Barham Primary School
Wembley, HA0 4RQ · Brent · primary school
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13th of 51 primary schools in Brent we can score, 59 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.5/10 against 4,224 of them, against 7.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 10.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join hockey, rugby, soccer, cricket, rounders, athletics, netball, and tennis teams. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 914 pupils against a stated capacity of 930. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are offered within the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Barham Primary School
Overview
Barham Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils are described as “safe, happy and kind,” demonstrating “impeccable manners” and embodying the school’s values. The school continues to deliver a broad curriculum with high expectations, ensuring pupils are well prepared for their next stage of education.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “broad and ambitious curriculum” where staff use subject knowledge to develop key vocabulary and communication skills.
- Reading and mathematics foundations are strong, with teachers suitably trained in phonics and effective support provided for those needing to catch up.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well through targeted staff training and adjusted teaching.
- Children in early years get off to a “brilliant start” in an inviting space that encourages curiosity, independence, and risk-taking.
- The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including clubs and forest school, fostering leadership and personal development.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, important concepts are not taught securely enough, meaning some pupils struggle to integrate new knowledge and deepen their understanding.
- Revised behaviour policies for informal times, such as break and lunchtimes, are not consistently applied, leading to unclear expectations for some pupils.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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