The Best Schools In High Hesket 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 High Hesket. These top schools near High Hesket 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

Austin Friars

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Our number one ranked school in High Hesket based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Austin Friars.

Pupils
323
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith

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Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is ranked second in High Hesket based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1036
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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3

Lime House School

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At number 3 in the best schools in High Hesket based on our authoritative ranking is Lime House School.

Pupils
75
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Ullswater Community College

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The school ranked at number four in our High Hesket league table is Ullswater Community College based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1535
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Foundation school
5

William Howard School

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Our number five ranked school in High Hesket based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is William Howard School.

Pupils
1303
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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Top 5 best performing schools in High Hesket and their catchment areas in High Hesket ranked by School Guide in 2026

  • Austin Friars
  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
  • Lime House School
  • Ullswater Community College
  • William Howard School

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