St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
London, N3 2TD · Barnet · primary school
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64th 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 — 5.3/10 against 3,495 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, cooking, dance, art, and chess clubs, as well as football and multi-sports. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Design Fusion Art Club?
What Ofsted said about St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "nurturing and welcoming" environment where pupils "flourish" and feel safe. The report highlights a "broad and ambitious" curriculum that is well sequenced, supported by staff who maintain "very high expectations" for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils are "safe and happy," benefiting from strong relationships with staff and a culture where "everyone matters and is treated equally."
- The curriculum is "well sequenced," ensuring new learning builds effectively on prior knowledge, particularly in core subjects like mathematics.
- Reading is a high priority; staff are "well trained to teach phonics with confidence," and pupils enjoy a "diverse range of books."
- Behaviour is strong, with pupils showing "kindness and respect," while bullying is described as "very rare" and dealt with swiftly.
- Staff receive "excellent support and high-quality training," and leaders have carefully considered workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, recent curriculum changes are still becoming embedded, meaning gaps in pupils’ prior knowledge are not always identified swiftly.
- Assessment in these specific subjects is sometimes used "less precisely," resulting in misconceptions not being addressed as quickly as in other areas.
Safeguarding
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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