Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre
London, NW7 3HS · Barnet · primary school
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55th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 2,311 of them, against 6.4/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Tea Club, Art Club, Bollywood Dance Club, Drama Club, Dance Squad, Choir, Chess Club, and French Ambassadors. Sports include Multi-Sports, Basketball, Gymnastics, and Football. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 254 pupils against a stated capacity of 277. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre
Overview
Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre continues to be a good school, fostering a united community where leaders work hard to support parents and carers. Pupils are described as happy, polite, and caring, with strong relationships between staff and families contributing to a safe and supportive environment. The school prioritises language development and ensures pupils learn well across a broad curriculum, though some adjustments to task difficulty are required.
Strengths
- Leaders have carefully planned the reading curriculum, ensuring pupils learn to read fluently through well-trained teachers and matched books.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported because staff understand their specific needs and provide effective extra help.
- Behaviour is excellent, with bullying being rare and leaders dealing with any incidents effectively; low-level disruption is prevented through quick staff action.
- The school offers rich opportunities for personal development, including leadership roles, clubs, and a newly developed Forest School.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders, who help manage workload and have prioritised the right areas for improvement.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that work provided is matched precisely to what pupils need to know and remember, as some tasks are currently too difficult or lack focus.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to spot signs of risk and refer concerns to appropriate agencies swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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
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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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