Edgware Primary School
92%
Capacity
448
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Edgware Primary School
Edgware 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 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 489 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edgware Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Jacob, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5904th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 80 in Barnet.
Edgware Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 46 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edgware Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Edgware 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 | Heming Road, Edgware, Barnet, HA8 9AB |
| Headteacher | Alison Jacob |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.4% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 489 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5904th of 13,686
Nationally
1028th of 1,592
In London
60th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
65%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
144
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heming Road, Edgware
Barnet, HA8 9AB
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