The Best Schools In Ridgewell 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 Ridgewell. These top schools near Ridgewell 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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Thomas Gainsborough School

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Our number one ranked school in Ridgewell based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Thomas Gainsborough School.

Pupils

1584

Ages

11 - 18

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Hedingham School and Sixth Form

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Hedingham School and Sixth Form is ranked second in Ridgewell based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils

1138

Ages

11 - 18

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Samuel Ward Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Ridgewell based on our authoritative ranking is Samuel Ward Academy.

Pupils

1176

Ages

11 - 18

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Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form

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The school ranked at number four in our Ridgewell league table is Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils

1292

Ages

11 - 19

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Mixed

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Tabor Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Ridgewell based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Tabor Academy.

Pupils

964

Ages

11 - 18

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Mixed

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

Thomas Gainsborough School
Hedingham School and Sixth Form
Samuel Ward Academy
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form
Tabor Academy

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The Best Schools In Ridgewell Rated & Reviewed

Thomas Gainsborough School

Hedingham School and Sixth Form

Samuel Ward Academy

Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form

Tabor Academy

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

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