Akiva School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Akiva School
Akiva School is a state-funded Jewish primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Akiva School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Silver, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 456th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 80 in Barnet.
Akiva School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 59 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Akiva School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 0.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Akiva School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Jewish |
| Address | 80 East End Road, London, Barnet, N3 2SY |
| Headteacher | Claire Silver |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 0.5% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
456th of 13,686
Nationally
108th of 1,592
In London
4th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
92%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Akiva School
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Contact Information
80 East End Road, London
Barnet, N3 2SY
Journey to School
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