Beit Shvidler Primary School
Edgware, HA8 8NX · Barnet · primary school
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46th of 84 primary schools in Barnet we can score, 92 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,587 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 7.6/10 nationally. 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| 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.
Beit Shvidler Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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
With 10 places currently spare, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? Since the inspection was recent, what specific actions have been taken to address the gap between the school’s and national performance in similar-intake comparisons?
What Ofsted said about Beit Shvidler Primary School
Overview
Beit Shvidler Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report describes the school as a “happy place” where pupils are safe, behave respectfully, and achieve high attainment in core subjects. Leaders and the governing body work together effectively to ensure pupils can learn and are supported well.
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic about learning, with “high attainment in reading, writing and mathematics” that exceeds national expectations.
- The curriculum is “broad and well-organised,” with knowledge “logically sequenced” to help pupils build on previous learning effectively.
- Staff make “effective adaptations” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), utilising external expertise to support their progress.
- The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils holding elected roles and volunteering to improve the school environment, such as managing the ‘Magical Reading Garden’.
- Personal development is comprehensive, including age-appropriate teaching on healthy relationships, online safety, and respect for different cultures.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure that “gaps in pupils’ knowledge are identified and specifically addressed,” as teaching is not always precisely focused to help struggling pupils catch up quickly.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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