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

Bournemouth School

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

Pupils
1230
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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2

Bournemouth School for Girls

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Bournemouth School for Girls is ranked second in Swanage based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1209
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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3

Parkstone Grammar School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Swanage based on our authoritative ranking is Parkstone Grammar School.

Pupils
1222
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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4

Poole Grammar School

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The school ranked at number four in our Swanage league table is Poole Grammar School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1199
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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5

Kings Bournemouth

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Our number five ranked school in Swanage based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Kings Bournemouth.

Pupils
237
Ages
14 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
GCSE and A level College

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

  • Bournemouth School
  • Bournemouth School for Girls
  • Parkstone Grammar School
  • Poole Grammar School
  • Kings Bournemouth

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