Best Primary Schools in South Gloucestershire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 93 schools across South Gloucestershire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

62.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

38.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Marshfield Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
🥈	Mangotsfield Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥉	Beacon Rise Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
4.	St Helen's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
5.	Old Sodbury Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
6.	Charfield Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
7.	Hambrook Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
8.	Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
9.	Coniston Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
10.	Watermore Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
11.	Cherry Garden Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
12.	St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Winterbourne Primary	Good	69	View school
13.	Blackhorse Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
14.	The Manor Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
15.	Wick Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
16.	Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
17.	Bromley Heath Junior School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school
18.	Wheatfield Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
19.	Pucklechurch CofE VC Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
20.	St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate Primary	Good	67	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in South Gloucestershire?

There are 93 primary schools in South Gloucestershire, of which 9 (10%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in South Gloucestershire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in South Gloucestershire is Marshfield Church of England Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in South Gloucestershire?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in South Gloucestershire?

10% of primary schools in South Gloucestershire are rated Outstanding and 77% are rated Good. 76.8% 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.