The Best Schools In Swindon 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 Swindon. These top schools near Swindon 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

The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College

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Our number one ranked school in Swindon based on our official School Guide Star Rating is The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College.

Pupils
1573
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy

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Royal Wootton Bassett Academy is ranked second in Swindon based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1688
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Lydiard Park Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Swindon based on our authoritative ranking is Lydiard Park Academy.

Pupils
1287
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

Swindon Academy

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

Pupils
1854
Ages
2 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
5

Great Western Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Swindon based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Great Western Academy.

Pupils
1025
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Free schools

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

  • The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College
  • Royal Wootton Bassett Academy
  • Lydiard Park Academy
  • Swindon Academy
  • Great Western Academy

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