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

Durham High School

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Our number one ranked school in Tursdale based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Durham High School.

Pupils
288
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
2

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School

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Durham Johnston Comprehensive School is ranked second in Tursdale based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1688
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
3

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

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At number 3 in the best schools in Tursdale based on our authoritative ranking is Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation.

Pupils
740
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham

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The school ranked at number four in our Tursdale league table is St Leonard's Catholic School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1260
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Tursdale based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy.

Pupils
1293
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Durham High School
  • Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
  • Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation
  • St Leonard's Catholic School
  • Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy

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