Best Schools in Witham

Witham has 31 schools, including 13 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 16 nurseries, 1 independent schools. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

The top-rated schools in Witham include Benton Hall Creche, Cheeky Monkeys Preschool, Gershwin Park Day Nursery School, based on a composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, and pupil progress measures. Rankings are updated regularly as new data is published by the Department for Education.

93% of inspected schools in Witham hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is above the national average of 89%. This includes 2 schools rated Outstanding and 11 rated Good.

Across primary schools in Witham, 54% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

The average Progress 8 score across secondary schools in Witham is -0.52, which is below the national average. Progress 8 measures how much progress pupils make between Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to pupils with similar prior attainment nationally.

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Witham is 22.7:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. The national average for state-funded schools is approximately 17:1.

The persistent absence rate across schools in Witham is 21.3%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. The national average is approximately 22%.

There are 5,117 pupils enrolled across schools in Witham, with 3,072 in primary and 2,045 in secondary. 26.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

There are 1 independent schools in Witham. 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 Witham on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 31 schools in Witham by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.