The Best Schools In Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy. These top schools near Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

St Marie's R C Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Kirkcaldy based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Marie's R C Primary School.

Pupils
397
Ages
4 - 12
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
2

Thornton Primary School

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Thornton Primary School is ranked second in Kirkcaldy based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
153
Ages
4 - 12
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
3

Capshard Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Kirkcaldy based on our authoritative ranking is Capshard Primary School.

Pupils
508
Ages
4 - 12
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
4

Dunnikier Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Kirkcaldy league table is Dunnikier Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
331
Ages
4 - 12
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
5

Strathallan Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Kirkcaldy based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Strathallan Primary School.

Pupils
266
Ages
4 - 12
Gender
Mixed
Type
State

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

  • St Marie's R C Primary School
  • Thornton Primary School
  • Capshard Primary School
  • Dunnikier Primary School
  • Strathallan Primary School

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