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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Chichester Area

Chichester secondary schools achieve exceptional quality standards, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Bishop Luffa School, Chichester, Great Ballard School, and Chichester Free School lead the area, with several offering sixth form provision for students continuing to age 18. With 6 secondary schools serving Chichester, families across the city centre, Fishbourne, Southbourne, and Selsey have access to well-established comprehensive schools with strong community ties. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.

All schools in Chichester

Top schools in Chichester

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Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
Westgate
Great Ballard School
Eartham
Chichester Free School
Hunston
Chichester High School
Westgate
The Academy, Selsey
Selsey
Ormiston Six Villages Academy
Westergate