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Primary Education Guide 2017 PDF
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Foreword
Barnet has a diverse range of primary schools that
provide an excellent education. Children make excellent
progress in acquiring the skills they will need in the
future and achieve some of the best test results in the
country. Barnet’s primary schools also offer children a
wide range of other activities in sport, music or drama
to ensure they receive a broad and rich education.
Starting school is an exciting time for both parents Many schools also have open days when parents can
and children. It is also a critically important step visit the school to see the work that is being done by
in the lives of our children and this booklet is both staff and pupils. Please contact any school you
designed to give parents all the information they are interested in to see if they have a day arranged.
need about primary schools in Barnet and the
I hope you find this booklet helpful and I wish your
admissions process.
child every success in their education in Barnet.
While the booklet will be of particular interest
Councillor Reuben Thompstone
to those parents whose children are due to start
Chairman of the Children, Education, Libraries
in the reception year of a primary school in the year
and Safeguarding Committee
beginning September 2017, it also contains useful
information for older children who may have moved
into the area or who wish to change school for
other reasons.
Contents
Foreword 3 Community schools 18
Barnfield 23
Welcome! 6 Bell Lane Primary School & Children’s Centre 23
Brookland Infant 24
Reception timetable 7 Brookland Junior 24
Brunswick Park 25
Chalgrove 25
Co-ordinated admissions 7
Childs Hill 26
Church Hill 26
Choosing a school 8 Colindale 27
Coppetts Wood 27
Completing your Courtland 28
application form 10 Cromer Road 28
Danegrove 29
Barnet Schools 17 Deansbrook Infant 29
Dollis Infant 30
Edgware Primary 30
Fairway Primary School and Children’s Centre 31
Foulds 31
Frith Manor 32
Garden Suburb Infant 32
Garden Suburb Junior 33
Goldbeaters 33
Holly Park 34
Livingstone Primary
and Nursery School 34
Manorside 35
Martin Primary 35
Monkfrith 36
Moss Hall Infant 36
Moss Hall Junior 37
Northside 37
Orion (The) 38
Queenswell Infant & Nursery 38
Queenswell Junior 39
Summerside 39
Sunnyfields 40
Tudor 40
Underhill Primary 41
Wessex Gardens 41
Whitings Hill 42
Woodcroft 42
Woodridge 43
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Welcome!
If your child was born between 1 September 2012 and
31 August 2013, you will need to apply for a Reception
class place for the school year beginning September 2017.
About this booklet Educational Needs. For more information contact
SENadmin@barnet.gov.uk
This booklet will help you understand the admissions
process when your child starts school in a
Reception class Deferred Entry
• parents of children below compulsory school age
In this booklet we explain:
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• what happens if we cannot offer your child a place • if entry is deferred until after the start of the
at a school you have chosen. summer term, you will need to reapply for a
school place for the next academic year
In this booklet you will also find:
• if entry is deferred until the following September
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Reception timetable
Date What happens?
Visit schools
From 1 September 2016
Decide which schools you want to apply to
Closing date for applications
15 January 2017 Deadline for the return of Supplementary Information Forms
to voluntary aided and foundation schools
29 May – September 2017 Further offers from waiting lists as vacancies occur
Co-ordinated admissions
All London boroughs work together on the Reception How the scheme works
class admissions process and this is known as the
As part of the scheme:
Pan-London co‑ordinated admissions scheme.
• parents can apply for up to six schools
• the application is forwarded to the local authority
where you live
• a computerised system is used to exchange
information about Barnet residents applying for
schools outside the borough, and equally other
boroughs can tell us about their residents wishing
to apply to Barnet schools
• if a school is oversubscribed, its published
admissions criteria is used to decide who should
be offered a place
• the scheme makes sure that no child is offered
more than one school place
• you will get the result of your application in the
evening of 18 April 2017
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Choosing a school
Before you make your application:
...talk
to the headteachers,
staff, pupils
and parents
Find out
what they think
and involve
them as much
Talk to as you can
your child ...look at
exam results
and Ofsted
reports
Consider how
your child will get
to school...
Think about
how realistic your
choice is
by bus, walking,
cycling
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available
from the school
Read the
school
prospectus...
Talk to the
Admissions
Team...
we can give
you advice
and answer your
questions
Do your
research...
Don’t listen
to gossip...
Most schools
get more
applications than ...what’s right
they have places for other
available so... children may not
...look at the …check to see be the same for
admissions if you live in the your child
criteria and the priority area for
cut off distance your preferred
for each school community school
issi
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The following information will help you • a recent (within 3 months) utility bill
to complete your application • your most recent rent, mortgage statement or
tenancy agreement.
Your child’s address
If your address has changed in the last two years,
The address that we will use to process your child’s
we may ask you for further proof that your current
application will be the child’s permanent address
address is your permanent home address.
and cannot be a relative’s, childminder’s or business
address. We will not use a temporary address if you
Change of address**
still possess a property that was previously used as
a home address; nor will we accept a temporary If your address changes between now and September
address that is used solely or mainly to obtain a 2017 you must notify the Admissions Team. We will
school place. require proof of change of address from you.
• the council tax is in a different name than the • a utility bill for the property purchased.
applicant’s. If you have moved from one rented property
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We will not accept applications from parents who to another, we will need to see all of the following:
reside overseas in advance of a planned move • copy of termination of tenancy agreement on the
to Barnet, or from parents already residing in the UK previous property
if the child is still living abroad. The only exception • closing utility account for the previous property
is in the case of UK service personnel or other
• copy of tenancy agreement on the
Crown Servants.
current property
of the following documents to your application (or • if you are not liable for Council Tax or utilities you
at least two documents if you cannot provide your will need to provide offical evidence that you are
council tax reference number): resident at that address (for example, driving
license, child’s medical card or child benefit letter).
• tax credit documentation
• a recent bank statement showing Child Benefit Where you are moving between two properties
payments that you own, you will need to supply the
Council Tax reference number for your residence
* We reserve the right to request confirmation of any address if we feel it is
appropriate. We will also refer to any publicly available information, such as the
electoral roll, where this is relevant. ** Changes of address can only be accepted once they have taken place
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and documentation detailing the use of the • your ranking does not affect your child’s eligibility
other property. for a place at any school
If your circumstances differ from these situations, • you should include details of any sibling (brother
contact the School Admissions Customer Service or sister) who will be attending any of the schools
Team to discuss your individual situation on you have listed, in most cases the sibling must
tel: 020 8359 7651. still be attending the school in September 2017
(please check the oversubscription criteria for the
If this information cannot be provided, the council individual schools)
won’t be able to accept the new address and will
• if there are any exceptional medical or social
continue to use the original address provided.
reasons why you want your child to attend a
Where there is a change of address during the school, please state this on your application
application process, the change must have occurred and provide supporting documents (however,
by 9 February 2017 and the appropriate proof please be aware that many schools do not have
provided to the Admissions Team in order for the an exceptional medical/social need category
change to be considered in the initial allocation of and you are advised to read the school’s
school places. If the change of address takes place published admission criteria to find out which
after 9 February 2017, the new address will be taken criterion your child’s application will be considered
into account for the second round of offers only. under)
Please contact the School Admissions Customer • it is a good idea to list the community school
Service Team for advice if you will be changing your in the priority area where you live, a map of
address between 10 February and 18 April 2017. each school’s priority area can be viewed at
www.barnet.gov.uk/schools-and-education.
Parents who live separately
When parents live separately, the application must Changing your preferences
be based on the address at which the child usually 6 Please note if you want to make changes to your list
lives and from which s/he attends nursery school. of schools:
When parents live separately but the child lives with
• you can change the preferences at any time
both parents at different addresses, the child’s home
up until 15 January 2017 on your ‘My school
address will be taken to be the address where the
admissions’ page
child lives for most of the week. If the child spends an
equal amount of time with each parent, the address • you cannot change your preferences
will usually be taken to be that of the main parent/ after 15 January 2017 unless there are
carer eligible to receive Child Benefit and Child exceptional circumstances.
Tax Credit.
‘Looked after’ children and previously
School preferences ‘looked after’ children
Please remember that:
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7 ‘Looked after’ children and previously ‘looked after’
children are given the highest priority for a school
• you may list up to six schools in the order you
place and are defined as:
prefer them
• children in the care of a local authority, i.e.
• the preference order is very important, think
fostered or living in a children’s home
carefully about this as only one offer can be made
• children who have left care through adoption,
• you can include schools within or outside Barnet
a child arrangements order or a special
• there is no advantage to listing only one school
guardianship order.
• all applications are processed as though they
were equally preferred
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Important – please see glossary on page 97 for Remember – if you are unable to scan a document
definitions of ‘looked after’ children and previously you can attach a photo of it.
‘looked after’ children.
Late applications
If you are a foster carer looking after a child in care,
If we receive your application after 15 January then
you must provide a letter from the child’s social worker
your application will be late. Late applications will
confirming the child’s status as a ‘looked after’ child.
not be considered until we have allocated school
If you have adopted a child you must provide the places for the applications that were received on time
Certificate of Adoption as well as evidence that the and you will not get the outcome of your application
child was ‘looked after’ before the adoption. on 18 April. This could reduce your chances of getting
a place at the school you want and you may be
Please note that children adopted from overseas are
allocated an alternative school in the second round
not classified as having been previously ‘looked after’.
of offers. However, if there is a good reason why you
Children with special educational needs could not return your application by 15 January, it
may be considered as ‘on-time’ if it is received by
Your preferred school will be consulted separately
9 February 2017 at the latest and the reason for
about its ability to meet your child’s particular needs.
the lateness is explained in writing and supporting
Following the consultation, the finalised Education,
documents are provided.
Health and Care Plan will name the school that your
child will be expected to attend. The deadline for receipt of applications to be
considered for the second round is 2 May 2017.
Please visit www.barnet.gov.uk/SEN for
further information.
Fair access and sharing information
Submitting your application The information you provide will be used in line with
the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998.
Once you have completed your application you
Barnet Council has a duty to protect the public
need to check that all the details are correct, read
funds it administers and may use the information
and accept the declaration and select the ‘Submit
you have provided for the prevention and detection
application’ button at the bottom of the page.
of crime. We may also share information with other
The closing date for applications is council departments or external organisations in order
Sunday 15 January 2017. to undertake our functions as a local authority.
We will always comply with the requirements of the
If, after you have submitted your form, you
Data Protection Act 1998 and never give information
decide that you will no longer need a place for
about you to anyone else, or use information for
your child, you should let the Admissions Team
another purpose unless the law allows us. If you want
know as soon as possible by sending an email
to know more about how your information is used visit
to school.admissions@barnet.gov.uk.
www.barnet.gov.uk/privacy.
Attaching documents The people who may receive this information are:
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Once you have submitted your application you • the current nursery school
will be able to attach your supporting documents.
• the school to which the child is to be admitted
Please ensure that you know where you have saved
• other Admission Authorities so as to ensure that
the document on your computer. The document
parents have provided consistent information.
should be in JPG or PDF format and no bigger than
5 MB. You will find full instructions in the guidance
notes on your ‘My school admissions’ page or you
can call the School Admissions Customer Service
Team for advice.
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How places will be allocated renting a property near to a popular school. Each year
a small number of parents try to get a school place by
When all the on-time applications have been
providing false information, which could result in them
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• the Admissions Team will co-ordinate all the • the offer was made in error
offers and exchange information with other • the offer was made on the basis of fraudulent or
local authorities intentionally misleading information
• if your child can be offered more than one • the offer was made on the basis of information
school, we will offer the school you have ranked that cannot be corroborated to the satisfaction
the highest of the Admissions Team or later proves
• lower preferences are automatically withdrawn at to be inaccurate
this stage • the applicant has not responded within a
• all withdrawn preferences will be offered on reasonable period of time.
to other children If your child’s place is withdrawn you have the right of
• no child will be offered more than one place appeal against this decision.
• if we are unable to offer a place at any of the
schools you have chosen we will, if possible, National Offer day – 18 April 2017
allocate your child a place at an alternative school. • you will receive an email with the outcome of your
application during the evening of 18 April 2017
Fraudulent applications • if you have registered for text messaging you
It is important that the admissions system is fair for will also get a message to inform you that
everybody. Nobody should be allowed to cheat by the outcome of your application is available
using a friend or relative’s address or by temporarily to view online
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• you should wait until you receive your email need to put this request along with a revised
before logging into your eAdmissions account for ranking order in writing
further information • we can also add your child’s name to the waiting
• if you forget your login details you need to go list for a school that you did not list on your
the the login page and select ‘Forgotten your application form
username or password’ • we will give you further information about waiting
• all applicants who are not offered a place at their lists with your notification on 18 April 2017
first preference school will be informed what • waiting lists are ordered in accordance with the
happens next. admissions criteria
Please accept the school place you have been offered
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by 2 May 2017. account and it is possible that your child’s waiting
• log into your eadmissions account, go to your list position will go down as well as up.
