Trent CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Trent CofE Primary School
Trent CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Chrissy Vassiliou, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2148th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 80 in Barnet.
Trent CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 29 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Trent CofE Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Tennis, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Trent CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Way, Cockfosters, Barnet, Barnet, EN4 9JH |
| Headteacher | Chrissy Vassiliou |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2148th of 13,686
Nationally
472nd of 1,592
In London
34th of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
77%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trent CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Way, Cockfosters, Barnet
Barnet, EN4 9JH
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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