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

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1

The King's School Canterbury

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Our number one ranked school in Canterbury based on our official School Guide Star Rating is The King's School Canterbury.

Pupils
910
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

The Worthgate School

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The Worthgate School is ranked second in Canterbury based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
318
Ages
14 - 22
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

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At number 3 in the best schools in Canterbury based on our authoritative ranking is Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys.

Pupils
1241
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Foundation school
4

Barton Court Grammar School

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The school ranked at number four in our Canterbury league table is Barton Court Grammar School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1002
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School

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Our number five ranked school in Canterbury based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School.

Pupils
1249
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Voluntary controlled school

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

  • The King's School Canterbury
  • The Worthgate School
  • Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
  • Barton Court Grammar School
  • Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School

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