Schools in Winchester: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
14 registered schools in Winchester, South East. 64% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
14
Schools total
12 primary · 2 secondary
64%
Good or Outstanding
9 of 14
5
Rated Outstanding
4
Rated Good
Best primary schools in Winchester
12 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 12.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| St Bede Church of England Primary School | SO23 7DD | Outstanding |
| St Faith's Church of England Primary School | SO23 9QB | Outstanding |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester | SO22 4JB | Outstanding |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School | SO23 0PS | Good |
| Weeke Primary School | SO22 6DR | Good |
| Western Church of England Primary School | SO22 5AR | Good |
| Winnall Primary School | SO23 0NY | Good |
| Harestock Primary School | SO22 6LU | Requires improvement |
| Kings Worthy Primary School | SO23 7QS | Requires improvement |
| Oliver's Battery Primary and Nursery School | SO22 4HP | Requires improvement |
| Stanmore Primary School | SO22 4AJ | Requires improvement |
| Barton Farm Primary Academy | SO22 6HS | Not yet rated |
Best secondary schools in Winchester
2 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 2.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Beaufort School | SO22 6JJ | Outstanding |
| Kings' School | SO22 5PN | Outstanding |
Check schools near a specific Winchester 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 Winchester: FAQ
How many schools are there in Winchester?
There are 14 registered schools in Winchester on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data, 12 primary, 2 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 64% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Winchester?
5 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Winchester, and 4 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 Winchester postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Winchester 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 Winchester 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.