Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Powys 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 94 schools across Powys. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Powys has 94 primary & secondary schools. Abermule Primary School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Powys 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.

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Total schools
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Outstanding
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All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Abermule Primary School
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🥈 Arddleen C.P. School
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🥉 Berriew C.P. School
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4. Caersws C.P. School
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5. Ysgol Gynradd Carno
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6. Carreghofa C.P. School
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7. Leighton C.P. School
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8. Ysgol Llanbrynmair
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9. Llandinam C.P. School
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10. Ysgol Meifod
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11. Penygloddfa C.P. School
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12. Ysgol Pontrobert
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13. Ysgol Dyffryn Trannon
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14. Guilsfield C.P. School
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15. Llanidloes C.P. School
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16. Buttington Trewern C.P. School
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17. Brynhafren C.P. School
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18. Churchstoke C.P. School
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19. Ysgol Glantwymyn
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20. Ysgol Pennant C.P.
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Powys?
There are 94 primary & secondary schools in Powys, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Powys?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Powys is Abermule Primary School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Powys?
Primary and secondary school applications in Powys are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Powys council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Powys?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Powys are rated Outstanding and 0% are rated Good.

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.