- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
56 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 431
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
Schools in N3, Finchley
A postcode district in Barnet
- Postcode district
- 23 schools and nurseries
In short: N3, Finchley is a postcode district in Barnet with 9 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries239 primary · 1 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All N3, Finchley primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in N3, 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.
Top Primary Schools in N3, Finchley
9 in N3, Finchley, best first
- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 474
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.6
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
45 first choices, 28 offers made
Met the standard at 1186%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.8%
- Pupils
- 217
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.5
Secondary Schools in N3, Finchley
1 in N3, Finchley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Pardes House Grammar School
London, N3 1SA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Boys
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1616.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 275
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in N3, Finchley
13 in N3, Finchley, highest Ofsted grade first
Shofar Daycare Nursery
London, N3 2SY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bright Horizons Finchley Central Day Nursery and Preschool
London, N3 1XE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Early Learning Years Nursery
London, N3 1QN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Private Schools in N3, Finchley
2 in N3, Finchley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Finchley and Acton Yochien School
London, N3 1UE · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 6
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 43
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Pardes House Grammar School
London, N3 1SA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Boys
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1616.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 275
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in N3, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good11
- Not graded yet11
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.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every N3, Finchley school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
N3, Finchley has 23 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.
Keep up with schools in N3, Finchley
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Questions
Questions parents ask about N3, Finchley
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How many schools are in N3, Finchley?
N3, Finchley has 23 schools, including 9 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 13 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in N3, Finchley?
The highest-ranked schools in N3, Finchley on Eduscope are St Mary's CofE Primary School, Moss Hall Junior School, Chalgrove 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 N3, Finchley?
There are 2 independent schools in N3, Finchley. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in N3, Finchley on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in N3, Finchley?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 23 schools in N3, 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.