Best schools in Pembrokeshire: how they compare

Pembrokeshire has 69 open schools - 52 primary and 5 secondary among them - teaching about 16,687 pupils. 29% teach through Welsh or in both languages, and 3 are in Estyn follow-up. Here is every school side by side, with what Estyn found when it last visited.

Why there is no league table in Wales

Wales stopped publishing school performance tables, and since September 2022 Estyn, the schools inspectorate, no longer sums a school up in one word like "Excellent" or "Good". Each report describes what pupils learn, how well they are taught and what the school should do next. So a ranking of the best schools in Pembrokeshire would rest on someone's opinion, not published data. What you can compare is set out below: whether Estyn has asked a school to improve, what its latest report says, the language your child would be taught in, and the kind of intake each school has.

Estyn follow-up

3 of 69 schools are in follow-up; Estyn returns to check their progress.

No follow-up62 (90%)
Special measures3 (4%)
No report on file4 (6%)

Source: Estyn inspection reports

Language of teaching

29% Welsh-medium or dual language in Pembrokeshire, against 30% across Wales.

Welsh-medium17 (25%)
Dual language3 (4%)
English-medium40 (58%)
Not recorded9 (13%)

Source: Welsh Government school data

Schools by stage in Pembrokeshire

Click a stage to filter the list below.

Primary52
Middle3
Secondary5
Special1

Pembrokeshire against Wales

The typical (median) school in the council, set against the typical school in Wales.

PembrokeshireWales

Pupils eligible for free meals (3-year): 15.5%
18.6%
Pupils with additional learning needs: 7.9%
8.1%
Budget per pupil: £5,739
£5,801

Source: Welsh Government school census 2025/26 and school budgets 2026-27

What the numbers say about schools in Pembrokeshire

At the typical school in Pembrokeshire, 15.5% of pupils have been eligible for free school meals over the last three years, 3.1 points below the Welsh figure. Every primary pupil in Wales now gets a free lunch, so this measures eligibility, the usual guide to how disadvantaged an intake is. 7.9% of pupils at the typical school have additional learning needs (close to the Welsh figure). Schools here receive about £5,739 per pupil, close to the Welsh figure. Pupil numbers have fallen by 3.5% since 2020/21, which can mean spare places at some schools and pressure on budgets. The largest school is Haverfordwest High VC School, with 1,764 pupils.

None of these figures tells you whether a school is good. A school with a more disadvantaged intake can be doing outstanding work, and a small rural school with a high budget per pupil is often simply small. Use them to understand the setting, then read what Estyn wrote.

Every school in Pembrokeshire

Schools not in Estyn follow-up first, then the most recently inspected. This is not a ranking by quality.

