# Schools in United Kingdom — 53,749 schools with parent reviews

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The United Kingdom has one of the most respected education systems in the world, with a rich tradition spanning centuries. From prestigious independent schools to outstanding state academies, UK schools offer diverse learning environments for families across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
## Education system overview

The UK education system is divided into key stages, starting with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to A-Levels or equivalent qualifications at age 18. England follows the National Curriculum, while Scotland has its own Curriculum for Excellence. School types include state-funded schools, academies, grammar schools, and independent (private) schools. Ofsted inspections in England and equivalent bodies in devolved nations ensure quality standards.
## Cities with schools

- [Schools in London](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/london) — 4693 schools
- [Schools in Birmingham](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/birmingham) — 1011 schools
- [Schools in Manchester](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/manchester) — 801 schools
- [Schools in Bristol](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bristol) — 772 schools
- [Schools in Nottingham](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/nottingham) — 639 schools
- [Schools in Liverpool](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/liverpool) — 542 schools
- [Schools in Leeds](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/leeds) — 513 schools
- [Schools in Leicester](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/leicester) — 475 schools
- [Schools in Sheffield](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/sheffield) — 468 schools
- [Schools in Southampton](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/southampton) — 395 schools
- [Schools in Reading](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/reading) — 384 schools
- [Schools in Cambridge](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/cambridge) — 314 schools
- [Schools in Preston](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/preston) — 311 schools
- [Schools in Derby](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/derby) — 309 schools
- [Schools in Norwich](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/norwich) — 307 schools
- [Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/newcastle-upon-tyne) — 302 schools
- [Schools in Stoke-on-Trent](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/stoke-on-trent) — 300 schools
- [Schools in Bradford](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bradford) — 289 schools
- [Schools in Northampton](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/northampton) — 287 schools
- [Schools in Milton Keynes](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/milton-keynes) — 280 schools

## Top rated schools in United Kingdom
1. [Landkey Community Primary Academy](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/barnstaple/landkey-community-primary-academy-20015) — Barnstaple, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
2. [Woodland Middle School Academy](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bedford/woodland-middle-school-academy-12259) — Bedford, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
3. [Marlborough Primary School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/birmingham/marlborough-primary-school-20474) — Birmingham, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
4. [Margaret McMillan Primary School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bradford/margaret-mcmillan-primary-school-17998) — Bradford, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
5. [The St Teresa Catholic Primary School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/dagenham/the-st-teresa-catholic-primary-school-20932) — Dagenham, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
6. [Birdsedge First School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/huddersfield/birdsedge-first-school-18136) — Huddersfield, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
7. [Hollybush Primary](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/leeds/hollybush-primary-11344) — Leeds, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
8. [St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/london/st-thomas-of-canterbury-catholic-primary-school-298) — London, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
9. [Heathbrook Primary School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/london/heathbrook-primary-school-416) — London, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
10. [Kenton School](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/newcastle-upon-tyne/kenton-school-13534) — Newcastle-upon-Tyne, rated 5.0/5 (4 reviews)

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