Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Vale of Glamorgan 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 61 schools across Vale of Glamorgan. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Vale of Glamorgan has 61 primary & secondary schools. Beechwood College currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Vale of Glamorgan 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
🥇 Beechwood College
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🥈 Cogan Nursery School
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🥉 Bute Cottage Nursery School
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4. Albert C.P. School
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5. Barry Island Primary
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6. Cogan Primary School
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7. Colcot Primary School
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8. Fairfield Primary School
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9. Gladstone Primary School
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10. High Street Primary School
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11. Holton Primary School
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12. Jenner Park Primary
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13. South Point Primary School
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14. Llanfair C.P. School
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15. Llangan C.P. School
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16. Palmerston Primary School
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17. Rhws Primary School
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18. Sully Primary School
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19. Victoria Primary School
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20. St Athan Primary School
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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Vale of Glamorgan?
There are 61 primary & secondary schools in Vale of Glamorgan, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Vale of Glamorgan?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Vale of Glamorgan is Beechwood College. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Vale of Glamorgan?
Primary and secondary school applications in Vale of Glamorgan are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Vale of Glamorgan council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Vale of Glamorgan?
0% of primary & secondary schools in Vale of Glamorgan 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.