SchoolScoresMenorah High School for Girls
Voluntary aided school · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Girls only · Jewish · Sixth form
105 Brook Road, London, NW2 7BZ
020 8208 0500 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 26 February 2019.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 4 December 2024: Ofsted found the school had improved significantly.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
65 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025.
Barnet comparisons use the 13 of its 30 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 17 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 1st highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 99% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100% | 89% | 89% |
| My child feels safe at this school 1st highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 99% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100% | 91% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved Joint 1st highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 98% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 98% | 86% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 10 parents whose child had been bullied Joint 2nd highest of 12 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 80% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 60% | 51% | 51% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 45 parents who had raised a concern 1st highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 100% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 98% | 77% | 76% |
| My child with SEND gets the support they needOf 14 parents of children with SEND 1st highest of 4 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 99% of 789 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 93% | 66% | 68% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 1st highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 99% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 100%said yes | 86% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 16%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Barnet figures pool parents at the Barnet schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
59 pupils in this year group.
85% — 22 points above the Barnet average, and 39 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 85% | 63% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 66.7 | 56.7 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 6.4 | 5.3 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
53 pupils in this year group.
98% — 3 points above the Barnet average, and 6 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 98% | 95% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 91% | 63% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | 9% | 13% |
| Further education college | 8% | 20% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 0% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 96% | 98% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
32 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B | B | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 34% | 41% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 67% | 67% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 40.6 | 39.6 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
14 subjects, 90 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 15 | 13% | 20% | 19% |
| Mathematics | 14 | 0% | 50% | 40% |
| Biology | 13 | 8% | 23% | 27% |
| History | 10 | 20% | 50% | 23% |
| Economics | 7 | 0% | 0% | 26% |
| English Literature | 7 | 14% | 14% | 23% |
| Chemistry | 6 | 0% | 17% | 30% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Other Classical Languages, Art and Design (Photography), Modern Hebrew, Art and Design (Fine Art), French, Religious Studies, Sociology.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
34 students in this year group.
41% — 38 points below the Barnet average, and 38 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 41% | 79% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 2% | 7% |
| Work | 41% | 16% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 26% | 41% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
43 students in this year group.
47% — 30 points below the Barnet average, and 13 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 47% | 77% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 14% | 37% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 48% | 47% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Barnet. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 53 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 75 |
| Of those, offered a place | 53 (71%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 90 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.2 · 2025: 1.6 · 2026: 1.4
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Jewish school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 28th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 2% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 4.0% | 26.7%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 19th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 38% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 2.5% | 3.4%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 66% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.9% | 10.0%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 26th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 58% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.4% | 41.1%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 21st lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 58% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.9% | 6.7%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 28th lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 8% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 35.4% | 18.7%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils Joint 1st lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 99% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 0.0 | 9.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once Joint 1st lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 99% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 0.0% | 5.6% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.08% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 26th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 1% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 11.8 | 15.6 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 24th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 10% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.7 | 11.7 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 22nd highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 30% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 10.2% | 16.3%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- E-ACT Crest Academy 0.1 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 6 expected, 1 needs attention · 36% grade 5+ English and maths
- North Brent School 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024)
- Beis Medrash Elyon 1.1 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 5 needs attention
- Clarion 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2017), confirmed 2022 · 37% grade 5+ English and maths
- Hampstead School 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 43% grade 5+ English and maths
- Lycee International de Londres 1.5 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Harris Lowe Academy Willesden 1.6 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 40% grade 5+ English and maths
- Michaela Community School 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2017), confirmed 2023 · 97% grade 5+ English and maths
- Saint Claudine's Catholic School for Girls 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2013), confirmed 2022 · 40% grade 5+ English and maths
- Wentworth College 1.7 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Outstanding (2025) · 27% A*/A at A level
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Menorah High School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Menorah High School for Girls was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 26 February 2019. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 4 December 2024, Ofsted found the school had improved significantly.
How did Menorah High School for Girls do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 85% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 39 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Menorah High School for Girls?
100% of the 65 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025 said they would recommend Menorah High School for Girls to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Menorah High School for Girls oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 75 families put Menorah High School for Girls as their first choice for 53 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 53 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 142627.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 3 September 2024 to 1 September 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.