Church Hill School
Barnet, EN4 8NN · Barnet · primary school
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47th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.8/10 against 4,063 of them, against 7.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 41% | 2.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.97 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Church Hill School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% 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 (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 181 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 are working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Church Hill School
Overview
Church Hill School is described as a "happy school where everyone is welcomed and feels included," with pupils who are "polite and well behaved." Leaders maintain an "ambitious curriculum" that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs, to succeed academically and socially. The report confirms the school continues to be a good school, noting that staff work as a "strong, supportive team" and governors are "knowledgeable, committed and determined."
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a "wide range of creative and sports activities" and take pride in wider responsibilities such as school councillor roles.
- The curriculum is "clearly sequenced," particularly in mathematics and religious education, helping pupils build on prior knowledge.
- Staff have "high expectations for pupils’ behaviour," creating an environment where children "work and play very happily together."
- Leaders ensure pupils with special educational needs are "identified early and are supported effectively" through close collaboration with external agencies.
- Staff feel valued, describing the team as a "family" and noting that leaders are "mindful of their well-being."
Areas to improve
- Some guided reading sessions are "not well organised" and lack suitable ambition, meaning some pupils do not make the progress of which they are capable.
- Systems to check pupils’ understanding of subject-specific vocabulary are at an "early stage of development" and require refinement to ensure consistent year-on-year progress.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders maintaining "meticulous record-keeping" to link concerns and take appropriate action.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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