The Annunciation RC Junior School
Edgware, HA8 9HQ · Barnet · primary school
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19th 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 — 8.8/10 against 2,240 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Annunciation RC Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 18.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 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
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Outstanding standards across all year groups?
What Ofsted said about The Annunciation RC Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “happy, welcoming and thoughtful,” with behaviour that is “exemplary.” Leaders provide “strong strategic direction,” ensuring the curriculum is “broad and ambitious” and well-prepared for the next stage of education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “logically sequenced,” helping all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to “know and remember more.”
- Teachers have “very strong” subject knowledge and use assessment effectively to “correct misconceptions quickly and effectively.”
- Reading is prioritised, with a “consistently” delivered phonics programme producing “accurate and fluent readers.”
- Pupils demonstrate “high levels of respect” and a “very strong culture of praise” supports excellent behaviour and attendance.
- Personal development is of “very high quality,” with pupils challenged to engage with diverse views and learn about “democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual tolerance and respect.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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