Schools in Milton Keynes: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
226 registered schools in Milton Keynes, South East. 63% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
226
Schools total
190 primary · 30 secondary
63%
Good or Outstanding
143 of 226
42
Rated Outstanding
101
Rated Good
Best primary schools in Milton Keynes
190 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbrook School | MK8 8NA | Outstanding |
| Bourton Meadow Academy | MK18 7HX | Outstanding |
| Buckingham Primary School | MK18 1TT | Outstanding |
| Carlton CofE Primary School | MK43 7JR | Outstanding |
| Castle Newnham School | MK40 3EP | Outstanding |
| Cauldwell School | MK42 9DR | Outstanding |
| Cosgrove Village Primary School | MK19 7JH | Outstanding |
| Drayton Parslow Village School | MK17 0JR | Outstanding |
| Elstow School | MK42 9GP | Outstanding |
| Eversholt Lower School | MK17 9DU | Outstanding |
| Gravenhurst Academy | MK45 4HY | Outstanding |
| Greenfield CofE VC Lower School | MK45 5ES | Outstanding |
| Greenleys Junior School | MK12 5DE | Outstanding |
| Hanslope Primary School | MK19 7BL | Outstanding |
| Haversham Village School | MK19 7AN | Outstanding |
| Haynes Lower School | MK45 3PR | Outstanding |
| Heronshaw School | MK7 7PG | Outstanding |
| High Ash Church of England Primary School | MK17 9AS | Outstanding |
| Howe Park School | MK4 2SH | Outstanding |
| Kempston Rural Primary School | MK42 7FJ | Outstanding |
| Lavendon School | MK46 4HA | Outstanding |
| Loughton Manor First School | MK5 8FA | Outstanding |
| New Bradwell Primary School | MK13 0BQ | Outstanding |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School | MK43 8AL | Outstanding |
| North Crawley CofE School | MK16 9LL | Outstanding |
Best secondary schools in Milton Keynes
30 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Denbigh School | MK5 6EX | Outstanding |
| Royal Latin School | MK18 1AX | Outstanding |
| Shenley Brook End School | MK5 7ZT | Outstanding |
| St Thomas More Catholic School | MK41 7UL | Outstanding |
| Bedford Academy | MK42 9TR | Good |
| Bedford Free School | MK42 9AD | Good |
| Biddenham International School and Sports College | MK40 4AZ | Good |
| Buckingham School | MK18 1AT | Good |
| Castle Newnham School | MK41 9DT | Good |
| Daubeney Academy | MK42 7PS | Good |
| E-Act Ousedale School | MK16 0BJ | Good |
| Fulbrook School | MK17 8NP | Good |
| Goldington Academy | MK41 9BX | Good |
| Lord Grey Academy | MK3 6EW | Good |
| Mark Rutherford School | MK41 8PX | Good |
| Redborne Upper School and Community College | MK45 2NU | Good |
| The Hazeley Academy | MK8 0PT | Good |
| The Milton Keynes Academy | MK6 5LA | Good |
| The Radcliffe School | MK12 5BT | Good |
| Walton High | MK7 7WH | Good |
| Wootton Upper School | MK43 9HT | Good |
| Kempston Academy | MK42 7EB | Requires improvement |
| Lincroft Academy | MK43 7RE | Requires improvement |
| Sharnbrook Academy | MK44 1JL | Requires improvement |
| St Paul's Catholic School | MK6 5EN | Requires improvement |
Check schools near a specific Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes: FAQ
How many schools are there in Milton Keynes?
There are 226 registered schools in Milton Keynes on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 190 primary, 30 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 63% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Milton Keynes?
42 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Milton Keynes, and 101 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 Milton Keynes postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes 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.