The Annunciation Catholic Infant School
78%
Capacity
181
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Annunciation Catholic Infant School
The Annunciation Catholic Infant School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 181 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Annunciation Catholic Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J O'Prey, it falls under Barnet local authority.
The Annunciation Catholic Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 35 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Annunciation Catholic Infant School include Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, The Annunciation Catholic Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Thirleby Road, Edgware, Barnet, HA8 0HQ |
| Headteacher | J O'Prey |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 232 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thirleby Road, Edgware
Barnet, HA8 0HQ
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