Best secondary schools in Isles of Scilly (2026)
Isles of Scilly has 1 ranked secondary schools with published results. The top-ranked is The Five Islands Academy, in the top 23% in England. The average Attainment 8 here in 2025 was 48.7, against 46.1 for England. 0 are in England's top 10%, and 0 are rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Isles of Scilly has no grammar schools.
| Rank | School | Attainment 8 (2023–2025 average) | Attainment 8 2025 | Trend | Grade 5+ Eng & maths | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Top 23% in England |
The Five Islands Academy Hugh Town · Church of England |
51.6 | 48.7 | 46% | Good |
Questions
What is the best secondary school in Isles of Scilly?
On exam results over the last three years, The Five Islands Academy is the top-ranked secondary school in Isles of Scilly, in the top 23% of schools in England.
How are the schools ranked?
By published Department for Education exam results averaged over three years: for secondary schools, Attainment 8 plus a quarter of the share getting grade 5+ in English and maths; for primary schools, the share reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths plus half the share reaching the higher standard. The order uses the three-year average, so a school can rank above one with a higher single-year result. Schools with fewer than 10 pupils taking the tests are not ranked. Exam results are only part of the picture: visit, read the Ofsted report and check admissions rules, as living nearby does not guarantee a place.