Underhill School
91%
Capacity
462
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Underhill School
Underhill School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 462 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 510 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Underhill School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Reed and Nicola Hayles, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5986th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 80 in Barnet.
Underhill School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 39 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Underhill School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Underhill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mays Lane, Barnet, Barnet, EN5 2LZ |
| Headteacher | Jennie Reed and Nicola Hayles |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 510 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5986th of 13,686
Nationally
1040th of 1,592
In London
61st of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
65%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mays Lane, Barnet
Barnet, EN5 2LZ
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