Manorside Primary School
76%
Capacity
236
Pupils
5.9x
Demand
About Manorside Primary School
Manorside 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 236 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Manorside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andy Griffiths, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2813th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 80 in Barnet.
Manorside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 172 applications for 29 places, making it 5.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manorside Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Manorside 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 | Squires Lane, London, Barnet, N3 2AB |
| Headteacher | Andy Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 310 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2813th of 13,686
Nationally
595th of 1,592
In London
38th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
75%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
172
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Squires Lane, London
Barnet, N3 2AB
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