottingham, of which 2 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Nottingham?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Nottingham is Fernwood School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Nottingham?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Nottingham?

11% of secondary schools in Nottingham are rated Outstanding and 61% are rated Good. 78% 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.