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

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1

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith

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Our number one ranked school in Mellguards based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith.

Pupils
1040
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Austin Friars

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Austin Friars is ranked second in Mellguards based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
331
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

The Nelson Thomlinson School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Mellguards based on our authoritative ranking is The Nelson Thomlinson School.

Pupils
1192
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
4

William Howard School

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The school ranked at number four in our Mellguards league table is William Howard School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1346
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Richard Rose Central Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Mellguards based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Richard Rose Central Academy.

Pupils
1044
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

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

  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
  • Austin Friars
  • The Nelson Thomlinson School
  • William Howard School
  • Richard Rose Central Academy

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