Summerside Primary Academy
London, N12 0QU · Barnet · primary school
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53rd 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 — 8.1/10 against 2,176 of them, against 6.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Summerside Primary Academy 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%. For the higher standard, the figure was 13.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 370 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Summerside Primary Academy
Overview
Summerside Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. Pupils thrive in a culture of kindness and responsibility, engaging enthusiastically in their learning and extra-curricular activities. Leaders set high expectations, and parents hold the school in high regard for its clear communication and care for children.
Strengths
- The curriculum is broad and balanced, with staff clearly understanding the knowledge and skills pupils build in each subject.
- Reading is well-embedded, with pupils accessing a rich range of books and receiving effective support to develop language skills.
- Provision for pupils with SEND is well-established, including very effective support for deaf pupils through ‘pre-teaching’ of vocabulary.
- Pupils are polite, excited about learning, and keen to showcase their knowledge, while unkind behaviour is dealt with properly.
- Attendance rates are rising and are now in line with the national average following targeted actions by leaders.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects, teaching does not check as carefully as it could that pupils understand and can remember what has been taught.
- The school should ensure teaching identifies gaps in knowledge or misconceptions and makes appropriate adaptations to support secure understanding.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 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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