‘My school admissions’ page and select ‘View
outcome and respond’ Appeals
• please remember to submit your response If your child is not offered at any of the schools listed
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otherwise we will not receive it. on your application form, you have the right of appeal.
• appeals are heard by an independent panel
If you are not accepting the offer you must tell us why,
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Barnet Schools
Barnet has 89 primary schools and 4 Please note
all-through schools Although the information relating to Barnet
Community schools (41) schools was correct at 31 August 2016, it should
not be assumed that there will be no change
Community schools are owned and funded by Barnet
Council. The admissions criteria are set and applied
before the start of, or during, the school year
by the local authority. 2017/2018 or for subsequent school years.
Like many neighbouring boroughs, Barnet is
Foundation schools (3) experiencing a high demand for primary school
Foundation schools are owned by the governing places. We are working with schools to create
bodies of the schools but funded by Barnet Council. additional Reception places for September 2017.
The school governors set and apply their own This means that the admission limits shown
admissions criteria. on the following pages will increase for some
schools. Please do check our website at www.
Voluntary aided schools (33)
barnet.gov.uk/schooladmissions for updates.
Voluntary aided schools are owned by religious or
voluntary bodies but funded by Barnet Council.
The school governors set and apply their own
admissions criteria.
Academies (8)
Academies are independent schools but no
fees are charged and they are funded by the
government. The governors set and apply their
own admissions criteria.
Community schools
A map of each community school’s priority
area can be viewed at the school, or at
www.barnet.gov.uk/schools-and-education
Living in a priority area does not guarantee a The system calculates the distance in miles to three
school place. decimal places. The routing database uses two
dimensional maps. This means it does not take into
We use the Tribal Synergy Admissions and Transfers
account any contours or terrains.
system to calculate the distance from your child’s
home (the start point) to the school (the end point).
local authority?
No
No
3. Siblings
Yes Your application will be considered
Does your child have a brother or sister who will under this criterion which has priority
be attending the school in September 2017?* over criteria 4 & 5.
No
* **
5. Distance (others)
All remaining applications will be considered under
the distance criterion and priority will be given
* see previous page for a definition of sibling.
to children who live closest to the school.** ** see previous page for an explanation
of how distances are measured.
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Barnfield
Silkstream Road, Edgware HA8 0DA
tel: 020 8952 6026 fax: 020 8951 4117 NFI EL
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email: office@barnfield.barnetmail.net
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Admission limit 60 Breakfast club Yes
Age range 3 – 11 After-school club Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 2002
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Head Teacher Paul Wiggins Nursery class Yes
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Brookland Infant
Hill Top, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 6EJ
tel: 020 8346 6824 fax: 020 8343 3294
email: office@brooklandinf.barnetmail.net
www.brooklandinfant.co.uk
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Brookland Junior
Hill Top, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 6EJ
tel: 020 8346 6937 fax: 020 8343 1935
email: office@brooklandjnr.barnetmail.net
www.brooklandjuniorschool.co.uk.
Brunswick Park
Osidge Lane, Southgate N14 5DU
tel: 020 8368 3468 fax: 020 8368 3469
email: office@brunswickpark.barnetmail.net
www.brunswickpark.barnet.sch.uk
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Chalgrove
Chalgrove Gardens, Finchley N3 3PL
tel: 020 349 1798 fax: 020 8349 1799
email: office@chalgrove.barnetmail.net
http://webfronter.com/barnet/Chalgrove
and a thirst for knowledge and for life! We pride ourselves on you can achieve’. This encompasses our view that all
being a friendly, welcoming school and encourage parental children can succeed given the right environment, motivation
involvement and support. Behaviour here is outstanding and support. Our core school values are honesty, hard work,
and our children love to come to school and learn. courage, respect, friendship and determination.
We offer an exciting curriculum and a range of sports
and extra-curricular activities. Children make good progress
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Childs Hill
Dersingham Road, Childs Hill NW2 1SL
tel: 020 8452 4531 fax: 020 8830 5902
email: office@childshill.barnetmail.net
www.childshill.barnet.sch.uk
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Church Hill
Burlington Rise, East Barnet EN4 8NN
tel: 020 8368 3431 fax: 020 8368 1602
email: office@churchhill.barnetmail.net
www.churchhill.barnet.sch.uk
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Colindale
Clovelly Avenue, Colindale NW9 6DT
tel: 020 8205 8706 fax: 020 8200 9859
email: office@colindale.barnetmail.net
www.colindale.barnet.sch.uk
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Coppetts Wood
Coppetts Road, Friern Barnet N10 1JS
tel: 020 8883 0248 fax: 020 8883 9926
email: office@coppettswood.barnetmail.net
www.coppettswood.barnet.sch.uk
Courtland
Courtland Avenue, Mill Hill NW7 3BG
tel: 020 8959 3274 fax: 020 8959 7978
email: office@courtland.barnetmail.net
www.courtland.barnet.sch.uk
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Cromer Road
Cromer Road, New Barnet EN5 5HT
tel: 020 8449 3492 fax: 020 8440 0580
email: office@cromer.barnetmail.net
www.cromerroad.com
and secure environment where learning is challenging, • be confident, resilient and self-motivated
purposeful and fun. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive
• be successful learners who are creative, enquiring
community school where all children are given equal
and reflective
recognition for the contribution they make.
• be responsible and compassionate citizens with clear
moral values.
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Danegrove
Windsor Drive, East Barnet EN4 8UD
tel: 020 8449 4024 fax: 020 8441 9270
email: office@danegrove.barnetmail.net
www.danegroveschool.co.uk
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Deansbrook Infant
Hale Drive, Mill Hill NW7 3ED
tel: 020 8959 2152 fax: 020 8959 4350
email: office@deansbrookinf.barnetmail.net
www.deansbrookinfants.org.uk
Dollis Infant
Pursley Road, Mill Hill NW7 2BU
tel: 020 8959 3995 fax: 020 8959 8702
email: office@dollisinf.barnetmail.net
www.dollisinfant.com
the very best they can through an exciting and well-designed of cultures and backgrounds and we have a strong
curriculum. We provide children with many opportunities commitment to inclusion.
to explore, develop interests, be creative and achieve early Our school is well resourced with good learning facilities
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academic success and there is a full range of extra-curricular including a well-stocked children’s library, a range of
activities including clubs, educational visits and visitors to our ICT and great outdoor learning spaces including large
school. playgrounds with an exciting range of play equipment, a
field, a woodland walk area and a children’s garden.
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Edgware Primary
Heming Road, Edgware HA8 9AB
tel: 020 8952 1472
email: office@edgwareprimary.co.uk
www.edgwareprimary.co.uk
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Foulds
Byng Road, Barnet EN5 4NR
tel: 020 8449 2714 fax: 020 8440 5932
email: office@foulds.barnetmail.net
www.foulds.barnet.sch.uk
Frith Manor
Lullington Garth, Woodside Park N12 7BN
tel: 020 8346 2388
email: office@frithmanor.barnetmail.net
www.frithmanorschool.com
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Goldbeaters
Part of the Goldstar Federation
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8959 6033
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Admission limit 60 Breakfast club Yes
Age range 3 – 11 After-school club Yes
Head Teacher Chris Flathers Nursery class Yes
Holly Park
Bellevue Road, Friern Barnet N11 3HG
tel: 020 8368 1434 fax: 020 8368 6329
email: office@hollypark.barnetmail.net
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Livingstone Primary
and Nursery School
Baring Road, New Barnet EN4 9BU
tel: 020 8449 2592 fax: 020 8447 1277
email: office@livingstone.barnetmail.net
http://webfronter.com/barnet/livingstone
DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2036
Admission limit 30 Breakfast club Yes
Age range 3 – 11 After-school club Yes
Head Teacher Giovanna Phelan Nursery class Yes
Manorside
Squires Lane, Finchley N3 2AB
tel: 020 8346 4847 fax: 020 8371 8207
email: office@manorside.barnetmail.net
www.manorsideprimaryschool.co.uk
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Martin Primary
Plane Tree Walk, East Finchley N2 9JP
tel: 020 8883 1455 fax: 020 8444 9988
email: office@martinprimary.barnetmail.net
www.martinprimary.barnet.sch.uk
Monkfrith
Knoll Drive, Southgate N14 5NG
tel: 020 8368 6020
email: office@monkfrithschool.co.uk
www.monkfrith.barnet.sch.uk
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Northside
Albert Street, North Finchley N12 8JP
tel: 020 8445 4730 fax: 020 8446 8598
email: office@northside.barnetmail.net
www.northsideschool.co.uk
Orion (The)
Grahame Park Way, Mill Hill NW7 2AL
tel: 020 8205 9324 fax: 020 8905 9429
email: office@orion.barnetmail.net
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• every child’s contribution is listened to, respected • there is excellent behaviour, with clear rules that treat
and valued everyone fairly
• each child is encouraged to do their very best • we are a kind, hard-working staff
Queenswell Junior
Sweets Way, Whetstone N20 0NQ
tel: 020 8445 2056 fax: 020 8446 4188
email: office@queenswelljnr.barnetmail.net
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Summerside
Crossway, Finchley N12 0QU
tel: 020 8445 1192 fax: 020 8445 5904
email: admin@summerside.barnet.sch.uk
www.summersideprimary.co.uk
Sunnyfields
Hatchcroft, Off Greyhound Hill, Hendon NW4 4JH
tel: 020 8203 3113 fax: 020 8202 6909
email: office@sunnyfields.barnetmail.net
www.sunnyfieldsprimary.co.uk
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Tudor
Queens Road, Finchley N3 2AG
tel: 020 8346 6010 fax: 020 8346 5547
email: office@tudor.barnetmail.net
www.tudor.barnet.sch.uk
Underhill School
Mays Lane, Barnet EN5 2LZ
tel: 020 8449 2423
email: office@underhill.barnetmail.net
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Wessex Gardens
Wessex Gardens, Golders Green NW11 9RR
tel: 020 8455 9572 fax: 020 8905 5139
email: office@wessexgardens.barnet.sch.uk
www.wessexgardens.co.uk
Whitings Hill
Whitings Road, Barnet EN5 2QY
tel: 020 8359 5360 fax: 020 8275 8535
email: office@whitingshill.barnetmail.net
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Woodcroft
Goldbeaters Grove, Edgware HA8 0QF
tel: 020 83244 fax: 020 8959 0736
email: office@woodcroft.barnetmail.net
www.woodcroft.barnet.sch.uk
Woodridge
Southover, North Finchley N12 7HE
tel: 020 8445 5478 fax: 020 8343 8614
email: Office@woodridge.barnetmail.net
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Voluntary aided schools,
foundation schools,
free schools
and academies
A guide to primary education in Barnet 2017 45
Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Susy Stone
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE code 302 3520
Akiva
The Sternberg Centre for Judaism, 80 East End Road, Finchley N3 2SY
tel: 020 8349 4980 fax: 020 8349 4959 email: admin@akivaschool.org
www.akivaschool.org
About the school 4. Priority Applicants who can show attendance at not less
Akiva is a Progressive Jewish primary school. We are an than 15 separate Shabbatot between 1 May 2016 and
inclusive and egalitarian learning community, teaching our October 2016
children to be happy, confident and knowledgeable citizens, 5. Other Priority Applicants
with a love of Israel and all aspects of their Judaism. Akiva 6. Other children who are not Priority Applicants and who
children will understand and respect themselves, others are “looked after” by a local authority
and the world. We recognise that successful learning 7. All Other Applicants
is an active partnership between children, their parents
Where there are more applicants within any category than
and teachers. We work together within a secure, nurturing
places, places will be allocated to children who live closest
and stimulating environment to understand and realise each
to the Sternberg Centre site, East End Road entrance,
child’s full potential and prepare them to meet the challenges
measured in a straight line from the front door of the
of a changing world.
child’s permanent home address as notified to the school
Oversubscription criteria (summary) before the date of allocation of places by the Admissions
contact school for full criteria Committee, using the London Borough of Barnet’s
1 If there are more applications than places available in any computerised measuring system (the Distance Tie-Break.);
school year, the Governing Body of Akiva School acting Where a child regularly lives with one parent for part of a
by its Admissions Committee will allocate places using the week and with the other parent for the rest of the week, the
following order of priority: permanent address for Distance Tie-Break purposes will be
1. Children who are Priority Applicants and who are “looked the address at which the child lives for the greater part of the
after” by a local authority school week, i.e. Monday to Friday
2. Siblings Where the Distance Tie-Break does not produce a clear
3. Children of members of staff employed by the school outcome (i.e. two children live precisely the same distance
to work at the school who either: from the school), the place will be determined by random
a) are or were within two years before the date of allocation supervised by a person independent of the school.
application recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a Where the operation of the oversubscription criteria
demonstrable skill shortage, or and the Distance Tie-Break would not lead to all multiple
b) have been employed by the school for a continuous birth siblings being offered a place all those sibling(s) will
period of at least two years and who in the two years nevertheless be offered a place
immediately before the date of application have worked full-
time or not less than 0.4 full time equivalent
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Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Philip Taylor
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE code 302 3300
1. Children ‘looked’ after and previously ‘looked after’ by 7. Children who live*** closest to the school.
a local authority. Previously looked after children are In the event of a tie break situation existing for any of the
those who were ‘looked after’, but ceased to be so criteria listed above, a ranking will be applied based on
because they were adopted (or became subject to a child distance between home and school.
arrangements order or special guardianship order).
