St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
60%
Capacity
158
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
St Theresa's 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 158 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Theresa's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Barbara Costa, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 594th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 80 in Barnet.
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 9 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
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 Theresa's Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, St Theresa's 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 | East End Road, London, Barnet, N3 2TD |
| Headteacher | Barbara Costa |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 262 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
594th of 13,686
Nationally
135th of 1,592
In London
6th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
87%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
49
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
East End Road, London
Barnet, N3 2TD
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