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

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1

St Mary Magdalene Academy

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Our number one ranked school in Islington based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Mary Magdalene Academy.

Pupils
1554
Ages
4 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
2

Thornhill Primary School

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Thornhill Primary School is ranked second in Islington based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
458
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
3

Duncombe Primary School

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

Pupils
357
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4

Rotherfield Primary School

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

Pupils
320
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
5

St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Islington based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School.

Pupils
198
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

Top 5 best performing schools in Islington and their catchment areas in Islington ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • St Mary Magdalene Academy
  • Thornhill Primary School
  • Duncombe Primary School
  • Rotherfield Primary School
  • St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

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