2. Children whose siblings* attend the school at the time of
admission and whose parents/carers have been involved
in the life and worship of All Saints’ Church of England
** In the cases of criteria 2, 4, 5 and 6 parish priests or ministers should
complete and stamp the relevant part of the Supplementary Information Form
*** ’Live’ means the child’s principal place of residence with his or her family
unit. Where the child for whom the school place is sought ordinarily lives
* Siblings include half, step, adoptive and foster siblings providing they live with each parent separately each week, then the child’s principal place of
permanently at the same address. residence is where the child lives for the majority of each week.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Luke Bridges
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3317
Inspired by Christ – Reaching Out to All – Being the Best We service. Parents who have moved into the area within
Can Be this 12 month period will qualify if they can provide a letter
from a minister confirming attendance at another Church
“Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding as they have extremely
covering the balance of the 12 months
positive attitudes to learning. They are cared for very well
5. Children living within the Parish of All Saints’
and feel completely safe in school.” Ofsted 2014
6. Children living outside the Parish of All Saints’.
Oversubscription criteria (summary) Where there are more applicants than places within any
contact school for full criteria
of the categories listed above, places will be allocated
If there are more applications than the number of places
to children who live closest to the Oakleigh Road North
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Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Marc Shoffren
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2020
Alma Primary
Friern Barnet Lane, Whetstone, N20 0LP
tel: 020 8343 9988 email: office@almaprimary.org
www.almaprimary.org
About the school 3. pupils whose siblings* have accepted a place or currently
Alma Primary is an inclusive, state primary school, which attend the school and who will continue to do so on the
welcomes children from across the Jewish community, date of admission
as well as children from other faiths and none. Our small, 4. children of members of staff
one-form entry school aims to provide outstanding 5. children whose parents have been given founders status**
and stimulating educational opportunities for all children, Once places have been allocated to children under the
including high quality Jewish learning. We nurture each child, criteria above, the remaining places will be divided equally
ensuring they are given sufficient challenge and support between ‘Open places’ and ‘Faith places’.
to make the most of their learning opportunities.
a) 50% of the remaining places will be offered to the
Oversubscription criteria (summary) children living nearest to the front door of the school’s site
contact school for full criteria in Whetstone
The allocation of places will be split between Open places b) The remaining 50% of places will be allocated to children
and Faith places. through random allocation, open to children whose families
Open places are allocated to children whose parents choose fulfil the criteria for a faith place, as evidenced through the
the school regardless of their faith. Parents applying for an school’s SIF. The random allocation will be carried out by an
Open place do so knowing that the school aims to provide independent authority, agreed by the Children’s Committee
a Jewish education and, therefore, the governing body of the governing body.
expects that all pupils will take part in the Jewish aspects of
the school’s curriculum.
Faith places will be allocated to children of families who can
demonstrate practice of an aspect of Judaism.
1 If there are more applications than the number of places
available, places will be offered according to the following
order of priority:
1. ‘looked after’ children and previously ‘looked after’
children
2. children whose social or medical needs are needs that
the school can reasonably meet and which are such that
they cannot be met sufficiently at any other school * siblings are defined as including half, step, adoptive and foster siblings and twin
or multiple births provided they live at the same address as the applicant, but
not other children who also live at the same address who do not fall into one of
these categories.
**founders are defined as governors and those who have played a pivotal role in
the core group founding the school
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Admission limit 60
Age range 3–7
Head Teacher Teresa Lynch
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3500
Admission limit 60
Age range 7 – 11
Head Teacher Moira McManus
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class N/A DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3514
Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Christopher Tofallis
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE code 302 2050
Ashmole Primary
Summit Way, Southgate N14 7NP
tel: 020 8362 8380 email: office@ashmoleprimary.org
www.ashmoleprimary.org
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
The Ashmole Academy Trust opened Ashmole Primary contact school for full criteria
School in September 2016, operating open, fair If there are more applications than the number of places
and transparent practices and policies and welcoming available, places will be offered according to the following
children from all backgrounds. Initially opening with two order of priority:
classes of 30 in the Reception year 2016, the school will 1. children who are ‘looked after’ under provision of Section
grow organically to reach its full capacity of 420 pupils 22(1) of the Children Act 1989. This includes those
in 2022. Children born between 1 September 2012 and 31 children who have previously been looked after but
August 2013 will be admitted without reference to ability. immediately after being looked after became subject
to adoption, a child arrangements order, or special
The published admission number is 60 places in Reception
guardianship order.
in September 2016. The school will admit up to this number
each year to the Reception year and when full the school 2. children who have a sibling at Ashmole Primary School
will have 420 pupils on roll. Where there are fewer applicants at the time at which the application for admission to the
than places available all applicants will be admitted. school is made*
3. sons and daughters of staff where the person has
Ashmole Primary School will provide:
1
Admission limit 58
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Helena Cohen
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 2079
Beis Yaakov
373 Edgware Road, Colindale NW9 6NQ
tel: 020 8905 9590 fax: 020 8200 7130 email: office@beisyaakov.barnetmail.net
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
“This is an outstanding school. The school instills in its pupils contact school for full criteria
a clear sense of Jewish values, self-confidence and a joy Beis Yaakov Primary School was established to serve
of learning. Teaching successfully captures the interests of the Orthodox Jewish (Charedi) Community of North
the pupils and they are proud of their school. They have West London and to provide education for the daughters
excellent attitudes to learning and want to do well and as a of parents who all observe Orthodox Jewish (Charedi)
result, their behaviour is excellent.” Ofsted June 2011. practice, defined as ethos, lifestyle and daily practice that
are governed by an unequivocal and lifelong commitment
to Torah study and Mitzvos observance, and the central
tenets of Yiras Shomayim, Emunas Chachomim, Middos
Tovos and Tzenius in dress, speech and behaviour.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Simon Horleston
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3524
Beit Shvidler
261 Hale Lane, Edgware HA8 8NX
tel: 020 8238 2746 fax: 020 8958 4175 email: admin@beitshvidler.org.uk
www.beitshvidler.org.uk
About the school siblings enrolled in any of BSPS years Reception
1 Beit Shvidler Primary School is a co-educational, orthodox through Year 6; and
Jewish primary school that welcomes a broad range of • the siblings live at the same address as the applicant;
families, all of whom have a shared commitment to Shabbos, and
Kashrus and community involvement together with • the siblings are Priority Children.
ongoing learning and religious growth. We are an orthodox
3. priority Children of parent(s)/carer(s) who regularly attend
school and aim to encourage a strong commitment
and participate at EAYC
to orthodox Jewish practice, Torah values, the love of Israel
4. priority Children of parent(s) / carer(s) who regularly attend
and educational excellence. We are committed to:
and participate at other Orthodox synagogues
• promoting a lifelong love of learning
5. other ‘looked after’ and previously ‘looked after’ children
• helping all pupils to fulfil their potential and to become 6. other children with siblings in the school at the time of
well rounded individuals admission (R-Y6).
• equipping children with the necessary academic and life If in any category there are more qualifying applicants than
skills needed to participate confidently in society with there are available places, priority will be given according
pride in their Jewish identity. to the proximity of the child’s home to the school gate
* For the purposes of this policy Priority Children are applicants and their
parent(s)/carer(s) who fulfil all the criteria set out in the SIF. For a more detailed
explanation, please see our SIF.
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Admission limit 60
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Geraldine Pears
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3511
Blessed Dominic Catholic
Lanacre Avenue, Colindale NW9 5FN
tel: 020 8205 3790 fax: 020 8205 9341
email: office@blesseddominic.barnetmail.net
www.blesseddominic.barnet.sch.uk
About the school or special guardianship orders) immediately after having
Blessed Dominic Catholic School aims to unite school, been ‘looked after’
home and parish as a Christian community in which 8. catechumens and members of an Eastern Christian
every individual is valued and respected. We will promote Church (except Eastern Catholics)
education for life, developing the academic, spiritual, 9. Christian children of other denominations whose
emotional, social and physical potential of all children application is supported by a letter confirming
in our care. membership of that faith community
10. children of other faiths whose application is supported by
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6. other baptised Catholic children
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Admission limit 90
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Robin Archibald
Broadfields
Roseberry Drive, Edgware HA8 8JP
tel: 020 8359 5430 fax: 020 8958 1056
email: office@broadfields.barnetmail.net www.broadfields.barnet.sch.uk
About the school 3. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
Broadfields is a large primary school in Edgware. We (brother or sister) living at the same address who already
are an independent academy directly funded by the attends the school, siblings would include half, step,
government, managed by a charity whose trustees adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
and members are local people and parents. As a result, we same address as the applicant.
are totally committed to deliver schooling that is tailored 4. the child of a Broadfields School member of staff,
to our wonderful diverse community in Edgware. As a providing that the member has been employed for a
large school, we can offer a wider than normal range of minimum of two years at the time of application*, or
provision. But most important, Broadfields is a happy, is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a
positive school where children achieve well and enjoy the demonstrable skill shortage. Such a child is defined
early years of their lives. This is not an institution where in these arrangements as a child who lives as the staff
children are commodities, but where they are recognised as member’s son or daughter in the same house, including
valued individuals. natural born, adopted, step and foster son or daughter.
5. remaining places are offered on a geographical basis
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
determined by the proximity of the child’s home to the
contact school for full criteria
school, with those living nearer being accorded the higher
1. children who are ‘looked after’ or ‘previously looked
priority, measuring distance in a straight line from the
after’ and children who were adopted (or subject to child
school main gate.
arrangements orders or special guardianship orders)
immediately following having been ‘looked after’ Notes:
* ‘time of application’ will be taken as the closing date for the application
2. Other children whom the Governors accept have an process
exceptional medical, social or other need that the
Unless otherwise stated distances are measured from the
school is particularly able to meet. Applications in this
address point for the child’s home, supplied by the Post
category will be considered only if they are supported
Office, to the school’s main gate. The distance between
by an attached written statement from a doctor, social
these points is calculated using the Council’s computerised
worker or other appropriate professional. Parents must
geographical information system.
demonstrate that there is a very specific connection
between the child’s need and the particular school. Tie Breaker – distance will be used as a tie-breaker within
Difficulties with child care arrangements because of work each category.
or other commitments would not be grounds for priority Final Tie Breaker – applicants from the same block of
under this category. Information not provided at the time flats, or applicants who live the same distance from the
the application is submitted may not be considered at a school will be selected in random order and places will be
later date. offered accordingly.
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Admission limit 60
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Alison Anscomb
Claremont
Claremont Road, Cricklewood NW2 1AB
tel: 020 845 4013 fax: 020 8457 5050
email: office@claremont.barnetmail.net
About the school A special guardianship order is defined by section 14A of
1 Claremont Primary School is a happy and thriving school the Children Act 1989.
which is part of The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust. We 2. other children whom the Director of Education and Skills
aim to: accepts have an exceptional medical, social or other
• create a safe, caring, friendly and welcoming need that the school is particularly able to meet.
environment where all members of our school Applications in this category will be considered only if they
community feel valued and are respected. are supported by an attached written statement from a
doctor, social worker or other appropriate professional.
