Several secondary schools in the Midlands have earned recognition as some of the finest in the UK, securing places within the coveted top 50 list nationwide.
These elite schools are renowned for their academic excellence, attracting high-achieving pupils and fostering competitive admissions processes driven by parents eager to provide the best education for their children.
Unsurprisingly, the schools reaching these rankings are primarily grammar or fee-paying private institutions with strong reputations, often drawing students from affluent backgrounds.
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The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026, acknowledged as the definitive ranking of the UK’s top schools, featured these Midlands schools among its highest scorers.
Leading the region is King Edward VI School in Stratford-upon-Avon, which earned the distinction of being the best in the Midlands and ranked an impressive 12th nationally. Notably, this historic school counts William Shakespeare among its illustrious alumni.
King Edward VI School also achieved an outstanding Ofsted rating in all areas during its most recent inspection in November 2021—a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality education.
In addition to Stratford’s King Edward VI, two other King Edward VI schools also ranked within the Midlands' top four.
Other Midlands schools featured in the national top 50 include [list schools if available].
Honourable mentions go to King Edward VI Five Ways School in Birmingham and Wolverhampton Girls' High School, which narrowly missed the top 50, placing 54th and 61st respectively.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide remains a vital resource for parents seeking the very best educational opportunities for their children across the UK.