How many schools are there in Nelson?

There are 21 schools in Nelson listed on FindGreatSchools: 17 primary, 2 secondary, 1 independent and 1 special. Each listing links to a full profile with Ofsted information, results and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Nelson?

Under our composite score, Roughlee Church of England Primary School is the highest-ranked primary school and Marsden Heights Community College is the highest-ranked secondary school in Nelson. The score blends Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Independent and special schools are listed by Ofsted rating rather than scored.

Why are primary and secondary schools ranked separately?

Because they are measured on different things: primary schools on Key Stage 2 SATs, secondary schools on GCSE results and Progress 8. A grade A primary and a grade A secondary are not the same measurement, so we never rank them against each other. Each phase has its own full ranking for Nelson, linked from its section above.

The best schools in Nelson

Compare 21 schools in Nelson on one page: the top-rated primary and secondary schools ranked by Ofsted, SATs and GCSE results and our composite score, plus every independent and special school in the area. Top of the list: Roughlee Church of England Primary School (primary) and Marsden Heights Community College (secondary).

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