Best Secondary Schools in Westminster 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 10 schools across Westminster. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Westminster has 10 secondary schools, of which 4 (40%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 6 rated Good — 100% of secondary schools in Westminster are rated Good or Outstanding overall. The Grey Coat Hospital currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Westminster 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.

10
Total schools
4
Outstanding
40%
Outstanding rate
74.2%
Avg KS2 SATs
38.6
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 The Grey Coat Hospital
Secondary
 Outstanding 93 View school
🥈 Paddington Academy
Secondary
 Outstanding 87 View school
🥉 Pimlico Academy
Secondary
 Good 70 View school
4. Westminster City School
Secondary
 Good 67 View school
5. Harris Academy St John's Wood
Secondary
 Good 66 View school
6. The St Marylebone CofE School
Secondary
 Outstanding 64 View school
7. Marylebone Boys' School
Secondary
 Good 63 View school
8. Westminster Academy
Secondary
 Good 63 View school
9. St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School
Secondary
 Good 58 View school
10. St George's Catholic School
Secondary
 Outstanding 57 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Westminster?
There are 10 secondary schools in Westminster, of which 4 (40%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Westminster?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Westminster is The Grey Coat Hospital. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Westminster?
Primary and secondary school applications in Westminster are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Westminster council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Westminster?
40% of secondary schools in Westminster are rated Outstanding and 60% are rated Good. 59.8% 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.