• provide challenging, stimulating and creative learning
Parents must demonstrate that there is a very specific
opportunities across the curriculum which engage
connection between the child’s need and the particular
pupils and motivate them to succeed.
school. Difficulties with child care arrangements because
• have high expectations of our pupils, enabling them
of work or other commitments would not be grounds
to become confident and successful learners, and to
for priority under this category. Information not provided
develop skills which will support them through life
at the time the application is submitted may not be
• promote high standards of behaviour. considered at a later date.
• work as a team of staff, parents, governors and other 3. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
members of the community in order to provide the best (brother or sister) living at the same address who already
possible opportunities and achieve the best possible attends the school. Siblings would include half, step,
outcomes for all our pupils. adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
same address as the applicant.
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria 4. children living within the individual school’s defined area,
with priority given to those who live closest to the school
2 If there are more applications than the number of places
when measuring distance in a straight line.
available, places will be offered according to the following
order of priority: 5. children living outside the individual school’s defined area,
with priority given to those who live closest to the school
1. children who are ‘looked after’ and children who were
when measuring distance in a straight line.
adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or
special guardianship orders) immediately following having Distances are measured from the address point for
been ‘looked after’. A child looked after is a child in the the child’s home, supplied by the Post Office, to the
care of a local authority or provided with accommodation school’s main gate. The distance between these points is
by that authority in accordance with Section 22 of the calculated using the Council’s computerised geographical
Children Act 1989. An adopted child is defined by section information system.
46 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002. A residence
order is defined by section 8 of the Children Act 1989.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Elena Print
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 3302
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Christ Church CE
Byng Road, Barnet EN5 4NS
tel: 020 8440 2198 fax: 020 8441 4700 email: office@christchurch.barnetmail.net
www.christchurchschoolbarnet.org.uk
About the school 4. children living within the school’s Priority Area, whose
A Church of England school, we welcome children of parents/legal guardians have had continuing and regular
all faiths and none, and seek to give them the best involvement in the religious life and worship of another
possible education - within a Christian environment that Trinitarian church (provided that the church does not have
acknowledges the unique contribution each can make its own church primary school) for a period of at least one
to society and to the life of the school. We aim to equip them year prior to the closing date for admissions
with the skills they will need to become life-long learners, 5. other children living within 1.3 miles of the school, whose
and to acquire the self-confidence that will allow them parents/legal guardians have had continuing and regular
to take their place in society. involvement in the religious life and worship of another
Trinitarian church for a period of at least one year prior
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
to the closing date for admissions.
contact school for full criteria
If there are more applications than there are places, the
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church for a period of at least one year prior to the closing Note 4: The Priority Area is the area in which Christ Church is the nearest
Church of England primary school.
date for applications
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Admission limit 90
Age range 7 – 11
Head Teacher Simon Putman
Deansbrook Junior
Hale Drive, Mill Hill NW7 3ED
tel: 020 8959 3423 fax: 020 8201 0492
email: office@deansbrookjnr.barnetmail.net
www.deansbrookjuniorschool.co.uk
About the school doctor, social worker or other appropriate professional.
Our aims:
1
Parents must demonstrate that there is a very specific
• to provide a happy, safe and caring environment connection between the child’s need and the particular
in which everyone can achieve their full potential school. Difficulties with child care arrangements because
of work or other commitments would not be grounds
• to promote high standards of achievement both in work
for priority under this category. Information not provided
and in behaviour
at the time the application is submitted may not be
• to deliver the National Curriculum in an exciting considered at a later date
and challenging way
4. children who live within the individual school’s defined
• to enrich the curriculum with extra-curricular activities, area and who are without a school place because they
visits and school journeys have moved
• to encourage each child to develop self-esteem and, 5. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
in doing so, learn to respect others. living at the same address who already attends the
The school aims to share with parents, families and others school, or the linked school in the case of separate infant
the responsibility for developing children educationally, and junior schools. Siblings would include half, step,
morally, spiritually and socially. adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
same address as the applicant
Oversubscription criteria (summary) 6. children living within the individual school’s defined area,
contact school for full criteria
with priority given to those who live closest to the school
If there are more applications than there are places, the
when measuring distance in a straight line
2
Admission limit 90
Age range 7 – 11
Head Teacher Lisa Golding
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class N/A 302 5200
DFE code XXX XXXX
Dollis Junior
Pursley Road, Mill Hill NW7 2BU
tel: 020 8959 4728 fax: 020 8906 1376 email: office@dollisjnr.barnetmail.net
www.dollisjunior.com
About the school Distances are measured from the address point for
At Dollis we are proud of our rich, creative and dynamic the child’s home, supplied by the Post Office, to the
curriculum. The full range of National Curriculum subjects school’s main gate. The distance between these points is
is taught, but there are also many curriculum theme days, calculated using the Council’s computerised geographical
external trips and visitors from outside who come into school information system.
* a brother or sister is defined as a sibling who lives at the same address as a
to enhance the children’s learning. Children at our school
child applying and may be a full, half or step sibling by birth or legal adoption
come from many backgrounds, cultures and religions.
We value the culture and heritage of all children and meet
together in daily school assemblies to think about the values
we share of respect and tolerance. We believe that our
school should be a happy, caring and safe place and we
want all children to achieve their full potential.
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Age range 3-11
Head Teacher Yvonne Baron
Breakfast club No
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2001
community’s need for extra Jewish primary school places 1. ‘looked after’ or previously ‘looked after’ children, who
in the area and is actively supported by local parents. The ceased to be ‘looked after’ because they were adopted
school has a very strong link with the local community (or became subject to a child arrangements order or
and Mill Hill United Synagogue, being fully supported by special guardianship order).
Rabbi Shochet who has been an active partner during its 2. children that have a sibling already at the school, where a
creation. Our pupils will be successful learners who enjoy sibling is due to continue to attend the school in the same
learning, make excellent progress and achieve well. We school year that the applicant enters Reception. For the
will develop children’s personal skills to help them achieve avoidance of any doubt this means that the elder sibling
academically and become lifelong learners and lovers of must intend to continue at the school during the Autumn
learning. Our graduates will be confident individuals who are term when their qualifying sibling is due to start
able to lead safe, healthy and fulfilling lives. Furthermore, 3. children of staff, where the member of staff has been
they will be responsible citizens who will make a positive employed continuously by the school for two or more
contribution to British and Jewish society. years at the time at which the application for admission
to the school is made, and who have a minimum of four
points on the CRP
4. up to 14 places will be allocated to applicants with four or
more points on the CRP
5. any remaining places will be allocated on the basis of
proximity to the school, with children whose residence is
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Age range 4–7
Head Teacher Jack Newton
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2030
Tucked away on the edge of the green belt, backing directly of work or other commitments would not be grounds
on to parkland, our friendly little school has a wonderful for priority under this category. Information not provided
Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Alan Shaw
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3516
Hasmonean Primary
8 –10 Shirehall Lane, Hendon NW4 2PD
tel: 020 8202 7704 fax: 020 8202 1605 email: admin@hasmonean-pri.barnet.sch.uk
www.hasmonean-pri.barnet.sch.uk
About the school 5. other Orthodox Jewish children
The Hasmonean Primary School was awarded ‘Outstanding’ 6. ‘looked after’ children and/or previously looked after
status in June 2008. The school is guided by the philosophy children other than those who are Orthodox Jews
of ‘Torah im Derech Eretz’. Our children are imbued with 7. other children.
a love for their Jewish heritage, reaching their potential If in any category there are more qualifying applicants than
in both Secular and Jewish studies. The school was founded there are available places, priority will be given to those
by Rabbi Solomon Schonfeld in 1947, as part of the living nearest to the school by straight line measuring
Secondary Schools Movement. It has flourished ever since in accordance with the Local Authority’s measuring system
and continues to grow from strength to strength. described in its guidance booklet for parents applying for
Oversubscription criteria (summary) school places (“The Measuring System”), but with measuring
contact school for full criteria taking place to the main entrance of the school site.
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
When the parents of the child live separately, the address
available, places will be offered according to the following of the child for the Measuring System shall be the address
order of priority: at which the child usually lives. When the parents of the
child live separately but the child lives with both parents
1. Orthodox Jewish children who are ‘looked after’ by a
at different addresses, the child’s home address for the
local authority and Orthodox Jewish children who were
Measuring System will be taken to be the address where the
adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or
child lives for most of the week. If the child spends an equal
special guardianship orders) immediately following having
amount of time with each parent, the address will be taken
been ‘looked after’
to be that of the main parent/carer eligible to receive Child
2. Orthodox Jewish brothers and sisters whose siblings are
Benefit and Child Tax Credit. If all criteria and measures are
at the school at the time of admission or who formerly
equal then a random ballot will be the tie breaker.
attended the school for at least three consecutive terms
within the period of two years before the date of entry. For
these purposes “siblings” shall include half-siblings, step- e
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Head Teacher Hugh Vivian
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery school Yes DFE code 302 2031
Hollickwood
Sydney Road, Muswell Hill N10 2NL
tel: 020 8883 6880 email: office@hollickwood.barnet.sch.uk
www.hollickwood.barnet.sch.uk
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
Hollickwood School provides children with a warm contact school for full criteria
and supportive learning environment in which they can If there are more applications than the number of places
1
thrive. Expectations are high and emphasis is placed available, places will be offered according to the following
on high-quality feedback, collaborative learning and the order of priority:
development of a growth mindset. The curriculum is rich 1. children ‘looked’ after by a local authority and children
and broad and designed to fully engage pupils. who were adopted (or the subject of a child arrangements
Parents and carers are supportive and engage well with order or special guardianship order) immediately following
the school, which further contributes to the welcoming haviong been ‘looked after’
and friendly atmosphere that you will find here. Children are 2. children with exceptional medical, social or educational
well-behaved and eager to learn. The school is rapidly needs that can only be met at this school, assessed with
improving and our results reflect this. the help of specialist local authority staff on the basis of
letters from appropriate professional consultants. (The
We are very happy to show prospective parents around.
medical condition of parents or other family members, or
difficulties of child care arrangements because of work
or other commitments, would not be grounds for priority
under this category. Information not provided at the time
the application is submitted may not be considered at a
later date.)
3. children who will have a sibling attending the school at the
time or proposed admission (siblings include half, step,
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Age range 3 – 11
Acting Head Teacher Rosalyn Kimani
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3304
Holy Trinity CE
Eagans Close, Market Place, East Finchley N2 8GA
tel: 020 8883 1824 fax: 020 8883 9320 email: office@holytrinity.barnetmail.net
www.webfronter.com/barnet/holytrinityn2
About the school when the younger sibling commences their attendance at
Our mission statement is “We promise to provide the school
opportunities for every child to be the best that they can be. 4. children who live in the N2 postal district and whose
We aim to create a happy and secure Christian environment parents are involved** in the work and worship of
in which children can grow in confidence and independence. the Parish of Holy Trinity or any other Church of
England church
We strive for excellence in teaching and learning to achieve
High Standards Together.” 5. children who live outside the N2 postal district and whose
parents are involved** in the work and worship of the
Our core belief is “A safe, happy and comfortable child is
Parish of Holy Trinity or All Saints Church N2
one who is ready to learn”.
6. distance from home to school. Distance is measured
Oversubscription criteria (summary) between the address point for the child’s home, supplied
contact school for full criteria by the Post Office, to the school’s main gate using the
If there are more applications than the number of places
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Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Jo Djora
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFEcode
DFE 302
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The Hyde
Hyde Crescent, Hendon NW9 7EY tel: 020 8205 8707 fax: 020 8200 2950
email: office@hyde.barnetmail.net
About the school by that authority in accordance with Section 22 of
The Hyde is a friendly and inclusive community school the Children Act 1989. An adopted child is defined
and part of the Elliot Foundation Academy Trust. In May by section 46 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002.
2015 we were judged by OFSTED to be “outstanding” A child arrangements order is defined by section 8 of
in every area. Our children love learning and are rightly the Children Act 1989. A special guardianship order is
proud of their achievements. We seek to develop confident defined by section 14A of the Children Act 1989
and articulate learners in every aspect of school life. In 2014 2. other children whom the Director of Education and Skills
we won the Speakers School Council Award and in 2016 accepts have an exceptional medical, social or other
we were appointed a ‘Centre of Excellence’ for our work need that the school is particularly able to meet.
around inclusion. Our academic results reflect the fantastic Applications in this category will be considered only if they
progress our children make as they achieve above the are supported by an attached written statement from a
national average. doctor, social worker or other appropriate professional.
