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

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1

Cardinal Newman R.C.

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Our number one ranked school in Pontypridd based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Cardinal Newman R.C..

Pupils
980
Ages
11 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-16)
2

Ysgol Garth Olwg

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Ysgol Garth Olwg is ranked second in Pontypridd based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1210
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Middle (ages 3-19)
3

Bryncelynnog Comprehensive School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Pontypridd based on our authoritative ranking is Bryncelynnog Comprehensive School.

Pupils
1348
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-19)
4

Ysgol Afon Wen

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The school ranked at number four in our Pontypridd league table is Ysgol Afon Wen based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1165
Ages
3 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Middle (ages 3-16)
5

Ysgol Bro Taf

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Our number five ranked school in Pontypridd based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Ysgol Bro Taf.

Pupils
902
Ages
3 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Middle (ages 3-16)

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

  • Cardinal Newman R.C.
  • Ysgol Garth Olwg
  • Bryncelynnog Comprehensive School
  • Ysgol Afon Wen
  • Ysgol Bro Taf

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