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Schools in MK2

A postcode district in Milton Keynes

  • Postcode district
  • 14 schools and nurseries

In short: MK2 is a postcode district in Milton Keynes with 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries145 primary · 2 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in MK2

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.

All MK2 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in MK2

5 in MK2, best first

The Premier Academy

Milton Keynes, MK2 3AH · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

63 first choices, 65 offers made

Met the standard at 1181%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
613
Pupils per teacher
19.9
View school The Premier Academy

Knowles Primary School

Milton Keynes, MK2 2HB · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

57 first choices, 58 offers made

Met the standard at 1183%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
356
Pupils per teacher
19.8
View school Knowles Primary School

Drayton Park School

Milton Keynes, MK2 3HJ · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results close to the England average.

23 first choices, 23 offers made

Met the standard at 1160%

England 62%

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
332
Pupils per teacher
16.1
View school Drayton Park School

Top Secondary Schools in MK2

2 in MK2, best first

Lift Sir Herbert Leon

Milton Keynes, MK2 3HQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results below the England average.

70 first choices, 100 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.6

England 46.2

Days missed
12.8%
Pupils
589
Pupils per teacher
15.2
View school Lift Sir Herbert Leon

Nurseries in MK2

7 in MK2, highest Ofsted grade first

Special Schools in MK2

1 in MK2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

KWS Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes, MK2 3HU · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
6
Pupils per teacher
–
View school KWS Milton Keynes

Private Schools in MK2

1 in MK2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

KWS Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes, MK2 3HU · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
6
Pupils per teacher
–
View school KWS Milton Keynes
The map

Every school in MK2, 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.

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Knowles Nursery School, Expected standard or betterBishop Parker Catholic School, GoodThe Premier Academy, OutstandingLift Sir Herbert Leon, Good in every areaKnowles Primary School, GoodWater Hall Primary School, Requires improvement in 1 areaKWS Milton Keynes, GoodDrayton Park School, OutstandingAshbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford, Urgent improvement in 3 areasEaton Mill Nursery, GoodBletchley Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool, Expected standard or betterBletchley preschool including cuddles nursery, OutstandingThe Palace Day Nursery, GoodLittle Tinkers Preschool@ Fern Grove, Good
  • Outstanding3
  • Good6
  • Not graded yet5
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 MK2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

MK2 has 14 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 MK2

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 MK2

How many schools are in MK2?

MK2 has 14 schools, including 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 1 independent school, 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 MK2?

The highest-ranked schools in MK2 on Eduscope are The Premier Academy, Knowles Primary School, Drayton Park 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 MK2?

There is 1 independent school in MK2, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in MK2?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 14 schools in MK2 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.

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