Swanage primary schools deliver exceptional results in this coastal Dorset town, 100% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, above England's 82%. Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage, and Swanage Primary School are among the highest-performing options, with 81% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths compared to 62% nationally. 25% achieve the higher standard—more than three times the England average of 8%. With 4 schools serving families in this close-knit seaside community, parents find welcoming environments that combine strong academic foundations with distinctive coastal character. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | St George's Church of England Primary School, Langton Matravers | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Swanage Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
| #2 | St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
State • Primary • 4-11 years
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