69 of 69 schools shown

St Marks V.A.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales111 pupils39.1% free meals
No follow-up
"St Mark's Church in Wales Voluntary Aided Primary School provides a caring and inclusive environment where positive relationships are central to its work." Estyn, June 2026
Ysgol Ger y Llan V.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-mediumChurch in Wales83 pupils11.9% free meals
No follow-up
"The school is a happy and caring haven where everyone feels safe and that they are treated fairly." Estyn, June 2026
Gelliswick Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Milford HavenPrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales487 pupils28.9% free meals
No follow-up
"Gelliswick Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a caring, inclusive school where pupils and their families are at the heart of school life." Estyn, June 2026
Roch C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium118 pupils6.5% free meals
No follow-up
"The school is a close community where pupils feel safe and well supported." Estyn, May 2026
Brynconin CP
Sir BenfroPrimaryWelsh-medium74 pupils20.4% free meals
No follow-up
"The school is a caring and welcoming community where pupils feel safe and benefit from positive relationships with staff and their peers." Estyn, May 2026
Y.G. Maenclochog
Sir BenfroPrimaryWelsh-medium88 pupils9.8% free meals
No follow-up
"The school is a caring and welcoming community where pupils feel safe and benefit from positive relationships with staff and their peers." Estyn, May 2026
Saundersfoot C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium157 pupils8.4% free meals
No follow-up
"The school is an inclusive and nurturing community where pupils feel valued and supported." Estyn, March 2026
Narberth CP School
PembrokeshirePrimaryDual language279 pupils6.4% free meals
No follow-up
"Narberth Community Primary School is a happy, nurturing, bilingual learning community where nearly all pupils, including those with additional learning needs and those from low- income households, make strong progress in developing their skills." Estyn, March 2026
Prendergast Community School
HaverfordwestPrimaryEnglish-medium400 pupils16.4% free meals
No follow-up
"Prendergast Community School is an inclusive, supportive community with a strong safeguarding culture." Estyn, March 2026
Redhill Preparatory School
PembrokeshireNot recorded
No follow-up
"Redhill Preparatory School provides a warm, lively and inclusive learning environment." Estyn, November 2025
Ysgol Bro Preseli
CrymychMiddleWelsh-mediumNot available955 pupils7.2% free meals
No follow-up
"Ysgol Bro Preseli is a happy, proud and friendly community where staff and pupils enjoy learning in each other’s company." Estyn, October 2025
Redhill High School
ClunderwenNot recorded
No follow-up
Pembroke Dock CP School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium606 pupils23.0% free meals
No follow-up
"Pembroke Dock Community Primary School is an inspiring and welcoming place where pupils thrive." Estyn, June 2025
Puncheston CP
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium76 pupils13.0% free meals
No follow-up
"There is caring and robust leadership at the heart of Puncheston School which creates a warm atmosphere, where all pupils are welcomed and valued." Estyn, June 2025
Ysgol Llanychllwydog
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium29 pupils
No follow-up
"There is caring and robust leadership at the heart of Ysgol Llanychllwydog which creates a warm atmosphere, where all pupils are welcomed and valued." Estyn, June 2025
Tavernspite C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium213 pupils5.9% free meals
No follow-up
"Tavernspite Primary School is part of a well-established federation with nearby Templeton Primary School." Estyn, March 2025
Templeton C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium126 pupils5.6% free meals
No follow-up
"Templeton Primary School is part of a well-established federation with nearby Tavernspite Primary School." Estyn, March 2025
Coastlands County Primary
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium106 pupils7.0% free meals
No follow-up
"Coastlands County Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school where most pupils make strong progress." Estyn, November 2024
Lamphey C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium164 pupils5.9% free meals
No follow-up
"Leaders, governors and staff at Lamphey Primary School share a clear and successful vision for a highly inclusive school that values all members of the school community." Estyn, November 2024
Tenby Church In Wales Voluntary Controlled School
TenbyPrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales225 pupils13.5% free meals
No follow-up
"Tenby Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled School is a happy, nurturing and inclusive school where a focus on values underpins its work." Estyn, November 2024
Stepaside C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium110 pupils32.3% free meals
No follow-up
"Stepaside C.P. school is a happy place where pupils feel safe and are eager to learn." Estyn, June 2024
Cosheston V.C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales60 pupils16.4% free meals
No follow-up
"Cosheston V.C. Primary School is at the heart of its small rural community." Estyn, June 2024
Birribi Education
HaverfordwestNot recorded
No follow-up
Waldo Williams Primary School
HaverfordwestPrimaryEnglish-medium208 pupils23.1% free meals
No follow-up
"Waldo Williams Primary School is a highly inclusive community driven by a clear sense of purpose and vision." Estyn, June 2024
Monkton Priory CP School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium196 pupils48.7% free meals
No follow-up
"Monkton Priory Community Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school that has high aspirations for its pupils." Estyn, May 2024
Wolfscastle CP
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium45 pupils
No follow-up
"Wolfscastle C.P. School is a happy and friendly community." Estyn, February 2024
Broad Haven C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium98 pupils
No follow-up
"Broad Haven C.P. School is a caring and inclusive school where pupils feel respected and safe." Estyn, February 2024
The Greenhill School
PembrokeshireSecondaryEnglish-medium912 pupils11.6% free meals
No follow-up
"Under the supportive leadership of the headteacher, staff at Ysgol Greenhill work together effectively to secure a happy and respectful learning community." Estyn, January 2024
Manorbier V.C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales25 pupils
No follow-up
"The headteacher, staff and governors are committed to placing the school at the heart of the community." Estyn, December 2023
