Best places for schools in Berkshire
Berkshire’s 6 areas ranked by schools rated good or outstanding — best areas for schools. Every figure from Get Information About Schools (GIAS) + Ofsted inspections MI, 2026. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Schools rated Good or Outstanding (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bracknell Forest | 100.0% |
| 2 | Reading | 93.1% |
| 3 | Wokingham | 92.9% |
| 4 | Slough | 89.5% |
| 5 | Windsor and Maidenhead | 85.7% |
| 6 | West Berkshire | 80.6% |
Source: Get Information About Schools (GIAS) + Ofsted inspections MI · 2026. Ranked highest first.
Other Berkshire rankings
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