Schools in Cowes
4 open schools recorded with this town address, ranked by their latest Ofsted signal. How the signal works — three inspection systems currently coexist, so treat it as a guide, not a verdict.
Secondary (1)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy Academy sponsor led | Good — confirmed 2023 · previous system | 11–19 | Usually has places available (2026 entry) |
Primary (3)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Primary School Academy converter | Good (2024) · previous system | 5–11 | Usually has places available (2026 entry) |
| Gurnard Primary School Community school | No overall grade (2025) | 4–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
| Lanesend Primary School Academy converter | No overall grade (2025) | 4–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
“Demand” is first-choice applications against places at the latest entry year — admission criteria, not demand, decide offers. Data: DfE & Ofsted open data (OGL v3) — sources.