Cromer Road Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Cromer Road Primary School
Cromer Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Cromer Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dana O'Donnell, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3972nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 80 in Barnet.
Cromer Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 174 applications for 58 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cromer Road Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Cromer Road 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cromer Road, Barnet, Barnet, EN5 5HT |
| Headteacher | Dana O'Donnell |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3972nd of 13,686
Nationally
773rd of 1,592
In London
47th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
71%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
174
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cromer Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Cromer Road, Barnet
Barnet, EN5 5HT
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