We have an innovative and exciting curriculum which is Parents must demonstrate that there is a very specific
enhanced by our Urban Adventure, which offers children connection between the child’s need and the particular
extension and enrichment activities. There is a strong school. Difficulties with child care arrangements because
emphasis on practical experience and first hand learning, of work or other commitments would not be grounds
which inspires our children and supports them to succeed. for priority under this category. Information not provided
at the time the application is submitted may not be
The school is situated in a modern and spacious building
considered at a later date
with great facilities including a recording studio and a well
used and stocked library; we also have fantastic outdoor 3. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
space. We provide a wide range of opportunities for children (brother or sister) living at the same address who already
both within the core curriculum and in other ways, such as attends the school. Siblings would include half, step,
through school council, sporting activities, and through art adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
Admission limit 28
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Jacob Ebrahimoff
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFEcode
DFE 302
codeXXX 3515
XXXX
1 If there are more applications than the number of places The Certificate of Religious Practice will be awarded
available, places will be offered according to the following to children of applicants who will support and reinforce at
order of priority: home the Torah values, religious observance and Ahavat
1. Jewish ‘looked after children’ or previously ‘looked after Yisrael taught by the School. This will be demonstrated
children’ (within the meaning of section 22 of the Children by synagogue attendance, support of the Kodesh
Act 1989 ) who have received a Certificate of Religious programme and its delivery in Ivrit, support of Torah values
Practice from the IJDS and observance of Jewish laws including being Shomrei
2. children who have a sibling at the IJDS either at the time Shabbat, observing the laws of Tzniut and Kashrut.
Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 18
Head Teacher Angela Trigg
London
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE code 302 6905
Academy
London Academy
Spur Road, Edgware HA8 8DE
tel: 0208 238 1100 fax: 0208 238 1101 email: office@londonacademy.org.uk
www.londonacademy.org.uk
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
London Academy Primary welcomed their first group contact school for full criteria
of reception age children in September 2015. We are 1. Children who are ‘looked after’ and children who were
privileged to be moving into our brand new beautifully looked after, but ceased to be so because they were
designed building fit to deliver the highest quality learning adopted or became subject to a child arrangements order
for your children. We will provide every child from reception or special guardianship order under the provision of the
to the Sixth Form with a challenging learning environment Children Act 1989
that develops them as innovative, creative thinkers. We 2. Siblings at the Academy (siblings would include half,
will develop responsible, respectful young people ready step, adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live
to make a difference to the local, national and international at the same address as the applicant). It will also include
community. Our children will learn in a caring environment siblings of former students provided they completed their
that recognises their unique personalities and needs. education at the end of year 11 or in Sixth Form
The strong partnership between families and the school will 3. Students in the defined catchment area: in the case
ensure that at every stage of your child’s education they will ofoversubscription, geographical location will be used as
thrive and progress. a tiereaker. Distance will be measured in a straight line
from the child’s home to the entrance of the Principal’s
office with those living closest being given priority
4. For students who live outside the defined catchment
area, priority will be given to those who live nearest
to the school. Distance will be measured in a straight line
from the child’s home to the Principal’s office.
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Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Jillian Dunstan
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 5948
applications than the number of places available, places will available, priority will be given to those living nearest to the
be offered according to the following order of priority: school by straight line measured in accordance with the
Local Authority’s measuring system.
1. priority children who are (1) looked after children or (2)
children who were previously looked after but immediately
after being looked after became adopted (or became
subject to a child arrangements order or special
guardianship order)
2. priority children who have a sibling living at the same
address who already attends the School and who
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Head Teacher Stuart Fink
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 5949
Menorah Foundation
Abbots Road, Edgware HA8 0QS
tel: 020 89992 fax: 020 8906 9993 email: office@menorahfoundation.co.uk
www.menorahfoundation.co.uk
About the school 5. children who meet the religious criteria and are from a
The aim of the School has been, and always will be, to instil family who have moved into the community (defined
in its pupils a love and understanding of Jewish religious by the postcodes NW4, HA8, NW11, or any address
life, infused with the highest standard of secular education. within 4.5km of the school measured in a straight line
In addition, to make our pupils realise from an early age from the school gate) from outside the Greater London
that our sacred religious, ethical and moral principles apply area (defined by being the area within the boundaries of
to whatever is being studied, and in every walk of life. the M25 motorway) within six months before the date
of application
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
6. all other children who meet the religious criteria.
If there are more applications than the number of places
7. all other ‘looked after’ and previously ‘looked after’
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Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Jackie Menczer
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3513
Menorah Primary
The Wohl Campus, 1-3 The Drive, Golders Green NW11 9SP
tel: 020 8458 1276 fax: 020 8209 2140
email: office@menorahprimary.org.uk
About the school 4. Orthodox Jewish children with a sibling who will be at the
“Menorah Primary is an outstanding school where pupils School at the date entry is required
achieve exceptionally well. Teaching in the school 5. up to of five (depending solely on the number of such
is outstanding. applications up to five) Orthodox Jewish Priority Children
This is because of the exceptional quality of the planning per entry age group (in recognition of the difficulty faced
across all subjects, providing high levels of challenge by some Orthodox Jewish parents in securing a place at
for pupils of all abilities. Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social the school for the first child in the family)
and cultural development is exceptionally well promoted as “Priority Child” means either:
2
a result of the rich curriculum and of the shared values of the 3 (a) the eldest child in a family; or (b) a child of appropriate
school community.” Ofsted 2012 age for entry to the class applied for whose family has
moved into the area in the 12 months prior to the Closing
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria Date but who has no older siblings currently at the School
1 In the case of over subscription, in deciding which children 1. Orthodox Jewish children of families whose ethos
to admit, the Governing Body will apply the following criteria matches that of the school (the ethos being a desire
in the following order of priority: to instil in their children a firm foundation which will
prepare them for a life of committed Torah observance
1. Orthodox Jewish children who are or have been “looked
in accordance with the requirements of the Shulchan
after” by a local authority under the provisions of the
Aruch based on the three pillars of Ahavas Torah, Yiras
Children Act 1989
Shomayim and Middos Tovos) assessed on the basis
2. Orthodox Jewish children who have attended the
of the supplementary information form and a reference
School’s Nursery
from an Orthodox Jewish Rabbi;
3. Orthodox Jewish children whose parents (i) are members
2. other children who are or have been “looked after” by a
of or Frequent Attendees at the GGBH as at the Closing
local authority under the provisions of the Children Act
Date and (ii) maintain strict observance of Orthodox
1989;
Jewish religious and cultural norms in accordance with
3. other children with a sibling who will be at the school at
the requirements of the Shulchan Aruch assessed on the
the date entry is required; and
basis of the supplementary information form and written
confirmation from the Rabbi of the GGBH 4. other children.
“Frequent Attendee” means having attended either services In the event of there being insufficient places for all
or Shiurim at the GGBH on average at least four times applicants within any of the above criteria, a random ballot
a week for a period of no less than 12 months in the will be used to determine which children will be admitted
16 months prior to the Closing Date. under the criteria in question, in the presence of an
independent observer.
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Exec Head/Head of School Anthony David/Nicola Dudley
Millbrook Park CE
School House Lane, Mill Hill NW7 1JF
tel: 020 3137 5924
email: admin@millbrookparkschool.ldbsact.org
www.millbrookparkschool.ldbsact.org
About the school doctor, social worker or other appropriate professional.
Millbrook Park Primary School is a Church of England Parents must demonstrate that there is a very specific
academy school within the London Diocesan Board of connection between the child’s need and the particular
School’s Academy Trust. Opened in 2014, it serves the school. Difficulties with child care arrangements because
community of the Inglis Estate and local areas. of work or other commitments would not be grounds
Strengths of the school include excellent sporting facilities, for priority under this category. Information not provided
state of the art educational IT and a nurturing early years unit at the time the application is submitted may not be
that provides a joyful start to a child’s learning experience. considered at a later date
3. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
Millbrook Park has a close relationship with St Paul’s CE
(brother or sister) living at the same address who already
Primary School (NW7) which is also based in the local area.
attends the school. Siblings would include half, step,
Oversubscription criteria (summary) adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
contact school for full criteria same address as the applicant
1 If there are more applications than the number of places 4. children living who live closest to the school when
available, places will be offered according to the following measuring distance in a straight line. Unless otherwise
order of priority: stated distances are measured from the address point
1. children who are ‘looked after’ and children who were for the child’s home, supplied by the Post Office, to the
adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or school’s main gate. The distance between these points is
special guardianship orders) immediately following having calculated using the Council’s computerised geographical
been ‘looked after’. A child looked after is a child in the information system.
care of a local authority or provided with accommodation Tie Breaker – distance will be used as a tie-breaker within
by that authority in accordance with Section 22 of each category.
the Children Act 1989. An adopted child is defined by
Final Tie Breaker – applicants from the same block of flats,
section 46 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002. A
or applicants who live the same distance from the school
child arrangements order is defined by section 8 of
will be selected in random order and places will be offered
the Children Act 1989. A special guardianship order is
accordingly.
defined by section 14A of the Children Act 1989
Applications made on behalf of twins or triplets – if only
2. other children who have an exceptional medical, social
one place is available at the school and the next child who
or other need that the school is particularly able to meet.
qualifies for a place is one of multiple birth siblings those
Applications in this category will be considered only if they
children will be deemed as ‘excepted’ pupils under infant
are supported by an attached written statement from a
class legislation.
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Admission limit 20
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Caroline Froud
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3305
Monken Hadley CE
Camlet Way, Barnet EN4 0NJ
tel: 020 8449 0989 email: office@monkenhadley.barnetmail.net
About the school 5. children who live within 4 miles of the school and who
‘In the most effective lessons, teachers show their high have a parent/carer who is a regularly worshipping
expectations by pushing learning forward at pace member* at St Mary the Virgin Church, Monken Hadley**
and challenging the pupils’ thinking.’ Ofsted 2013 6. children who live within 2 miles of the school and who
have a parent/carer who is a regularly worshipping
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
member at a Church which subscribes to the doctrine of
contact school for full criteria
the Holy Trinity
If there are more applications than the number of places
7. any other child.
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Head Teacher Jennifer Brodkin
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
5201
Osidge
Chase Side, Southgate N14 5HD
tel: 020 8886 7108 fax: 020 8886 0258 email: office@osidge.barnetmail.net
www.osidge.barnet.sch.uk
potential. We encourage children to be independent available, places will be offered according to the following
and have high self-esteem and we celebrate the diversity order of priority:
of our pupils’ cultural backgrounds and encourage 1. ‘looked after’ children and those children who were
understanding and an attitude of mutual respect for all. looked after, but ceased to be so because they were
adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or
special guardianship orders)
2. sibling who will still be attending the school when the
applicant is due to start
3. any remaining places will be offered to children on a
geographical basis with priority being given to those
children who live within the catchment area detailed
on the catchment area map. Preference will be given
to those children who live closest in distance to the
school measured in a straight line from the main entrance
of the school to the address point, supplied by the Post
Office, of the applicant’s home – distances to be provided
by the London Borough of Barnet
4. any additional places will be offered to those children
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Barbara Costa
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3501
Admission limit 50
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Joel Sager
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 2078
XXXX
Pardes House
Hendon Lane, Finchley N3 1SA
tel: 020 8343 3568 fax: 020 8343 4804 email: office@phps.barnetmail.net
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
Pardes House Primary School is an orthodox Jewish School contact school for full criteria
for boys, founded in 1952. The great majority of pupils are If there are more applications than the number of places
1
from Golders Green and surrounding areas, although some available, places will be offered according to the following
come from further away. The religious affiliation of the school order of priority:
is strictly orthodox. Most of the pupils leaving the school go 1. boys who/whose family observe Orthodox Jewish
on to the adjoining independent grammar school. There are (Charedi) practice and are ‘looked after’ (in public care) or
several distinctive features of the school, which contribute were previously ‘looked after’
to its special nature and reflect the values of Orthodox 2. boys who/whose family observe Orthodox Jewish
Judaism. A sizeable proportion of the timetable is devoted (Charedi) practice, with brothers in the school at the time
to Limmudei Kodesh, which is integrated into an elongated of admission
school day. 3. boys who/whose family observe Orthodox Jewish
(Charedi) practice, who are attending Pardes
House Nursery
4. other boys who/whose family observe Orthodox Jewish
(Charedi) practice
5. other ‘looked after’ or previously ‘looked after ‘boys
6. other boys.
