How do you decide which schools are best?

We combine official data sources and our methodology to highlight consistent performance. Use filters to personalise results based on what matters to your family.

Are all Breckland neighbourhoods included?

Yes. We group schools by their locality field so you can quickly scan areas and their nearby schools. All sections are expanded by default on this page.

Why do results differ from Ofsted-only lists?

We consider a broader set of indicators and present more flexible filtering, including faith options, mixed/grammar status, and age ranges.

2026 Best Secondary Schools in Breckland Area

Schools across Breckland district. Explore 10 secondary schools in Breckland. The current top-ranked secondary schools are Thetford Grammar School, Wayland Academy, and Northgate High School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

All schools in Breckland

Key Performance Metrics for Breckland

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Breckland42.7

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Breckland47%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Breckland3.9

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Breckland6.8/10

England7.4/10

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Breckland

42.7vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Breckland

47%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Breckland

3.9vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Breckland

6.8/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Breckland

Showing 1-10 of 10 schools

Thetford Grammar School
Thetford
Wayland Academy
Watton
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Northgate High School
Dereham
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The Nicholas Hamond Academy
Swaffham
Attleborough Academy
Attleborough
Litcham School
Litcham
Old Buckenham High School
Old Buckenham
The Thetford Academy
Thetford
Dereham Neatherd High School
Neatherd
OneSchool Global UK - Swaffham Campus
Swaffham