Ysgol Clydau
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium23 pupils
No follow-up
"Ysgol Clydau is a happy, caring and welcoming community." Estyn, September 2023
Spittal V.C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales105 pupils10.3% free meals
No follow-up
"Spittal Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a caring school, which encourages pupils to be happy and enjoy school, whilst learning in a warm and inclusive environment." Estyn, July 2023
St Oswalds CIW Voluntary Aided School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales135 pupils
No follow-up
"St Oswald’s Voluntary Aided Primary School is a nurturing place for pupils, staff and visitors." Estyn, June 2023
Hook C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium68 pupils9.2% free meals
No follow-up
"Leaders and staff at Hook County Primary School work with dedication to create a positive and caring environment where pupils are valued, and families feel part of the learning community." Estyn, April 2023
Mary Immaculate V.R.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumRoman Catholic199 pupils11.4% free meals
No follow-up
"Mary Immaculate Catholic Primary School has a wonderfully caring and nurturing ethos underpinned by strong values and virtues." Estyn, March 2023
Neyland Primary School
Milford HavenPrimaryEnglish-medium302 pupils18.2% free meals
No follow-up
"Neyland Community School is a vibrant and inclusive place where pupils, staff and families feel welcome and supported." Estyn, March 2023
St Aidans V.A.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales69 pupils
No follow-up
"St Aidan’s Church in Wales VA School is a friendly and caring school, which promotes an inclusive ethos successfully." Estyn, March 2023
Ysgol Caer Elen
HaverfordwestMiddleWelsh-medium964 pupils9.7% free meals
No follow-up
"Ysgol Caer Elen is a caring, inclusive Welsh community in which pupils are given valuable opportunities to develop to become principled individuals and learn about their ‘cynefin’ and local culture." Estyn, February 2023
Holy Name V.R.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumRoman Catholic118 pupils8.6% free meals
No follow-up
"Holy Name Primary School is a caring, nurturing organisation that places a high priority on the well-being of its pupils and staff." Estyn, January 2023
Milford Haven Community Primary School
Milford HavenPrimaryEnglish-medium487 pupils33.0% free meals
No follow-up
"Most pupils in Milford Haven Primary School behave well." Estyn, November 2022
Ysgol Gynradd Eglwyswrw
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium91 pupils
No follow-up
"Ysgol Eglwyswrw is a very happy, inclusive and welcoming community that places a strong emphasis on celebrating Welshness and respecting others." Estyn, October 2022
Ysgol yr Eglwys yng Nghymru Penrhyn Dewi
HwlfforddMiddleEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales624 pupils12.1% free meals
No follow-up
"Ysgol yr Eglwys yng Nhgymru Penrhyn Dewi VA has a caring and supporting ethos and a clear focus on the personal development and well-being of its pupils and staff." Estyn, October 2022
Penrhyn Church in Wales Voluntary Controlled School
PembrokePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales74 pupils
No follow-up
"In a very short space of time, the executive headteacher has worked diligently with the school’s governing body and the local authority to develop a positive culture of teamwork amongst the staff and the local community." Estyn, September 2022
Ysgol Gynradd Sirol Wdig
Sir BenfroPrimaryWelsh-medium115 pupils20.8% free meals
No follow-up
"Pupils enjoy their time at the school greatly." Estyn, June 2022
Cilgerran V.C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-mediumChurch in Wales108 pupils9.3% free meals
No follow-up
Cleddau Reach VC School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales223 pupils5.8% free meals
No follow-up
Fenton C.P
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium315 pupils31.9% free meals
No follow-up
Haverfordwest High VC School
HaverfordwestSecondaryEnglish-medium1,764 pupils16.9% free meals
No follow-up
Johnston C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium250 pupils18.4% free meals
No follow-up
Landsker Education
NarberthNot recorded
No follow-up
Pennar Community School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium204 pupils23.9% free meals
No follow-up
Portfield School
PembrokeshireSpecialNot recorded187 pupils
No follow-up
Sageston C.P. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-medium121 pupils7.6% free meals
No follow-up
St Dogmaels
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium80 pupils
No follow-up
St Florence V.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumChurch in Wales69 pupils15.7% free meals
No follow-up
St Francis V.R.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumRoman Catholic136 pupils23.2% free meals
No follow-up
St Teilos V.R.C. School
PembrokeshirePrimaryEnglish-mediumRoman Catholic83 pupils16.5% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Bro Gwaun
PembrokeshireSecondaryDual language610 pupils16.1% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Bro Ingli
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium104 pupils25.8% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Gelli Aur Golden Grove
PembrokePrimaryEnglish-medium259 pupils17.2% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Glannau Gwaun
FishguardPrimaryDual language260 pupils32.8% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Gymunedol Croesgoch
PembrokeshirePrimaryWelsh-medium107 pupils8.5% free meals
No follow-up
Ysgol Hafan Y Mor
TenbyPrimaryWelsh-medium215 pupils7.3% free meals
No follow-up
Castle School
NarberthNot recorded
No report on file
Marlowe St David's Education Unit
PembrokeshireNot recorded
No report on file
Ty Cariad
Milford HavenNot recorded
No report on file
Ysgol Bro Penfro
PembrokePrimaryWelsh-mediumNot available164 pupils15.2% free meals
No report on file
Ysgol Harri Tudur/Henry Tudor School
PembrokeshireSecondaryEnglish-medium1,144 pupils23.9% free meals
Special measures
"Leaders and staff at Ysgol Harri Tudur strive to provide pupils with a caring environment where every individual is valued and is encouraged to succeed." Estyn, December 2025
Milford Haven School
PembrokeshireSecondaryEnglish-medium959 pupils22.9% free meals
Special measures
"Milford Haven School is a caring and inclusive community." Estyn, November 2025
Pembrokeshire Pupil Referral Service
PembrokeshireNot recorded
Special measures
"Leaders at Pembrokeshire Learning Centre articulate a clear vision prioritising pupils’ well- being, underpinned by a trauma-informed approach." Estyn, November 2025

