- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
24 first choices, 24 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 201
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.3
Schools in MK3
A postcode district in Milton Keynes
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: MK3 is a postcode district in Milton Keynes with 12 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2112 primary · 4 secondary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All MK3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in MK3
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 MK3
12 in MK3, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
33 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 204
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
80 first choices, 82 offers made
Met the standard at 1156%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.6%
- Pupils
- 643
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.0
Top Secondary Schools in MK3
4 in MK3, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results below the England average.
241 first choices, 247 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.9%
- Pupils
- 1,446
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.4
Nurseries in MK3
8 in MK3, highest Ofsted grade first
Buttons@abbeys
Milton Keynes, MK3 6PS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Buttons@newtonleys
Bletchley, MK3 5SP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Milton Keynes Preparatory School
Milton Keynes, MK3 7EG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in MK3
2 in MK3, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results below the England average.
241 first choices, 247 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.9%
- Pupils
- 1,446
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.4
White Spire School
Milton Keynes, MK3 6EW · 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
- 6.0%
- Pupils
- 170
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.3
Special Schools in MK3
3 in MK3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
White Spire School
Milton Keynes, MK3 6EW · 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
- 6.0%
- Pupils
- 170
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.3
Cambian Bletchley Park School
Milton Keynes, MK3 7EB · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 56
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Romans Field School
Milton Keynes, MK3 7AW · Special · All-through · Ages 5 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 9.6%
- Pupils
- 95
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.0
Private Schools in MK3
2 in MK3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Cambian Bletchley Park School
Milton Keynes, MK3 7EB · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 56
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Milton Keynes Preparatory School
Milton Keynes, MK3 7EG · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 362
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in MK3, 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
- Good13
- Not graded yet4
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 MK3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
MK3 has 21 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 MK3
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 MK3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in MK3?
MK3 has 21 schools, including 12 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 8 nurseries, 2 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 MK3?
The highest-ranked schools in MK3 on Eduscope are St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Holne Chase Primary School, Newton Leys Primary 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 MK3?
There are 2 independent schools in MK3. 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 MK3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in MK3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in MK3 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.