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

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1

Hulme Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Woodhead based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Hulme Grammar School.

Pupils
736
Ages
2 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

The Blue Coat CofE School

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The Blue Coat CofE School is ranked second in Woodhead based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1692
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Penistone Grammar School

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

Pupils
1893
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4

Rishworth School

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

Pupils
418
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Shelley College, A Share Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Woodhead based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Shelley College, A Share Academy.

Pupils
1300
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Hulme Grammar School
  • The Blue Coat CofE School
  • Penistone Grammar School
  • Rishworth School
  • Shelley College, A Share Academy

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