Queenswell Junior School
London, N20 0NQ · Barnet · primary school
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70th 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 — 5.3/10 against 2,056 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queenswell Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 257 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 results slightly below the national median, what specific support is available for pupils who need to bridge that gap? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its designated places?
What Ofsted said about Queenswell Junior School
Overview
Queenswell Junior School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "caring and welcoming" culture where pupils experience a "strong sense of community." Leaders maintain high expectations for achievement, delivering an "ambitious curriculum" that progressively builds knowledge and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Staff know pupils well, fostering positive relationships and ensuring pupils are "safe and happy."
- The curriculum is designed to "progressively build important knowledge over time," with clear examples in subjects like religious education.
- Leaders place a "high priority on reading," ensuring books are matched to phonics sounds and pupils read daily.
- Behaviour management systems are "clear and consistently followed," resulting in rare low-level disruption.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of cultural and personal development opportunities, including residential trips and a school parliament.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must routinely check pupils’ understanding and address misconceptions systematically, as some pupils are not fully ready for future content.
- Staff need to check more precisely that pupils have a "secure understanding of key vocabulary" during reading lessons.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are well trained, vigilant, and timely in addressing referrals.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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