- Ofsted:Good or better
Results above the England average.
78 first choices, 79 offers made
Met the standard at 1166%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 646
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
Schools in GU1
A postcode district in Surrey
- Postcode district
- 30 schools and nurseries
In short: GU1 is a postcode district in Surrey with 12 primary schools, 8 secondary schools and 14 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3012 primary · 8 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated
All GU1 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in GU1
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 GU1
12 in GU1, best first
Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School
Guildford, GU1 3QF · State · Primary · Ages 7 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1173%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 368
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Guildford, GU1 2SX · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
47 first choices, 49 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 436
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.2
Top Secondary Schools in GU1
8 in GU1, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
260 first choices, 206 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 1,360
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
284 first choices, 294 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1660.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 1,927
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
81 first choices, 165 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1641.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 641
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.1
Nurseries in GU1
14 in GU1, highest Ofsted grade first
Bright Horizons Guildford Boxgrove Day Nursery And Preschool
Guildford, GU1 2TD · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Castle Nursery and Preschool
Guildford, GU1 4QJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Castle Nursery and Preschool
Guildford, GU1 3SY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in GU1
7 in GU1, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
260 first choices, 206 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1662.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 1,360
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
284 first choices, 294 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1660.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 1,927
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Pond Meadow School
Guildford, GU1 1DR · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 9.9%
- Pupils
- 168
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.8
Special Schools in GU1
2 in GU1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Pond Meadow School
Guildford, GU1 1DR · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 9.9%
- Pupils
- 168
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.8
Castle Garden School
Guildford, GU1 3SQ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 32
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in GU1
4 in GU1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Castle Garden School
Guildford, GU1 3SQ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 32
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Guildford High School
Guildford, GU1 1SJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 19 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,027
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Royal Grammar School Guildford
Gu1 3bb · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,325
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in GU1, 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
- Good14
- Not graded yet13
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
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 GU1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
GU1 has 30 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 GU1
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 GU1
Nearby areas
How many schools are in GU1?
GU1 has 30 schools, including 12 primary schools, 8 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 2 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 GU1?
The highest-ranked schools in GU1 on Eduscope are St Peter's Catholic School, Boxgrove Primary School, George Abbot 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 GU1?
There are 4 independent schools in GU1. 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 GU1 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in GU1?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 30 schools in GU1 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.