Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School
95%
Capacity
218
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School
Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School is a state-funded Jewish primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Miriam Kaye, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1113th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 80 in Barnet.
Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 29 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish 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 | Jewish |
| Address | 68 Hale Lane, London, Barnet, NW7 3RT |
| Headteacher | Miriam Kaye |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.8% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 230 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1113th of 13,686
Nationally
285th of 1,592
In London
19th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
82%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
68 Hale Lane, London
Barnet, NW7 3RT
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