Recognised as the definitive ranking of the UK’s top primary and secondary state and independent schools, this guide remains an essential resource for parents seeking the very best in education for their children. 

The guide includes a fully searchable national database of more than 2,000 schools by name, local authority, town and postcode. As well as an assessment of academic results on a school-by-school basis, Parent Power enables parents to compare the performance of a given school with other schools in the same area, local authority or nationally. 

Helen Davies, editor of The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide, said:

“The educational landscape is testing – budget challenges, rising student mental health issues, special educational needs and an increasingly uncertain future. But there is also so much to celebrate from the dedication of teachers who are finding ever more innovative and impactful ways to enrich their students and give them the very best start in life. 

“As well as celebrating the academic excellence of the top schools it is uplifting to see how they are shaping their students to be ready for the 21st century, and instilling a lifelong love of learning.”

Jim Smith, Headteacher of Silverdale School, said:

“I am incredibly proud of our staff and students at Silverdale. To remain in the Top 10 Secondary Schools in the North in this year’s Times Parent Power Guide, for both Top 10 Secondaries and Top 10 Comprehensive Secondaries, is an outstanding achievement.”

“Silverdale is about developing the whole student, and academic achievement is a huge part of that journey. Our students are talented, ambitious, and committed, and they are supported every day by dedicated staff who help them be the very best they can be. This recognition reflects the collective hard work, belief, and high standards that define Silverdale.”