St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
431
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 458 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Susan O'Reilly, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2508th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 80 in Barnet.
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 128 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (136 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Agnes' Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, St Agnes' Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Thorverton Road, London, Barnet, NW2 1RG |
| Headteacher | Susan O'Reilly |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.8% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 458 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2508th of 13,686
Nationally
549th of 1,592
In London
36th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
136 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
128
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Thorverton Road, London
Barnet, NW2 1RG
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