St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet
100%
Capacity
217
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet
St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Constantinou, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6549th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 80 in Barnet.
St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 29 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Littlegrove, Barnet, Barnet, EN4 8SR |
| Headteacher | Maria Constantinou |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 218 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6549th of 13,686
Nationally
1109th of 1,592
In London
64th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
63%
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
8Facilities 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
120
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet
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Contact Information
Littlegrove, Barnet
Barnet, EN4 8SR
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