Schools in London: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
2501 registered schools in London, London. 68% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
2501
Schools total
1971 primary · 511 secondary
68%
Good or Outstanding
1705 of 2501
602
Rated Outstanding
1103
Rated Good
Best primary schools in London
1971 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery | WD25 7NX | Outstanding |
| Albemarle Primary School | SW19 6JP | Outstanding |
| Albion Primary School | SE16 7JD | Outstanding |
| Aldersbrook Primary School | E12 5HL | Outstanding |
| Alexandra Infant School | BR3 1JG | Outstanding |
| All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath | SE3 0TX | Outstanding |
| All Saints' CofE Primary School, Putney | SW15 1HL | Outstanding |
| Allfarthing Primary School | SW18 2LR | Outstanding |
| Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre | N4 2DR | Outstanding |
| Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School | SE11 4PH | Outstanding |
| Ardleigh Green Infant School | RM11 2SP | Outstanding |
| Ardleigh Green Junior School | RM11 2SP | Outstanding |
| Ark Atwood Primary Academy | W9 2JY | Outstanding |
| Ark Brunel Primary Academy | W10 5AT | Outstanding |
| Ark Conway Primary Academy | W12 0QT | Outstanding |
| Ashburnham Community School | SW10 0DT | Outstanding |
| Atwood Primary School | CR2 9EE | Outstanding |
| Avenue Primary Academy | SM2 6JE | Outstanding |
| Bandon Hill Primary School | SM6 9QU | Outstanding |
| Banstead Infant School and Nursery | SM7 2BQ | Outstanding |
| Barlby Primary School | W10 6DW | Outstanding |
| Barnehurst Infant School | DA8 3NL | Outstanding |
| Barnehurst Junior School | DA8 3NL | Outstanding |
| Barnes Primary School | SW13 0QQ | Outstanding |
| Barnfield Primary School | HA8 0DA | Outstanding |
Best secondary schools in London
511 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Park School | N11 2AZ | Outstanding |
| Ashcroft Technology Academy | SW15 2UT | Outstanding |
| Ashmole Academy | N14 5RJ | Outstanding |
| Beal High School | IG4 5LP | Outstanding |
| Bentley Wood High School | HA7 3JW | Outstanding |
| Beths Grammar School | DA5 1NE | Outstanding |
| Bexley Grammar School | DA16 2BL | Outstanding |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic School | E1 0LB | Outstanding |
| Brampton Manor Academy | E6 3SQ | Outstanding |
| Bullers Wood School | BR7 5LJ | Outstanding |
| Central Foundation Boys' School | EC2A 4SH | Outstanding |
| Chadwell Heath Academy | RM6 4RS | Outstanding |
| Cheam High School | SM3 8PW | Outstanding |
| Chelsea Academy | SW10 0AB | Outstanding |
| Chestnut Grove Academy | SW12 8JZ | Outstanding |
| Clapton Girls' Academy | E5 0RB | Outstanding |
| Claremont High School | HA3 0UH | Outstanding |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School | CR9 5AS | Outstanding |
| Coombe Girls' School | KT3 3TU | Outstanding |
| Cranford Community College | TW5 9PD | Outstanding |
| Dartford Grammar School | DA1 2HW | Outstanding |
| Davenant Foundation School | IG10 2LD | Outstanding |
| De Salis Studio College | UB4 8JP | Outstanding |
| Dormers Wells High School | UB1 3HZ | Outstanding |
| Drayton Manor High School | W7 1EU | Outstanding |
Check schools near a specific London address
Ofsted ratings tell you which schools are strong, but admission depends on distance. A PostcodeCheck area report lists every school near your exact postcode with its rating, type, and distance, plus crime, flood, broadband, and house-price data.
Schools in London: FAQ
How many schools are there in London?
There are 2501 registered schools in London on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 1971 primary, 511 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 68% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in London?
602 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in London, and 1103 more are rated Good. Outstanding schools are often oversubscribed, so proximity (your postcode's distance to the school) usually determines whether you can get a place.
How do I check school catchment for a London postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any London postcode into PostcodeCheck and the area report lists every school near that postcode, its Ofsted rating, type, and distance — the data admissions teams use to decide places.
Does living near a good school in London affect house prices?
Yes. Homes inside the effective catchment of an Outstanding or Good school typically command a 5-15% premium. The effect is strongest for primary schools, where catchment areas are smaller and admissions are tightly distance-based.