- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
12 first choices, 13 offers made
Met the standard at 1194%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 104
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
Schools in MK18
A postcode district in Buckinghamshire
- Postcode district
- 33 schools and nurseries
In short: MK18 is a postcode district in Buckinghamshire with 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3316 primary · 6 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated
All MK18 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in MK18
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 MK18
16 in MK18, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results close to the England average.
17 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.1%
- Pupils
- 97
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
8 first choices, 10 offers made
Met the standard at 1188%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 45
- Pupils per teacher
- 9.7
Top Secondary Schools in MK18
6 in MK18, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
304 first choices, 179 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 1,326
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.1
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
120 first choices, 139 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1641.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.6%
- Pupils
- 681
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
179 first choices, 213 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1636.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.8%
- Pupils
- 1,110
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
Nurseries in MK18
12 in MK18, highest Ofsted grade first
Circle Centre
Buckingham, MK18 2ET · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Schorne Pre-school
North Marston, MK18 3PA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Treehouse Pre-School
Buckingham, MK18 3EN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in MK18
5 in MK18, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
304 first choices, 179 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 1,326
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.1
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
179 first choices, 213 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1636.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.8%
- Pupils
- 1,110
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
Akeley Wood Senior School
Mk18 5ae · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1650.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 380
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in MK18
1 in MK18. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Furze Down School
Buckingham, MK18 3BL · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 13.5%
- Pupils
- 223
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.7
Private Schools in MK18
2 in MK18. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Akeley Wood Senior School
Mk18 5ae · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1650.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 380
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Stowe School
Buckingham, MK18 5EH · Independent · Secondary · Ages 12 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
- 876
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in MK18, 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.
- Outstanding5
- Good16
- Not graded yet12
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in MK18 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 MK18 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
MK18 has 33 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 MK18
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 MK18
Nearby areas
How many schools are in MK18?
MK18 has 33 schools, including 16 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 12 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in MK18?
The highest-ranked schools in MK18 on Eduscope are Padbury Church of England School, Royal Latin School, Maids Moreton Church of England 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 MK18?
There are 2 independent schools in MK18. 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 MK18 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in MK18?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 33 schools in MK18 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.