St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7
St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony David, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% 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 1042nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 80 in Barnet.
St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7 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 | The Ridgeway, London, Barnet, NW7 1QU |
| Headteacher | Anthony David |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.4% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1042nd of 13,686
Nationally
265th of 1,592
In London
14th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
83%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE Primary School NW7
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Contact Information
The Ridgeway, London
Barnet, NW7 1QU
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