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Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Alison Holding
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 2038
XXXX
Parkfield
St David’s Place, Park Road, Hendon NW4 3PJ
tel: 020 8202 0454 fax: 020 8203 0118 email: office@parkfield.barnetmail.net
www.parkfieldschool.com
About the school are supported by an attached written statement from a
Parkfield is a busy, creative school where we are proud doctor, social worker or other appropriate professional.
of our achievements and the hard work and behaviour of Parents must demonstrate that there is a very specific
our pupils. Our families come from many backgrounds connection between the child’s need and the particular
and between them the children can speak many languages – school. Difficulties with child care arrangements because
we value and celebrate them all. of work or other commitments would not be grounds
We are proud of our school environment – a new building for priority under this category. Information not provided
with exciting learning spaces indoors and outside. As at the time the application is submitted may not be
part of the Elliot Foundation Academies Trust we use considered at a later date.
opportunities to work with other schools around London 3. children who, at the time of admission, have a sibling
and further afield to develop and improve the many ways (brother or sister) living at the same address who already
in which our children learn. attends the school. Siblings would include half, step,
adoptive and foster siblings provided they also live at the
Oversubscription criteria (summary) same address as the applicant.
contact school for full criteria
4. children living within the individual school’s defined area,
If there are more applications than the number of places
with priority given to those who live closest to the school
1
Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Sara Keen
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2004
Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Angela Gartland
Breakfast club No
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3512
Rosh Pinah
Glengall Road, Edgware HA8 8TE
tel: 020 8958 8599 fax: 020 8905 4853 email: admin@rpps.org.uk
www.rpps.org.uk
About the school 2 If there are any places remaining then the following criteria
The Rosh Pinah Primary School is a Scopus Jewish Day will be applied:
School. The religious character of the school is that of 1. ‘looked after’ or previously ‘looked after’ children, (as
Modern Orthodox Judaism, as described in more detail defined in criterion 1), who have 3 points on the CRP
in the statement of the school’s ethos which can be found 2. applicants with siblings already at the school and the
on the school’s website. We ask all parents applying for a sibling(s) is/are due to continue to attend the school after
place here to respect this ethos and its importance to the the applicant enters the School, who have 3 points on
school community. This does not affect the right of the the CRP
parents who are not of the faith of the school to apply for 3. applicants with 3 points on the CRP whose primary
and be considered for a place here. residence is nearest to the school’s main gate
Oversubscription criteria (summary) 3 If there are any places remaining they will be allocated
have attained 6 points on the Certificate of Religious 1. ‘looked after’ or previously ‘looked after’ children, (as
Practice (CRP). If there are more applications than the defined in criterion 1)
number of places available, places will be offered according 2. applicants with siblings already at the school and the
to the following order of priority: sibling(s) is/are due to continue to attend the school after
1. ‘looked after’ or previously ‘looked after’ children, who the applicant enters the school, not of faith.
ceased to be ‘looked after’ because they were adopted 3. applicants not of faith whose primary residence is
(or became subject to a child arrangements order or nearest to the school’s main gate
special guardianship order) with 6 points on the CRP,
‘looked after’ children as defined in defined with reference
to footnote 17 to paragraph 1.7 of the Admissions Code
2. those applicants with siblings already at the school
and the sibling(s) is/are due to continue to attend the
school after the applicant enters the school, who have 6
points on the CRP
3. children of staff, where the member of staff has been
employed by the school for longer than 2 or more years
at the time at which the application for admission to the
school is made, who have 6 points on the CRP
4. applicants with 6 points on the CRP whose primary
residence is nearest to the main school gate.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Hayley Gross
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2041
Sacks Morasha
31 Stanhope Road, Finchley N12 9DX
tel: 020 3115 1900 email: communications@morashajps.org.uk
www.morashajps.org.uk
About the school and foster children) who will be attending the school at
Our school is a vibrant, inclusive, modern-orthodox Jewish the date of admission and is living permanently at the
primary school committed to Torah values, Ivrit and fostering same address as the child
a strong positive attitude towards Israel. We work 4. Priority Children whose parent/carer has attended at least
in partnership with families and the community to develop 18 Shabbat (Saturday) services between 25 June 2016
pupils to become responsible, committed members of the and 31 December 2016, and at least 13 of those were
Jewish community and society at large. In an integrated at Kinloss
environment of both secular and Jewish academic 5. Priority Children whose parent/carer has attended at least
excellence, our school nurtures and encourages all of its 18 Shabbat (Saturday) services between 25 June 2016
pupils to achieve their full potential and become tolerant and 26 December 2016, and at least 13 of those were at
and respectful global citizens. For more information about Woodside Park Synagogue which is located at Woodside
our school and ethos, please visit our website Park Road, London, N12 8RZ.
6. Priority Children whose parent/carer has attended at least
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria 18 Shabbat (Saturday) services between 25 June 2016
and 26 December 2016 at any orthodox synagogues.
1 If there are more applications than the number of places
available, places will be offered according to the following 7. Other Priority Children
order of priority: 8. Other Looked After Children and previously looked
1. ‘looked after’ Priority children and Priority children who after children
were adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or 9. Any other children
special guardianship orders) immediately following having If in any category there are more qualifying applicants than
been ‘looked after’ there are available places, priority will be given according
2. Priority Children for whom it can be demonstrated that to the proximity of the child’s home to the main entrance of
they have a genuine medical or social need to go to this Kinloss at Kinloss Gardens, London, N3 3DU.
School. Parents applying to children under this criterion
will need to provide the appropriate supporting evidence
(i.e. a letter from a doctor or a social worker) as the
school is not in a position to seek or request evidence. A
panel for this will meet once the deadline for applications
has closed.
3. Priority Children with siblings who are at Sacks Morasha.
For these purposes, “siblings” means a brother or sister
(including adoptive, half or step brothers and sisters
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Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Catherine McMahon
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3510
Admission limit 45
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Susan O’Reilly
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3502
St Agnes’ Catholic
Thorverton Road, Cricklewood NW2 1RG
tel: 020 8452 4565 fax: 020 8830 6709 email: office@stagnes.barnetmail.net
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
St Agnes’ is situated in the parish of St Agnes’ contact school for full criteria
in Cricklewood. We are an ‘all through’ primary school, with If there are more applications than the number of places
1
a nursery on site. St Agnes’ fundamental aim is to be a high available, places will be offered according to the following
achieving Catholic community, living out the gospel values order of priority:
in all that we do. Our mission statement ‘The family of St 1. Catholic ‘looked after’ children and Catholic children
Agnes lives, loves and learns together as followers of Jesus’ who have been adopted (or made subject to child
is central to our existence and underpins every aspect of aarrangements orders or special guardianship orders)
school life. immediately after having been ‘looked after’
We recognise the fact that each child is an individual and we 2. baptised Catholic children from practising Catholic
work hard to ensure that the academic potential of each families who have a sibling at the school at the time
child is met, whilst nurturing their faith - therefore developing of admission
the whole child. St Agnes’ is a happy and successful school, 3. baptised Catholic children from practising Catholic
where children are encouraged to give of their best at all families who are resident in the Parish of St Agnes’
times. The community of St Agnes believes that excellent in Cricklewood
standards are achieved through high expectations, self 4. other baptised children from practising Catholic families
-belief, support, challenge, encouragement and praise. It is 5. other ‘looked after’ children and children who have been
our aim to provide this for every child, enabling their primary adopted (or made subject to child arrangements orders
years to be a memorable experience, whilst equipping them or special guardianship orders) immediately after having
with the desire, understanding, skills and confidence to be been looked after
life-long learners and responsible citizens of the future. 6. any other children.
The Governing Body will give top priority after the
appropriate category of ‘looked after’ children, to an
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Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Jo Devine
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE code 302 3315
St Andrew’s CE
The Green, Totteridge N20 8NX
tel: 020 8445 6157 email: office@standrews.barnetmail.net
www.standrewstotteridge.co.uk
About the school In the event of having to choose between equal claimants
St Andrew’s serves our local community by providing in any over subscribed group, preference will be given to the
an education of the highest quality, within the context child who lives nearest to the front door of the school, as
of Christian belief and practice. We encourage children measured using the straight line mapping system operated
to develop an understanding of the meaning and significance by the LA as described in their admissions literature
of faith, and promote Christian and British values among and website. Where this distance measurement results
all our pupils. OfSTED (2011) say that St Andrew’s: ‘… in more than one child having an identical claim to the last
is a good school. Good levels of pastoral care, guidance available place as a result of living in flats, applicants will be
and support are effective in ensuring that pupils feel safe selected at random.
and well cared for and thrive in their personal development. The Governing Body welcomes all applications for
Pupils benefit from good relationships with staff and their admission from families who are in sympathy with the
behaviour is good, both in lessons and at play. ‘ ethos of a Christian Church School as laid out in our Vision
Statement: to become an outstanding school within a loving,
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
Christian community.
contact school for full criteria
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
Admission limit 60
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Maureen Kelly
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3504
St Catherine’s Catholic
Vale Drive, Barnet EN5 2ED
tel: 020 8440 4946 fax: 020 8441 3436 email: office@stcatherines.barnetmail.net
www.st-catherines.barnet.sch.uk
About the school Peter’s, New Barnet. In this criterion 25% places will be
St Catherine’s provides children of nursery and primary allocated to those living in this parish. Should there not be
school ages with a child-centered learning environment enough applicants to fill either of these quotas then the
where all children flourish socially, emotionally, academically, remaining places will be offered to the other parish.
physically and spiritually. Each child is encouraged to achieve Where the percentage allocation results in 0.5 of a place for
2
their full potential and celebrate their uniqueness. each parish, this place will be offered by random allocation
At the heart of this is our strong caring ethos based on 1. Baptised Catholic children, with a Certificate of Catholic
mutual respect and gospel values. Practice, resident outside the above two parishes
2. Other baptised Catholic children
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria 3. Other ‘looked after’ children and previously ‘looked after’
children who have been adopted or made subject to child
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
2. Baptised Catholic children, with a Certificate of Catholic 6. Children of other faiths whose application is supported by
Practice, who have a sibling at the school at the time a letter from their Religious Leader
of admission 7. any other children
3. Baptised Catholic children, with a Certificate of Catholic The Governing Body will give top priority, after the
Practice, who live in the parish of (A)Mary Immaculate appropriate category of ‘looked after’ children, to an
and St Gregory’s, High Barnet and (B) Mary Immaculate application where compelling evidence is provided at the
and St Peter’s, New Barnet who have a brother or sister time of application, from an appropriate professional such
who had attended this school and is still of school age at as a doctor, priest or social worker, of an exceptional social,
the time of application medical, pastoral or other need of the child, which can only
4. a) Baptised children, with a Certificate of Catholic be met at this school
Practice, who live in the parish of Mary Immaculate and St Where the offer of places to all the applicants
Gregory’s, High Barnet. In this criterion 75% places will be in any of the sub-categories listed above would still lead
allocated to those living in this parish to oversubscription, the places up to the admission number
b) Baptised children, with a Certificate of Catholic will be offered to those living nearest to the school as
Practice, who live in the parish of Mary Immaculate and St measured by the Local Authority.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Graham Gunn
Breakfast club No
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3307
St John’s CE N11
Crescent Road, Friern Barnet N11 3LB
tel: 020 8368 1154 fax: 020 8361 5039 email: office@stjohnsn11.barnetmail.net
www.st-johns-friernbarnet.barnet.sch.uk
About the school space provided in the ‘Supplementary Information Form.’
“This is an outstanding school. Pupils flourish in all aspects Priority will be given to families living within the parish of
of their academic achievement. The school’s thoughtful Friern Barnet
and wide-ranging promotion of pupils’ spiritual, moral, 5. children who live in the parish of Friern Barnet but whose
social and cultural development ensures that they mature parents or guardians regularly attend a Christian church
into responsible, caring members of the school and the other than the Church of England listed in ‘Churches
wider community. Achievement is outstanding. When they Together in Britain and Ireland’ or is a member of the
join the Early Years Foundation Stage, pupils make rapid Evangelical Alliance. References must be provided by
progress and this is sustained as they move through the the parish priest or minister in support of the application
school. Consequently, by the time they leave Year 6, almost using the relevant space provided in the ‘Supplementary
all groups of pupils achieve standards that are significantly Information Form’
above those of their peers nationally.” Ofsted Feb 2012 6. children who live outside the parish of Friern Barnet
but whose parents regularly attend a Christian church
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
other than the Church of England listed in ‘Churches
contact school for full criteria
Together in Britain and Ireland’ or is a member of the
If there are more applications than the number of places
‘Evangelical Alliance.’ References must be provided by
1
Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Curtis Sweetingham
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3309
St John’s CE N20
Swan Lane, Whetstone N20 0PL
tel: 020 8445 4693 email: office@stjohnsn20.barnetmail.net
www.stjohnsn20.barnet.sch.uk
About the school 4. Siblings of children at the school at the time of admission.
