Monkfrith Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Monkfrith Primary School
Monkfrith Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Monkfrith Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jude Deasey, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1464th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 80 in Barnet.
Monkfrith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 221 applications for 59 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 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 Monkfrith Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Monkfrith 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Knoll Drive, London, Barnet, N14 5NG |
| Headteacher | Jude Deasey |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1464th of 13,686
Nationally
355th of 1,592
In London
25th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
221
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Knoll Drive, London
Barnet, N14 5NG
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