Education in Stafford is managed by Staffordshire County Council and features a mix of high-performing primary, secondary, and higher education institutions.
* **Literacy Rate**: Aligns with the United Kingdom national average of approximately 99%. * **Secondary Education**: Stafford is served by several well-regarded secondary schools, including King Edward VI High School, Sir Graham Balfour School, Weston Road Academy, and Blessed William Howard Catholic School. Many hold "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted ratings. * **Higher Education**: Stafford is home to a campus of **Staffordshire University**, focusing on nursing, midwifery, and allied health courses (the Center of Excellence in Healthcare Education). * **Further Education**: **Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) - Stafford College** is a leading further education provider in the area, offering A-Levels, T-Levels, vocational courses, and apprenticeships. It is recognized as an "Outstanding" provider by Ofsted. * **Graduation Rates**: The borough consistently performs at or slightly above the national average for GCSE and A-Level attainment.