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Schools in N12, North Finchley

A postcode district in Barnet

  • Postcode district
  • 27 schools and nurseries

In short: N12, North Finchley is a postcode district in Barnet with 9 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries279 primary · 5 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in N12, North Finchley

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All N12, North Finchley primary schools

Top Primary Schools in N12, North Finchley

9 in N12, North Finchley, best first

Wren Academy Finchley

London, N12 9HB · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

215 first choices, 113 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
5.2%
Pupils
1,623
Pupils per teacher
18.0
View school Wren Academy Finchley

Woodridge Primary School

London, N12 7HE · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results well above the England average.

36 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1179%

England 62%

Days missed
3.8%
Pupils
208
Pupils per teacher
23.0
View school Woodridge Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in N12, North Finchley

5 in N12, North Finchley, best first

Wren Academy Finchley

London, N12 9HB · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

215 first choices, 113 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
5.2%
Pupils
1,623
Pupils per teacher
18.0
View school Wren Academy Finchley

The Compton School

London, N12 0QG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

204 first choices, 204 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1655.5

England 46.2

Days missed
5.7%
Pupils
1,381
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school The Compton School
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Nurseries in N12, North Finchley

13 in N12, North Finchley, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in N12, North Finchley

6 in N12, North Finchley, by the school's Eduscope score

Wren Academy Finchley

London, N12 9HB · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

215 first choices, 113 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
5.2%
Pupils
1,623
Pupils per teacher
18.0
View school Wren Academy Finchley

The Compton School

London, N12 0QG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

204 first choices, 204 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1655.5

England 46.2

Days missed
5.7%
Pupils
1,381
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school The Compton School

Special Schools in N12, North Finchley

1 in N12, North Finchley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Holmewood School

London, N12 8SH · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
92
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Holmewood School

Private Schools in N12, North Finchley

1 in N12, North Finchley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Holmewood School

London, N12 8SH · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
92
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Holmewood School
The map

Every school in N12, North Finchley, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Frith Manor Primary School, GoodNorthside Primary School, GoodMoss Hall Infant School, GoodWoodridge Primary School, Good or betterOur Lady of Lourdes RC School, GoodSt Michael's Catholic Grammar School, OutstandingFinchley Catholic High School, GoodWren Academy Finchley, OutstandingThe Holmewood School, InspectedThe Compton School, OutstandingSummerside Primary Academy, GoodSacks Morasha Jewish Primary School, GoodWoodhouse College, OutstandingImperial College London Mathematics SchoolCupcakes Nursery, GoodPuddleducks North Finchley, GoodBright Horizons North Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool, OutstandingSouthover Pre-School, Expected standard in every areaUnity Montessori Nursery, OutstandingMace Montessori Nursery, GoodAcorn BabiesWhetstone Montessori Nursery, Expected standard in every areaStarlings NurseryChabad of FinchleyLavendale Montessori, GoodLaurel Way Playgroup, GoodFinchley Reform Synagogue Kindergarten, Good
  • Outstanding6
  • Good13
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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Living here

What it's like for families

N12, North Finchley has 27 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about N12, North Finchley

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How many schools are in N12, North Finchley?

N12, North Finchley has 27 schools, including 9 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in N12, North Finchley?

The highest-ranked schools in N12, North Finchley on Eduscope are Wren Academy Finchley, St Michael's Catholic Grammar School, Woodridge Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in N12, North Finchley?

There is 1 independent school in N12, North Finchley, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in N12, North Finchley?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 27 schools in N12, North Finchley by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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