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

Downe House

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Our number one ranked school in The Hermitage based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Downe House.

Pupils
569
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
2

Cranford School

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Cranford School is ranked second in The Hermitage based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
581
Ages
2 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Padworth College

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At number 3 in the best schools in The Hermitage based on our authoritative ranking is Padworth College.

Pupils
94
Ages
13 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Bradfield College

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The school ranked at number four in our The Hermitage league table is Bradfield College based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
835
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Didcot Girls' School

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Our number five ranked school in The Hermitage based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Didcot Girls' School.

Pupils
1616
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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Top 5 best performing schools in The Hermitage and their catchment areas in The Hermitage ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Downe House
  • Cranford School
  • Padworth College
  • Bradfield College
  • Didcot Girls' School

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