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

St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Shaftesbury based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
244
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury

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The Abbey CofE VA Primary School is ranked second in Shaftesbury based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
199
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
3

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Shaftesbury based on our authoritative ranking is St Andrew's Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
81
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
4

Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Shaftesbury league table is Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
123
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Shaftesbury based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
361
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School
  • The Abbey CofE VA Primary School
  • St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
  • Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
  • Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School

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