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Secondary (Year 7 upwards)
Ofsted: Outstanding

The Castle School

Taunton, Somerset - TA1 5AU

“We are hugely proud of our school and the achievements of our students, in particular within the Creative Arts and Sports.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Charter School North Dulwich

London, Southwark - SE24 9JH

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The school navy blue ‘V-neck’ jumper* with the Charter logo which must be worn (unless directed otherwise).”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

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Quality of education: Outstanding

The Chauncy School

Ware, Hertfordshire - SG12 0DP

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At Chauncy, we are committed to providing a happy, safe, and successful environment where every student can thrive. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to nurture curiosity, foster resilience, and inspire excellence, ensuring that each student is equipped to succeed both academically and personally.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

The Cherwell School

Oxford, Oxfordshire - OX2 7EE

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Cherwell School is a vibrant place where, as a community of individuals, we are committed to and enthusiastic about creating and using opportunities to their fullest extent.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Compton School

London, Barnet - N12 0QG

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“We are immensely proud to be Co-Headteachers of The Compton School. Recognised as one of the best comprehensive schools in the country, children here make better progress than in almost any other state secondary school.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

The County High School, Leftwich

Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester - CW9 8EZ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“A strong, supportive partnership between home and school is a key part of students feeling they are safe and belong here. We communicate regularly with home regarding students’ progress in school and work collaboratively in seeking views on our work.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

The Crypt School

Gloucester, Gloucestershire - GL2 5AE

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The pastoral care provided at The Crypt is exceptional and we have developed a caring and supportive environment where students grow in confidence, show respect for each other, as well as for their teachers and for other adults within the school community, enjoy learning, and are valued as…”

SecondaryGrammar (selective)EstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Farnley Academy

Leeds, Leeds - LS12 5EU

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

SecondarySince 2012Ofsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Grangefield Academy

Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees - TS18 4LE

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“I hope you already share, or will come to share, my belief that The Grangefield Academy is an exceptional place to attend as a student or to work in as an adult.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Grey Coat Hospital

London, Westminster - SW1P 2DY

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The aim of The Grey Coat Hospital is “to enable students to take charge of their learning, make decisions based on Christian values, live in the world as independent women and men and meet the challenges of the twenty-first century”.”

SecondaryGirlsEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Harvey Grammar School

Folkestone, Kent - CT19 5JY

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“With a proven track record of helping pupils develop into well-rounded individuals with excellent academic records, the Harvey is committed to developing both academic potential and personal growth. Outside of the regular school day, the School offers a range of extra-curricular activities.”

SecondaryGrammar (selective)BoysEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

The Heathland School

Hounslow, Hounslow - TW4 5JD

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Heathland School offers an enriching and meaningful curriculum, enabling pupils to achieve their best qualifications, growing their confidence and developing a love of learning. At the heart of our ethos is a ‘Commitment to Excellence’.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire - CM23 5NJ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The staff at Herts & Essex provide the students with challenges that capture their interests and develop their thinking inside and outside the classroom.”

SecondaryGirlsEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The High School Leckhampton

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - GL51 3FS

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Everyone at The High School Leckhampton is driven by a determination to secure the best educational outcomes for all our pupils, our unrelenting focus on teaching and learning and our commitment to continuous improvement.”

SecondarySince 2021Ofsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Holt School

Wokingham, Wokingham - RG41 1EE

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Holt is forward looking and ambitious, whilst at the same time upholding traditional values. We offer excellent teaching, rich learning opportunities, a consistent and rigorous learning culture and with an emphasis on student well-being and development.”

SecondaryGirlsEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Hurlingham Academy

London, Hammersmith and Fulham - SW6 3ED

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Our vision statement is what we want for our students. Ultimately, we are a school and our fundamental raison de être is to educate, and to do this well. However, we obviously care for children’s pastoral well-being and therefore we want to see our students develop healthily into young citizens.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Kingston Academy

Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames - KT2 5PE

“The Kingston Academy is an academy, operated by Kingston Educational Trust which is the admissions authority for the school.”

SecondarySince 2015Ofsted: Outstanding

The London Oratory School

London, Hammersmith and Fulham - SW6 1RX

Year 3 - Year 13 (ages 7-18)

“When the Oratorian Saint John Henry Newman sent priests from his Congregation to open an Oratory in London, they began their mission by opening schools where poor, immigrant Catholic children could get a rudimentary education. The London Oratory School owes its origins to that early initiative.”

SecondaryBoysEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Market Bosworth School

Nuneaton, Leicestershire - CV13 0JT

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The Market Bosworth School is committed to providing the skills and knowledge that will allow learning to be part of a lifelong process, ensuring our students grow into ambitious young adults who are excited about the world around them.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Petersfield School

Petersfield, Hampshire - GU32 3LU

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Once your child has secured a place for the forthcoming academic year, we will contact parents directly via email with details about the transition period and starting secondary education at TPS.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding