Question 1

How do I find schools near a postcode?

Accepted Answer

Enter any UK postcode into the School Finder. You'll see nearby schools with their current Ofsted rating, school type (academy, maintained, free school), phase (primary, secondary), and distance — sourced from the Department for Education's GIAS register and Ofsted inspection data.

Question 2

Is the school finder free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The free tool shows nearby schools with Ofsted ratings and basic details. For full data including pupil counts, capacity, religious character, and detailed Ofsted domain ratings, the Education Intelligence API is available from 8 credits per call.

Question 3

How current are the Ofsted ratings?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted ratings are updated as new inspection reports are published. Ofsted inspects approximately 6,000 schools per year. The tool shows the last inspection date alongside each rating so you can see how recent it is.