Hollickwood Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Hollickwood Primary School
Hollickwood Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hollickwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Kennedy, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7332nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 80 in Barnet.
Hollickwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 7 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 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 Hollickwood Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Hollickwood 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Sydney Road, London, Barnet, N10 2NL |
| Headteacher | Joanne Kennedy |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.4% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7332nd of 13,686
Nationally
1206th of 1,592
In London
70th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
61%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
25
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 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
Sydney Road, London
Barnet, N10 2NL
Journey to School
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