Showing 1-9 of 26 schools
Westminster secondary schools achieve exceptional Ofsted ratings, 100% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, well above the England average of 86%. The Grey Coat Hospital leads among state secondary schools with strong GCSE results, while Westminster School and Francis Holland School, London are top-ranked independent options for families considering private education. With 26 schools serving Westminster, families in Marylebone, Paddington, St John's Wood, and Pimlico benefit from diverse educational options in central London, ranging from high-performing state schools to prestigious independent institutions. 5% average EBacc APS score exceeds England's 4%, reflecting strong academic standards across the borough. Filter by Ofsted rating or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.
Explore schools on an interactive map. Click markers to view detailed information, GCSE performance, and Ofsted ratings.
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #9 | Kensington Park School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Francis Holland School, Sloane Square | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Girls | Church of England | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #19 | The Royal Ballet School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #20 | Bales College | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #10 | Paddington Academy | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | Christian | Outstanding |
| #11 | St George's Catholic School, London | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | Catholic | Outstanding |
| #21 | Maida Vale School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Queen's College, London | Independent | All-through | 4-18+ years | Girls | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| #5 | Wetherby Senior School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Boys | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| #7 | Ark King Solomon Academy | State | All-through | 2-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
| #8 | The St Marylebone CofE School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Girls | Church of England | Outstanding |
| #18 | Sylvia Young Theatre School | Independent | Secondary | 10-16 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| N/A | Halcyon London International School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| N/A | ICS London | Independent | All-through | 3-18+ years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| N/A | Southbank International School Westminster | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • All-through • 4-18+ years
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
State • All-through • 2-18 years
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
Independent • Secondary • 10-16 years
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
Independent • All-through • 3-18+ years
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #12 | London Park School Mayfair and London Park School Sixth | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
| N/A | Academy21 | Other | Secondary | 11-16 years | Mixed | None | Not applicable |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
Other • Secondary • 11-16 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #14 | Marylebone Boys' School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Boys | None | Good |
| #16 | Westminster Academy | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #13 | Pimlico Academy | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Francis Holland School, Regents Park | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18+ years | Girls | Church of England | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #15 | Harris Academy St John's Wood | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| N/A | The American School in London | Independent | All-through | 4-18 years | Mixed | None | Not inspected by Ofsted |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
Independent • All-through • 4-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | The Grey Coat Hospital | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Girls | Church of England | Outstanding |
| #17 | Westminster City School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Boys | Christian | Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Westminster School | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 12-18+ years | Mixed | Church of England | Not inspected by Ofsted |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 12-18+ years
Disclaimer
Information on this page is compiled, analysed, and processed from publicly available sources including the Department for Education (DfE), Ofsted, the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and official school websites.
Our rankings, metrics, and assessments are derived from this data using our own methodologies and represent our independent analysis rather than official standings.
While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or error-free. Data may change without notice, and schools and/or local authorities should be contacted directly to verify any details before making decisions.
FindMySchool does not endorse any particular school, and rankings reflect specific metrics rather than overall quality.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on information provided. If you believe any information is inaccurate, please contact us.
