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Are all Bude neighbourhoods included?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Bude Area

Bude's secondary education is served by Budehaven Community School, a comprehensive community school rated Good by Ofsted. The school achieves an average Attainment 8 score of 45, below England's 39, reflecting the challenges of a small coastal town with a single secondary school. 100% of schools in the area are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 86%. Families in Bude and surrounding villages benefit from a close-knit school community with strong local connections, though some consider options in nearby Bideford or Launceston for additional choice. Use the map view to explore secondary schools in Bude and neighboring areas.

Top schools in Bude

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Budehaven Community School
Bude