Brookland Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
304
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Brookland Infant and Nursery School
Brookland Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 304 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 322 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brookland Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brenda McCafferty, it falls under Barnet local authority.
Brookland Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 234 applications for 87 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brookland Infant and Nursery School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Brookland Infant and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hill Top, Hill Top, Hampstead Garden Suburb, Barnet, NW11 6EJ |
| Headteacher | Brenda McCafferty |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 304 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 304 / 322 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
234
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hill Top, Hill Top, Hampstead Garden Suburb
Barnet, NW11 6EJ
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