Childs Hill Primary School
133%
Capacity
458
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Childs Hill Primary School
Childs Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (133% of 345 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Childs Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Skillett, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 80 in Barnet.
Childs Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 57 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Childs Hill Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Childs Hill Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dersingham Road, London, Barnet, NW2 1SL |
| Headteacher | Martin Skillett |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 345 (133% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9655th of 13,686
Nationally
1381st of 1,592
In London
76th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
120
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dersingham Road, London
Barnet, NW2 1SL
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