Choosing and applying for a school in Pembrokeshire

Start with Estyn. Its report on each school is short, plain and recent, and the recommendations at the end tell you what the inspectors want to see improve. A school in special measures or in need of significant improvement is being revisited, and some turn round quickly, so check the date and read what has changed. Then visit: an hour in a school tells you more about how it feels than any figure.

Decide early whether you want Welsh-medium education. Every school in Wales teaches Welsh to 16, but a Welsh-medium school teaches most lessons through Welsh, and children from English-speaking homes join from nursery and reception every year. Moving between the two later is harder, so the choice usually matters most at the start of primary school.

Applications for community schools go to Pembrokeshire council, not the school; voluntary aided church schools can run their own admissions, so check each one. Welsh councils set their own closing dates and most give priority to children living in a school's catchment area, so check which catchment your address falls in before you rank your choices. If you are applying for a secondary place, look at the feeder primaries too: many Pembrokeshire secondaries take most of their pupils from a named group of primary schools.

Questions parents ask about schools in Pembrokeshire

How many schools are there in Pembrokeshire?

Pembrokeshire has 69 open schools on School Signal, including 52 primary and 5 secondary schools, teaching about 16,687 pupils (school census 2025/26).

Which schools in Pembrokeshire are in Estyn follow-up?

3 schools are in Estyn follow-up: Ysgol Harri Tudur/Henry Tudor School (special measures), Milford Haven School (special measures), Pembrokeshire Pupil Referral Service (special measures). Follow-up means Estyn returns to check progress; it is worth reading the report before ruling a school in or out.

How many Welsh-medium schools are there in Pembrokeshire?

17 schools in Pembrokeshire teach mainly through Welsh and 3 teach in both languages - 29% of the council's schools, against 30% across Wales. You don't need to speak Welsh at home for your child to attend one.

Is there a school league table for Pembrokeshire?

No. Wales stopped publishing school league tables and Estyn no longer gives schools an overall grade, so any "top ten" list for Pembrokeshire is someone's own judgement. Compare Estyn's reports, the language of teaching and how far you are from each school instead.

Sources: Estyn inspection reports (Crown copyright, quoted with acknowledgement); Welsh Government school census and school budget data, Open Government Licence v3.0.