Best Secondary Schools in Swindon 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 13 schools across Swindon. Updated with 2025–26 data.

13
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
61.5%
Avg KS2 SATs
39.9
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College
Secondary
 Good 57 View school
🥈 Great Western Academy
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
🥉 Lydiard Park Academy
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
4. St Joseph's Catholic College
Secondary
 Good 53 View school
5. The Commonweal School
Secondary
 Good 50 View school
6. Nova Hreod Academy
Secondary
 Good 47 View school
7. Kingsdown School
Secondary
 Good 46 View school
8. Highworth Warneford School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 45 View school
9. The Deanery CofE Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 39 View school
10. Abbey Park School
Secondary
 Inadequate 37 View school
11. Lawn Manor Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 36 View school
12. The Dorcan Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 35 View school
13. UTC Swindon
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 24 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Swindon?
There are 13 secondary schools in Swindon, of which 0 (0%) 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 The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College. 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?
0% of secondary schools in Swindon are rated Outstanding and 54% 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.