Best Schools in Sutton 2026 — Rankings, Ofsted Ratings & Reviews
Compare 60 schools and nurseries in Sutton — Ofsted ratings, exam results & admissions data.
Sutton in South London has 59 schools educating over 29,000 pupils. The borough is renowned as London's grammar school heartland, with multiple selective schools that attract families from across South London and Surrey. Sutton consistently ranks as one of the highest-performing boroughs in England.
Wilson's School, Nonsuch High School for Girls and Sutton Grammar School are among the top selective state schools in the country. The borough also has strong comprehensive and faith school options.
Sutton at a Glance
Top Primary Schools in Sutton
| School | Area | Ofsted | KS2 RWM % | Reading | Maths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuddington Croft Primary School and Nursery | Sutton | Good | 88% | — | — |
| Cheam Fields Primary Academy | Sutton | Outstanding | 87% | — | — |
| Westbourne Primary School | Sutton | Good | 86% | — | — |
| Cheam Common Junior Academy | Sutton | Good | 86% | — | — |
| Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy | Sutton | Outstanding | 85% | — | — |
Top Secondary Schools in Sutton
| School | Area | Ofsted | Progress 8 | 5+ GCSE % | EBacc % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson's School | Sutton | Outstanding | +1.27 | 100% | 98% |
| Sutton Grammar School for Boys | Sutton | Good | +1.16 | 100% | 36% |
| Wallington County Grammar School | Sutton | Outstanding | +0.95 | 99% | 69% |
| Wallington High School for Girls | Sutton | Outstanding | +0.92 | 100% | 60% |
| Harris Academy Sutton | Sutton | Outstanding | +0.91 | 89% | 74% |
Admissions in Sutton — Key Dates
Sutton Council coordinates admissions for state schools. Secondary applications closed on 31 October 2025 with offers on 1 March 2026. Primary applications close on 15 January 2026 with offers on 16 April 2026. Grammar schools require the Sutton selective eligibility test — register in Year 5. Apply through sutton.gov.uk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Sutton?
Wilson's School, Nonsuch High School for Girls and Sutton Grammar School are among the top selective schools in England. Greenshaw High School and Carshalton High School for Girls are well-regarded comprehensives.
How many grammar schools are in Sutton?
Sutton has four grammar schools: Wilson's School (boys), Nonsuch High School for Girls, Sutton Grammar School (boys) and Wallington High School for Girls. They are among the most competitive in London.
How competitive are grammar school places in Sutton?
Extremely competitive. Each grammar receives thousands of applications for around 120-180 places. Many applicants come from Croydon, Merton and Surrey. Wilson's School had over 1,600 applicants for 180 places.
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