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School search by postcode
Find nearby primary and secondary schools on a map — phase, age range, capacity and the latest published Ofsted rating from Get Information About Schools.
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Nearby schools
Tap a row to open it on the map. Ratings are the latest published Ofsted overall effectiveness where matched.
| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report |
No open schools in this radius. Try a larger radius, All phases, or a more central postcode.
School catchments are only part of the picture. For a fuller property report with sold prices, EPC, flood and crime, see homebuyerreport.co.uk.
What this school search shows
Enter a UK postcode or town to map nearby open state-funded schools from the Department for Education’s Get Information About Schools register. See phase, age range, distance and the latest published Ofsted rating — a practical first step when buying or renting with school-age children.
Nearby schools map
Pins coloured by Ofsted overall effectiveness, with a search pin at your postcode, town or current location.
Primary & secondary filter
Narrow results to Primary, Secondary or all phases within 1–5 km so you can focus on the years that matter.
Ofsted ratings & reports
Latest published overall effectiveness where matched, with links through to Ofsted report pages when available.
Buying with schools in mind
Use distances and ratings to shortlist streets before viewings — then confirm admissions and catchments with the school and council.
How to search schools near a property
- Enter a UK postcode (e.g. YO1 8SU) or a town name, or use your current location.
- Choose a radius (1–5 km) and optionally filter to Primary or Secondary.
- Review the map pins and Ofsted colours, then open the table for ages, distance and report links.
- Tap a school row to focus it on the map and dig into the official Ofsted report where linked.
- Treat this as a neighbourhood shortlist — not a catchment guarantee. Always check admissions with the school and local authority.
School search FAQ
How do I find schools near a UK postcode?
Enter a postcode or town, set a radius and optionally filter by phase. We geocode the search, then map nearby open state-funded schools from DfE GIAS with distances and Ofsted ratings where matched.
Where do the school and Ofsted ratings come from?
School details come from Get Information About Schools (DfE). Ofsted overall effectiveness is the latest published match where available, under the Open Government Licence.
Does this show school catchment areas?
No. Results are by straight-line distance from the search pin, not official catchment or admission zones.
Why check schools before buying a property?
Nearby school quality and travel distance often shape family demand. Mapping primaries and secondaries with Ofsted ratings helps you shortlist areas before viewings — alongside catchments and a visit to the school.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DfE GIAS and Ofsted). Map: OpenStreetMap. Ratings and school status change — always confirm on official DfE and Ofsted sources before relying on them for a move.