Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Swindon 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 92 schools across Swindon. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

61.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

39.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Maranatha Christian School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Rodbourne Cheney Primary School Primary	Outstanding	88	View school
🥉	Tregoze Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
4.	Moredon Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
5.	Abbey Meads Community Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
6.	Beechcroft Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
7.	Oliver Tomkins Church of England Infant and Nursery School Primary	Good	80	View school
8.	Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
9.	Eastrop Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	Colebrook Infant Academy Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Nyland School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
12.	Lift Hazelwood Primary	Good	80	View school
13.	Brimble Hill Special School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
14.	Grange Infants' School Primary	Good	80	View school
15.	Badbury Park Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
16.	William Morris Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
17.	Wroughton Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	Even Swindon Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
19.	East Wichel Primary School & Nursery Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
20.	Wanborough Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Swindon?

There are 92 primary & secondary schools in Swindon, of which 4 (4%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Swindon?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Swindon?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Swindon?

4% of primary & secondary schools in Swindon are rated Outstanding and 83% are rated Good. 72.8% 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.