The Best Schools In Goldthorpe 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 Goldthorpe. These top schools near Goldthorpe 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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1

Wickersley School and Sports College

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Our number one ranked school in Goldthorpe based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Wickersley School and Sports College.

Pupils
2002
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Wath Academy

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Wath Academy is ranked second in Goldthorpe based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
2031
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
3

Ackworth School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Goldthorpe based on our authoritative ranking is Ackworth School.

Pupils
428
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Hall Cross Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Goldthorpe league table is Hall Cross Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
2038
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Ridgewood School

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Our number five ranked school in Goldthorpe based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Ridgewood School.

Pupils
1453
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Goldthorpe and their catchment areas in Goldthorpe ranked by School Guide in 2026

  • Wickersley School and Sports College
  • Wath Academy
  • Ackworth School
  • Hall Cross Academy
  • Ridgewood School

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