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

Cowes Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Cowes based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Cowes Primary School.

Pupils
148
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
2

Gurnard Primary School

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Gurnard Primary School is ranked second in Cowes based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
420
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
3

Queensgate Foundation Primary

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At number 3 in the best schools in Cowes based on our authoritative ranking is Queensgate Foundation Primary.

Pupils
393
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Foundation school
4

Northwood Primary School

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

Pupils
199
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Cowes based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Holy Cross Catholic Primary School.

Pupils
149
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

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

  • Cowes Primary School
  • Gurnard Primary School
  • Queensgate Foundation Primary
  • Northwood Primary School
  • Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

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