St Mary's CofE Primary School
London, N3 1BT · Barnet · primary school
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8th 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 — 9.3/10 against 4,088 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 25.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (9.3 out of 10 either way). The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the new inspection framework affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s CofE Primary School delivers a high-quality education where pupils achieve well above national averages in reading, writing, and mathematics. The report highlights an "ambitious, broad and balanced curriculum" and a nurturing environment that ensures pupils feel safe and are "very well prepared for the next stage of their education."
Strengths
- Leaders ensure pupils build "secure foundations in reading, writing and mathematics," resulting in sustained progress and outcomes above national averages.
- The curriculum is "sequenced with precision," with a clear priority on reading through systematic phonics and targeted vocabulary development.
- Inclusion is highly effective; staff provide "precise and well matched" support, enabling pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to make "consistently secure progress."
- Personal development is holistic, with pupils engaging in extensive enrichment opportunities and learning about "fundamental British Values, diversity and a range of perspectives."
- Staff feel "well supported" by leaders who prioritise professional development, workload, and wellbeing, fostering a positive culture.
Areas to improve
- The school should "consistently embed routines and expectations to promote pupils’ readiness for learning," as these are not yet fully consistent across the day.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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