Danegrove Primary School
98%
Capacity
616
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Danegrove Primary School
Danegrove 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 616 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Danegrove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorita Oliver, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6693rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 80 in Barnet.
Danegrove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 57 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Danegrove Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Danegrove 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 | Windsor Drive, Barnet, Barnet, EN4 8UD |
| Headteacher | Lorita Oliver |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 616 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 616 / 630 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6693rd of 13,686
Nationally
1128th of 1,592
In London
66th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
63%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
149
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Windsor Drive, Barnet
Barnet, EN4 8UD
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