Best Private Schools in West Berkshire
15 private schools found
Key Facts
- In West Berkshire, 15 independent schools (7.7% of total) educate 3,503 pupils, reflecting a significant private education sector presence.
- Of the 7 inspected schools in West Berkshire, 71.4% are rated Good or Outstanding, with 3 Outstanding and 2 Good ratings recorded.
- Pupils in West Berkshire's independent schools have an Attainment 8 score of 39.55, and 14.4% achieve grade 5+ in English & maths.
- Compared to national averages, West Berkshire's independent schools have 0.0% of pupils eligible for free school meals and 26.7% with special educational needs.
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Bradfield College
Independent · Primary · Ages 13–18
Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools
Independent · Primary · Ages 2–13
Downe House
Independent · Primary · Ages 11–18 · Girls
Elstree School
Independent · Primary · Ages 2–13
Northcroft Vocational School
Independent · Primary · Ages 11–16
Pangbourne College
Independent · Primary · Ages 11–19
St Andrew's School
Independent · Primary · Ages 2–13
St Gabriel's School
Independent · Primary · Ages 0–18
Haywards Farm School
Independent · Primary · Ages 6–14
Priors Court School
Independent · Primary · Ages 5–20
The Grange School
Independent · Primary · Ages 7–16
Engaging Potential
Independent · Primary · Ages 13–19
Oaklands School
Independent · Primary · Ages 5–16
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are in West Berkshire?
There are 15 private schools in West Berkshire, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
What are the best private schools in West Berkshire?
Based on Ofsted ratings and exam results, the top-ranked private schools in West Berkshire include Bradfield College, Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools, and Downe House. Rankings are updated regularly using the latest data from the Department for Education.
How many Ofsted Outstanding private schools are in West Berkshire?
West Berkshire has 12 private schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 68 are rated Good, meaning 92% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.
How are private schools in West Berkshire ranked on Eduscope?
Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.
What is the average class size in West Berkshire private schools?
The average pupil-teacher ratio across private schools in West Berkshire is 19:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.
How much do private schools in West Berkshire cost?
Fees for private schools in West Berkshire vary by school and age group. Day school fees typically range from £10,000 to £20,000 per year, while boarding fees can exceed £30,000. Individual school pages on Eduscope include fee information where available.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | West Berkshire | England |
|---|---|---|
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 57% | 61% |
| Secondary ResultsProgress 8 | +0.13 | +0.00 |
| Attainment 8 | 39.5 | 46.1 |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 18% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 19.1:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £7,749 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.