We are a friendly, nurturing, inclusive school that offers 5. Children whose parents or legal guardians are committed
children a huge breadth of experiences. Our Christian members of and regularly worship at the Parish Church of
ethos encourages pupils to care for each other, themselves St. John the Apostle, Whetstone.
and the wider community. We know that happy children 6. Children whose parents or legal guardians are
learn best and focus on giving them a positive start to their committed members of and regularly worship at another
education. We believe in having a growth mindset, with Anglican Church.
there being no limits to anyone’s progress; effort and hard 7. Children whose parents or legal guardians are committed
work are always recognised and rewarded. Achievements members of and regularly worship at a church or chapel
in all fields are celebrated, including sport, music, personal of another Christian denomination. Churches which
relationships, determination and learning. are accepted within this definition are those which are
members of “Churches Together in Britain and Ireland” or
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Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Irene Ciapryna
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3509
We are proud to be a part of a diverse community where those parishes but are on the electoral roll of St Mary’s
children have lots of opportunity to develop their own and Christ Church, St John’s or St. Matthias
understanding of the Christian faith as well as developing 5. children whose parents are committed* members of
their understanding about different beliefs and cultures. Churches or Chapels of other Christian denominations
defined as those identified with “Churches Together
At SMSJ, our aim is for all pupils to learn from an exciting
in Britain and Ireland” or who are a member of the
and engaging curriculum. Our performing arts specialism
Evangelical Alliance and reside within the Parishes of
helps pupils to develop their creativity, confidence and self-
St Mary’s and Christ Church (Hendon), St John’s (West
esteem and our site has lots of opportunities for outdoor
Hendon) or St. Matthias, Colindale
learning and play.
6. children whose parents are committed* members of
We support and nurture our pupils academically, emotionally
other faiths as identified by the Interfaith network of
and socially so that they are able to develop resilient
Britain and reside within the Parishes of St Mary’s
and respectful learning behaviour. We hope that children
and Christ Church (Hendon), St John’s (West Hendon)
who start in reception will carry on their learning journey right
or St. Matthias (Colindale) and whose faith leader/
through to the sixth form at SMSJ.
representatives are prepared to support this application
Oversubscription criteria (summary) 7. any remaining places will be offered on a geographical
contact school for full criteria basis, measuring the distance in a straight line from the
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Mel Adams
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 3312
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St Mary’s CE EN4
Littlegrove, East Barnet EN4 8SR
tel: 020 8449 5856 fax: 020 8440 6517 email: office@stmarysen4.barnetmail.net
www.stmarysen4-barnet.co.uk
About the school including natural born, adopted, step and foster son or
We are proud to be preparing today’s children for the daughter.)
challenges of the 21st Century, by providing a broad 4. children of parents/carers who are regular frequent
curriculum incorporating new technologies, numeracy, worshippers at St Mary’s East Barnet Parish Church. To
literacy, science, humanities, Religious Education, sport, be a ‘regular frequent worshipper’ a person is required
French and the arts. Our values as a church school form to have attended the church on at least least two
the basis of our emphasis on the development of the Sundays per month for the two years prior to application
whole child, socially, emotionally, culturally and spiritually. 5. children of parents/carers who are regular frequent
In partnership with St Mary’s Church, children have worshippers at Barnet Brookside Methodist Church or
opportunities to develop their understanding of the Christian East Barnet Baptist Church (both in East Barnet Parish)
faith, as well as learning about faiths and cultures. We enjoy 6. children of parents/carers who are regular frequent
seeing children succeed in many different ways working worshippers at another Christian Church* and who live
in partnership with parents and carers. in the parish of St Mary’s East Barnet, or in the parishes
of St James New Barnet, Holy Trinity Lyonsdown, or St
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria Mark’s Barnet Vale. (*Any Church which is a member
of, or is eligible to be a member of, Churches Together
1 If there are more applications than the number of places
in Britain and Ireland or the Evangelical Alliance)
available, places will be offered according to the following
order of priority: Note: In the case of criteria 4, 5 and 6 parish priests or
1. all ‘looked after’ children or children who were previously ministers will be asked to sign application forms to verify
‘looked after’ but immediately after being ‘looked after’ regular frequent attendance on at least two Sundays per
became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or month for the previous two years.
special guardianship order 7. any other children from the four parishes listed above
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Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Stefan Roos
Breakfast club Yes (Tuesday to Friday)
After-school club Yes
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3311
St Mary’s CE N3
Dollis Park, Finchley N3 1BT
tel: 020 8343 0866 fax: 020 8346 3825 email: office@stmarysn3.barnetmail.net
www.stmarysfinchley.co.uk
About the school a) Children whose parent(s) or those with parental
The school aims to serve its community by providing responsibility are faithful and regular worshippers at St.Mary-
an education of the highest quality within the context at-Finchley or St.Paul’s Finchley.
of Christian beliefs and practice. It encourages an b) Children whose parent(s) or those with parental
understanding of the meaning and significance of faith, responsibility are faithful and regular worshippers at another
and promotes Christian values through the experience it Anglican Church.
offers to all its pupils. c) Children whose parent(s) or those with parental
Oversubscription criteria (summary) responsibility are faithful and regular worshippers at Kensit
contact school for full criteria Evangelical Church, or a church which is a full or associate
Foundation places member of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland, or of
the Evangelical Alliance.
35 places will be offered to:
Open Places
1. ‘Looked after’ children, including those who were
adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or special If there are more than 25 applicants, places will be allocated
guardianship orders) immediately following having been according to the following criteria:
‘looked after’ 1. ‘Looked after’ children, including those who were
2. Children of staff members who have been employed adopted (or subject to child arrangements orders or
at the School for two or more years at the time at which special guardianship orders) immediately following
the application to the School is made or staff members having been ‘looked after’
who are recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a 2. Children of staff members who have been employed at
demonstrable skill shortage. the School for two or more years at the time at which
3. Children with known special medical or social needs. the application to the School is made or staff members
Written supporting evidence should be supplied, at the time who are recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is
of application, from a relevant professional, such as a doctor, a demonstrable skill shortage.
social worker or educational psychologist. * 3. Children with known special medical or social needs.
4. Children who will have a sibling in the school at the time Written supporting evidence should be supplied, at the
of admission time of application, from a relevant professional, such as
a doctor, social worker or educational psychologist.
5. The nearness of the child’s home to the school, measured
in a straight line from home to the school’s main entrance. 4. Children who will have a sibling in the school at the time
of admission
If there are more applicants than places within any category,
places will be allocated according to the following criteria: 5. The nearness of the child’s home to the school,
* The supporting evidence should state the reason why this particular school is measured in a straight line from home to the school’s
the most suitable and the difficulties that would be caused if the child had to go
main entrance.
to another school.
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Admission limit 30
Age range 3 – 11
Head Teacher Patricia West
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club No
Nursery class Yes DFE code 302 3313
St Paul’s CE N11
The Avenue, Friern Barnet N11 1NQ
tel: 020 8368 4839 fax: 020 8361 4240 email: office@stpaulsn11.barnetmail.net
www.stpaulsn11.org.uk
About the school services fortnightly for a period of not less than two years
At St Paul’s, great emphasis is placed on developing a before the date of the application for admission. Evidence
growing sense of self-esteem and respect for others through to verify this will be required from the Vicar (or, in the
the Christian ethos of our primary school. Everyone is event of an interregnum, from the Churchwardens).
encouraged to develop a collective respect for his or her 3. Children who have a brother or sister (this includes step,
school. We aim to give equal opportunity to all, regardless of half or adopted siblings who are living permanently at the
gender, race or religion. We prepare pupils to live and work same address) in the school at the time of admission.
harmoniously together, and to develop skills that will lead 4. Children whose parent/s are committed members of
them to achieve success in being the best they can be. We and frequently worship at other Anglican churches. To
aim for students to discover and develop their God-given fulfil this criteria the parent/s must be on the Electoral
abilities and their individual excellence. Roll of the church concerned and have attended Sunday
What Ofsted said about our school – Jan 2014: services fortnightly for a period of not less than two years
“Pupils have positive attitudes to learning. This helps before the date of the application for admission. Evidence
them to make good and sometimes outstanding progress, to verify this will be required from the Vicar (or, in the
Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Anthony David
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3314
St Paul’s CE NW7
The Ridgeway, Mill Hill NW7 1QU
tel: 020 8959 3412 fax: 020 8906 88789 email: office@stpaulsnw7.barnetmail.net
www.stpaulsnw7.barnet.sch.uk
About the school the Deanery of West Barnet, and for whom St Paul’s
St Paul’s is a thriving Voluntary Aided primary school serving is the nearest Church of England school. To fulfill this
the local community. We have an enthusiastic, highly criterion, the parent/s must be on the Electoral Roll of
motivated staff team who work hard to deliver a broad the Church concerned and have attended at least two
and creative curriculum firmly underpinned by Christian Sunday services a month for a period of not less than two
principles. We greatly value our close relationship with years before the date of the application for admission.
the clergy and the whole community of St Paul’s Church 4. Children who will have siblings at the school at the
which is situated next door to the school. We believe that time of admission. Siblings refer to all blood, half, step,
education is a partnership between home and school. Our adoptive and foster children who live at the same home
partnership with parents starts from the beginning of a address as the child already attending the school
child’s school life as we seek to nurture and extend the skills and will be attending the school at the time of the
and attributes which your child brings to school. That is not sibling’s attendance.
where your job ends and ours begins it is where our job 5. Children whose parent/s are committed members
starts and yours continues! of and frequently worship in Christian Churches
and Chapels in St Paul’s Parish, as recognised by the
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
Council of Churches for Britain and Ireland, and for whom
contact school for full criteria
St Paul’s is the nearest Church of England school. To fulfill
If there are more applications than the number of places
this criterion, parent/s must have attended at least two
1
Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Linda O’Melia
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3507
St Theresa’s Catholic
East End Road, Finchley N3 2TD
tel: 020 8346 8826 fax: 020 346 0215 email: office@sttheresas.barnetmail.net
www.st-theresas.barnet.sch.uk
About the school 6. Children of Catechumens and members of an Eastern
At St Theresa’s School it is our privilege and responsibility Christian Church.
to bring children to know God and understand the teaching 7. Christians of other denominations whose application is
and tradition of the Church. We are committed to offering a supported either by a certificate of baptism or by a letter
high quality educational experience to enable our children from their Minister of Religion confirming membership of
to become full contributing members of society. the faith community.
“St Theresa’s is a good school where pupils achieve well. 8. Children of other faiths whose application is supported
Pupils’ interests are at the heart of this school and they by a letter from their Religious Leader, confirming
are cared for, guided and supported exceptionally well. membership of the faith community.
The school benefits from the confidence of its parents 9. Any other children.
and carers, and works effectively to build and maintain very The Governing Body will give top priority, after the
constructive relationships with them.” Ofsted 2010 appropriate category of ‘looked after’ children and children
who were previously ‘looked after’ up until they became
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria subject to an ‘adoption’, ‘residence’ or ‘special
guardianship’ order to an application where compelling
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
Admission limit 45
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Marie Tuohy
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3506
St Vincent’s Catholic
The Ridgeway, Mill Hill NW7 1EJ
tel: 020 8959 3417 email: office@stvincents.barnet.sch.uk
www.stvincentscatholicprimarymillhill.org.uk
About the school 9. Children of other faiths whose application is supported by
St. Vincent’s Catholic Primary School is a 1.5 Form their Religious Leader.
