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

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1

Teesdale School and Sixth Form

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Our number one ranked school in Southside based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Teesdale School and Sixth Form.

Pupils
727
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
2

Barnard Castle School

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Barnard Castle School is ranked second in Southside based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
698
Ages
4 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College

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At number 3 in the best schools in Southside based on our authoritative ranking is St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College.

Pupils
1308
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland

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The school ranked at number four in our Southside league table is King James I Academy Bishop Auckland based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
962
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

UTC South Durham

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Our number five ranked school in Southside based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is UTC South Durham.

Pupils
419
Ages
14 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
University technical college

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

  • Teesdale School and Sixth Form
  • Barnard Castle School
  • St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
  • King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
  • UTC South Durham

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