The Best Schools In Barnard Castle Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Barnard Castle. These top schools near Barnard Castle are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Barnard Castle and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Montalbo Nursery & Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Barnard Castle based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Montalbo Nursery & Primary School.

Pupils
237
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
2

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School is ranked second in Barnard Castle based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
99
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Barnard Castle School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Barnard Castle based on our authoritative ranking is Barnard Castle School.

Pupils
698
Ages
4 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Green Lane Church of England Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Barnard Castle league table is Green Lane Church of England Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
201
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Cotherstone Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Barnard Castle based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Cotherstone Primary School.

Pupils
54
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

Top 5 best performing schools in Barnard Castle and their catchment areas in Barnard Castle ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Montalbo Nursery & Primary School
  • St Mary's Catholic Primary School
  • Barnard Castle School
  • Green Lane Church of England Primary School
  • Cotherstone Primary School

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