Best Primary Schools in Barnet 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 91 schools across Barnet. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

32%

Outstanding rate

73.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

46.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Menorah Primary School for Girls Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
🥈	Monken Hadley CofE Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
🥉	Independent Jewish Day School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Courtland School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
5.	Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
6.	St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
7.	Monkfrith Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
8.	St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
9.	Hasmonean Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	Chalgrove Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
11.	St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
12.	St Catherine's RC School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
13.	St Agnes' Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
14.	St John's CofE Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	77	View school
15.	St Andrew's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, Totteridge Primary	Good	75	View school
16.	Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
17.	Beit Shvidler Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
18.	Trent CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
19.	Deansbrook Junior School Primary	Good	74	View school
20.	Brookland Junior School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Barnet?

There are 91 primary schools in Barnet, of which 29 (32%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Barnet?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Barnet is Menorah Primary School for Girls. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Barnet?

Primary and secondary school applications in Barnet are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Barnet council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Barnet?

32% of primary schools in Barnet are rated Outstanding and 62% are rated Good. 78.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.