Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Somerset 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 309 schools across Somerset. Updated with 2025–26 data.

309

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

59.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

32.2

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	All Hallows School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Chard School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥉	Fiveways Special School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Taunton Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
5.	Beckington Church First School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
6.	Preston CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
7.	Kingfisher Primary School Primary	Outstanding	93	View school
8.	Huish Episcopi Primary School Primary	Good	87	View school
9.	North Cadbury Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
10.	Stogumber CofE Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
11.	Countess Gytha Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
12.	Primrose Lane Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
13.	Queen's College Not applicable	—	82	View school
14.	Enmore Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
15.	Hambridge Community Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
16.	Trull Church of England VA Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
17.	Huish Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
18.	Brent Knoll Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
19.	Walton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
20.	Ash Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Somerset?

There are 309 primary & secondary schools in Somerset, of which 20 (6%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Somerset?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Somerset?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Somerset?

6% of primary & secondary schools in Somerset are rated Outstanding and 71% are rated Good. 72.2% 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.