- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1179%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.8%
- Pupils
- 243
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.4
Schools in BA2
A postcode district in Bath and North East Somerset
- Postcode district
- 64 schools and nurseries
In short: BA2 is a postcode district in Bath and North East Somerset with 29 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and 29 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries6429 primary · 10 secondary · 29 nurseries
Top-rated
All BA2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in BA2
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in BA2
29 in BA2, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
30 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.4%
- Pupils
- 182
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
26 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1196%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.8%
- Pupils
- 159
- Pupils per teacher
- 26.5
Top Secondary Schools in BA2
10 in BA2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
308 first choices, 234 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1659.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 1,497
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 173 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 1,232
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
202 first choices, 191 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1653.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.2%
- Pupils
- 1,398
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
Nurseries in BA2
29 in BA2, highest Ofsted grade first
Freshford Pre-school
Bath, BA2 7UR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Westwood Nursery
Bath, BA2 7AY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Widcombe Acorns Pre-School and Forest School
Bath, BA2 4PA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in BA2
8 in BA2, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
308 first choices, 234 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1659.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 1,497
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 173 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1656.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 1,232
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
202 first choices, 191 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1653.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.2%
- Pupils
- 1,398
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
Special Schools in BA2
3 in BA2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Hambling View Independent School
Bath, BA2 7AE · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 13
- Pupils per teacher
- –
North Star 180°
Bath, BA2 5RF · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 17.3%
- Pupils
- 105
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Three Ways School
Bath, BA2 5RF · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 11.9%
- Pupils
- 258
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.9
Private Schools in BA2
5 in BA2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Hambling View Independent School
Bath, BA2 7AE · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 13
- Pupils per teacher
- –
King Edward's School
Ba2 6hu · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,151
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Monkton Combe School
Bath, BA2 7HG · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 627
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in BA2, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good42
- Not graded yet19
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in BA2 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every BA2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
BA2 has 64 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in BA2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about BA2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in BA2?
BA2 has 64 schools, including 29 primary schools, 10 secondary schools, 29 nurseries, 5 independent schools, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in BA2?
The highest-ranked schools in BA2 on Eduscope are Widcombe CofE Junior School, St Mary's CofE Primary School, Freshford Church School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in BA2?
There are 5 independent schools in BA2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BA2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in BA2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 64 schools in BA2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.