The Best Schools In Old Burdon 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 Old Burdon. These top schools near Old Burdon 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

Royal Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Old Burdon based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Royal Grammar School.

Pupils
1330
Ages
7 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Durham High School

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Durham High School is ranked second in Old Burdon based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
288
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
3

Emmanuel College

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At number 3 in the best schools in Old Burdon based on our authoritative ranking is Emmanuel College.

Pupils
1543
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
City technology college
4

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School

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The school ranked at number four in our Old Burdon league table is Durham Johnston Comprehensive School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1688
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
5

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

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Our number five ranked school in Old Burdon based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation.

Pupils
740
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

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

  • Royal Grammar School
  • Durham High School
  • Emmanuel College
  • Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
  • Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

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