Deansbrook Infant School
81%
Capacity
218
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Deansbrook Infant School
Deansbrook Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Deansbrook Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carole Catley, it falls under Barnet local authority.
Deansbrook Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 56 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Deansbrook Infant School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Deansbrook Infant 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 | Hale Drive, London, Barnet, NW7 3ED |
| Headteacher | Carole Catley |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 270 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hale Drive, London
Barnet, NW7 3ED
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