Entry school set on The Ridgeway in Mill Hill offering an 10. Any other children.
educational experience based on the traditional teachings The Governing Body will give top priority, after the
and values of our faith so that they grow up to understand appropriate category of looked-after children, to an
their place as custodians of the world in which they live. application where compelling written evidence is provided
at the time of application, from an appropriate professional
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
contact school for full criteria such as a doctor, priest or social worker, of an exceptional
social, medical, pastoral or other need of the child, which
If there are more applications than the number of places
1
Admission limit 30
Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Louise Yarwood
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
3316
Trent CE
Churchway, Off Chalk Lane, Cockfosters EN4 9JH
tel: 020 8449 6875 fax: 020 8440 7731 email: office@trent.barnetmail.net
www.trentceprimaryschool.co.uk
About the school By regularly worship the Governors mean attendance at
A combination of high attainment and consistently good Christ Church at least twice a month. This will be verified by
progress means that pupils’ achievement is outstanding the Minister
and they are prepared exceptionally well for the next stage of 4. those children whose mother, father or guardian worship
their education. regularly at a church which is a member of the Churches
Together in Britain and Ireland or Evangelical Alliance
Oversubscription criteria (summary)
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Age range 4 – 11
Head Teacher Moira Anderson
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After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE codeXXX
DFEcode 302 XXXX
2049
Watling Park
Pavilion Way, Burnt Oak HA8 9YA
tel: 020 8353 4289 email: office@watlingparkschool.org.uk
www.watlingparkschool.org.uk
About the school Oversubscription criteria (summary)
At Watling Park School the education we offer ensures that contact school for full criteria
every pupil achieves confidence and success through high 2 If there are more applications than the number of places
quality educational experiences, with a broad, balanced available, places will be offered according to the following
and enriching curriculum that has an emphasis on core order of priority:
learning and a key focus on ICT. At Watling Park, pupils 1. ‘looked after’ children and previously ‘looked after’
develop the ability to communicate in an intelligent, articulate children. This category includes children in the care of
and confident manner. The pupils learn in a stimulating, safe the local authority as defined in the Children Act 1989
and welcoming environment with first class educational or children who have previously been ‘looked after’
experiences from which they will thrive. Our ultimate aim and immediately after being ‘looked after’ became
is to instil a love for learning and a desire to be motivated subject to adoption, child arrangements order or a
to enable the pupils to become proud of their achievements special guardianship order. Applications made under
and become responsible future citizens. this criterion must be accompanied by details of
Through Watling Park School’s high expectations for all
1
circumstance and professionally supported evidence.
children’s learning, there will be strong moral purpose 2. children with a sibling at the school at the time of
and a unique ethos of warmth and respect to educate admission
children who: 3. children of staff at the school
• show equality to others 4. proximity to the school as measured by the straight
line distance from the pupil’s home, to the main
• respect themselves and show respect to others
entrance point of the school using a GIS computerised
• understand the importance of learning and strive
mapping system
to achieve their best
In the event that two or more children live at the same
• understand the importance of making a positive
distance from the school, the tie breaker will be random
contribution to the community and to society as a whole
allocation, where the supervised drawing of lots by an
• communicate well with others and show consideration independent responsible person of good standing will
to others’ beliefs and points of view be used to decide which child(ren) will be allocated the
• present themselves with confidence and articulacy remaining place(s).
• take responsibility for their own actions
• develop the ability to show empathy, compassion
and give support to others
• develop a sense of pride in themselves and others.
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Admission limit 60
Age range 4 – 18
Head Teacher Michael Whitworth
Breakfast club Yes
After-school club Yes
Nursery class No DFE code 302 6906
Wren Academy
Hilton Avenue, North Finchley N12 9HB
tel: 020 8492 6000 fax: 020 8492 6010 email: firstcontact@wrenacademy.org
www.wrenacademy.org
About the school 3. Children who have a sibling attending Wren Academy
We are delighted to be offering places in the first ever in Reception - Year 12 at the time of application.
Reception classes in the Wren Academy primary phase. See Admissions Policy for the definition of a sibling.
The existing Wren Academy secondary school is amongst 4. The children of staff members at the Academy who are
the highest achieving schools in Barnet and has twice on a permanent contract of employment and have been
been graded outstanding by Ofsted. We are very excited so for a period of two or more years at the time at which
at the prospect of developing a primary phase in brand the application for admission to the school is made.
new buildings on our Hilton Avenue site. As with the Those admitted as LAC, previously LAC, medical, social
Wren Academy secondary, we anticipate that our primary or educational need, siblings or children of staff will be
phase will combine an exhilarating teaching experience allocated places from the 60 admission number first.
with principled and individualised social and spiritual The remaining places will be allocated equally between
guidance. Our primary school children will, as they progress Community and Foundation applicants, with the Community
through the school, have access to the specialist teachers places being offered first.
and facilities in our secondary phase, e.g. in sports, music 5. Community Places will be allocated to all applicants
and art. We anticipate that children joining us in Reception regardless of the faith background of the family. Places
will stay at the school all the way up to Year 13. will be allocated on the basis of the distance of the
2. Young people whom the Governors and Principal accept Distance is measured in a straight line from the student’s
have an exceptional medical, social or educational need home address to the Academy gate on Hilton Avenue, as
for a place at Wren Academy. See Admissions Policy for calculated by the local authority. Random allocation will be
the requirements to apply in this category. used as a tie breaker.
* 2 points
**1 point
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Glossary
This section explains some of the terms used
in this booklet. These definitions apply except
where individual schools define the terms in their
admission arrangements.
Admission Authority Parent
the local authority is the Admission Authority is the term used to refer to anyone who has parental
for community schools. The Governing Body responsibility for and care of a child in accordance
and academies.
Sibling
Admission limit refers to a brother or sister, half brother or sister, step
brother or sister, adopted brother or sister and foster
is the number of school places that is available in each
brother or sister living in the same family unit at
year group.
the same address. Cousins or other relatives are
not siblings.
Admissions criteria
are the conditions set by either the council or the
Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC)
governing bodies and are used to decide whether or
is the document setting out the educational provision
not a place can be offered to a child.
that will be made for a child with special educational
needs, as well as their health and social care needs.
‘Looked after’ children
The EHC replaces the Statement of Special Needs
are those being cared for by a local authority or under The Children and Families Act 2014. Parents
provided with accommodation by that authority are given a copy of the EHC and will be involved in the
in accordance with Section 22 of the Children Act review process.
1989. This Act only applies to England and Wales,
which means that a child has to be looked after by an
Supplementary Information Form (SIF)
English or Welsh local authority in order to be given
is the name of the form you may have to complete
priority for admission.
to be considered for faith schools or selective schools.
The school pages of this booklet tell you if a SIF is
Previously ‘looked after’ children
required. The form can be obtained from the relevant
are those who were adopted (or subject to child school or downloaded from their website and should
arrangements orders or special guardianship orders) be returned to that school.
immediately following having been ‘looked after’
Further information
Nursery admissions until the September following their fifth birthday.
However, at this point they will have missed a year
Children can start nursery classes attached to a
of school and will join a year group that is moving
primary school, or one of the nursery schools, in the
from Reception to Year 1. If parents wish to apply for
school term after they reach their third birthday.
their summer-born child to join the Reception class,
The four nursery schools in Barnet are:
1
with child care arrangements because of work separate junior school. These are:
or other commitments would not be grounds • The Annunciation Catholic Infant School
for priority under this category. Information not
• Brookland Infant School
provided at the time the application is submitted
may not be considere.d at a later date • Deansbrook Infant School
3. Children without a school place who live within • Dollis Infant School
Applicants who are not offered their first preference closest to the school when measuring distance
school on 18 April 2017 will be informed what in a straight line
happens next. 7. Children living outside the individual school’s
Offers of places at community junior schools will
4
defined area, with priority given to those living
be made to all applicants unless the number of closest to the school when measuring distance
applications for the school in question exceeds in a straight line.
the number of places available at the school. If a
community school is oversubscribed, the following Travel costs
criteria will be applied, in order, to allocate places: Help towards travel costs is rarely considered
5
1. Children without a local school who are ’looked necessary for pupils at primary school because:
after’ and children who were adopted (or • there will be a suitable school within 2 miles
subject to child arrangements orders or special distance of the pupil’s home
guardianship orders) immediately following having
• children of primary school age can travel free
been ‘looked after’
on buses in the greater London area.
2. Children who, when the applications are
Home-to-school travel arrangements can, however,
processed, attend the linked infant school
have a big impact on low-income families, particularly
3. Children whom the Director of Education
those with several children. Parents whose children
and Skills accepts have an exceptional medical,
are entitled to free school meals or who are in receipt
social or exceptional need that the school is
of their maximum level of Working Tax Credit may
particularly able to meet. Applications in this
apply for help with travel costs. Barnet’s Home-
category will be considered only if they are
to-School Transport Policy is available from the
supported by an attached written statement
Admissions Team.
from a doctor, social worker or other appropriate
professional which names the school. Parents
School uniform
must demonstrate that there is a very specific
connection between the child’s need and the School uniform plays a valuable role in contributing
particular school. Difficulties with child care to the ethos of a school. While schools are
arrangements because of work or other encouraged to consider the introduction of uniforms,
commitments would not be grounds for priority they are also expected to help limit their expense.
under this category. Information not provided at Parents on low incomes should not feel that the cost
the time the application is submitted may not be of a uniform means that they cannot apply for their
considered at a later date school of preference.
4. Children who live within the individual school’s Families having difficulty providing regulation school
defined area and who are without a school place uniform should discuss this with their chld’s school.
because they have moved There is no grant available from the local authority.
5. Children who, at the time of admission, have a
sibling living at the same address who already Contributions to school funds
attends the school, or the linked school in the and school trips
case of separate infant and junior schools.
There is no charge or cost related to the admission
Siblings would include half, step, adoptive
of a child to a school. While parents from low-
and foster siblings provided they also live at the
income families may feel concerned about the level
same address as the applicant
of voluntary contributions that schools request, this
6. Children living within the individual school’s should not deter them from expressing a preference
defined area, with priority given to those who live for a school. Parents are assured that, if they choose
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not to make voluntary contributions, their child will not stating where their child attends school. The best way
be disadvantaged. to contact the Education Welfare Team is via e-mail
ewt@barnet.gov.uk. There is also a telephone number
School Meals 020 8359 7684.
School attendance
By law, all children of statutory school age, 5 – 16
must receive full-time education. Parents are
responsible for ensuring that this happens either by
registering their child at a school or by making other
arrangements which provide suitable education.
Primary schools
in neighbouring authorities
The following is a list of primary schools located
in other authorities but within one mile of the Barnet
borough boundary.
If you are interested in any of these schools, Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
please contact the relevant local authority to obtain Coniston Gardens, NW9 0BD
further information about the school and its
admissions policy. Our Lady of Grace Catholic Infant School
Dollis Hill Lane, NW2 6EU
Brent
School Admissions Service, Brent Council Roe Green Infant School
Civic Centre, Engineers Way Princes Avenue, NW9 9JL
Hertfordshire
Admissions and Transport Team
County Hall (CHR102), Pegs Lane,
Hertford SG13 8DN
tel: 0300 123 4043
www.hertsdirect.org/admissions
Kenilworth Primary
Kenilworth Drive, Borehamwood WD6 1QL
Monksmead School
Hillside Avenue, Borehamwood WD6 1HL
issues including:
Information about educating your child at home can
• registered childcare in Barnet
be found at www.barnet.gov.uk/schools.
• schools and colleges, including school admissions
• parental support and courses National curriculum
• financial suppport available to help to pay Details can be found at:
for childcare https://www.gov.uk/national-curriculum/overview
• careers in childcare and childcare qualifications
• advice on starting and running a Ofsted reports
childcare business Ofsted reports on schools can be found at www.
• Directme - a family information directory ofsted.gov.uk and at Hendon Reference Library.
containing of many local activities You can download the reports for Barnet schools by
and organisations. visiting www.barnet.gov.uk/schools.
Admissions Team
Barnet Children’s Service
The London Borough of Barnet, Building 2,
North London Business Park,
Oakleigh Road South, London N11 1NP
tel: 020 8359 7651
fax: 0870 889 6799
email: school.admissions@barnet.gov.uk
www.barnet.gov.uk/schooladmissions
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Travelling to school
When choosing a new school it is good to also consider
how your child will travel to school.
Each school has a School Travel Plan (STP) which email: cycling@barnet.gov.uk or call 020 8359 4972 for
explains what the school is doing to encourage pupils advice on receiving cycle training as well as information
and their families to travel more sustainably, such as about local led rides and other cycling activities.
walking, cycling and using public transport. You can ask
Before a child can cycle on quieter residential roads
to see a copy of the school’s travel plan or you may find
they should have passed at least level 2 of the
a copy on the school’s website.
Bikeability course.
To find out more,
If you have to drive your child to school perhaps you
email: schooltravelplans@barnet.gov.uk
could car-share or park and stride:
or tel: 020 8359 7603
Walking Car-sharing
It is recommended that adults and children take 10,000 Some schools coordinate car-sharing lists so you could
steps a day. Walking to school can contribute to this enquire if the school can help you to find another family
as well as allowing them opportunities to develop road to car-share with. Information about appropriate car
safety skills and a chance to talk and socialise with seats for children and how to fit them can be found at:
families and friends. For directions and a map showing think.direct.gov.uk.
how to walk to any location go to www.walkit.com.
Park and stride
Walking bus Many schools have identified possible park and stride
Some schools run a walking bus where adults supervise locations where parents/carers can park their cars
groups of children as they walk along a set route. and walk the final part.