SchoolScoresSt Mary's and St John's CofE School
Academy · All-through, ages 3 to 18 · Mixed · Church of England · Nursery class · Sixth form
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Bennett House, Sunningfields Road, Hendon, London, NW4 4QR
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Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 28 February 2024. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
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 | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
176 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 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 6th highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 67% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 88% | 89% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school 8th highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 61% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 89% | 91% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 6th highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 73% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 87% | 86% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 80 parents whose child had been bullied Joint 7th highest of 12 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 42% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 47% | 51% | 50% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 147 parents who had raised a concern 8th highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 70% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 78% | 77% | 76% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent Joint 8th highest of 13 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnet. Higher than 58% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 83%said yes | 86% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. 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
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
89 pupils in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
76% — 4 points above the Barnet average, and 14 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 76% | 72% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 22% | 14% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 89% | 84% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 83% | 78% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 90% | 83% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 109 | 108 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 109 | 108 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
174 pupils in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
51% — 13 points below the Barnet average, and 5 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 51% | 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. | 50.7 | 56.7 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.7 | 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.
180 pupils in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
96% — about the same as the Barnet average, and 4 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. | 96% | 95% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 56% | 63% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 11% | 9% | 13% |
| Further education college | 25% | 20% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 96% | 96% |
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
58 A level students in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | B | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 19% | 41% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 46% | 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. | 31.7 | 39.6 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
18 subjects, 176 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 12% | 36% | 40% |
| Biology | 24 | 8% | 13% | 27% |
| Psychology | 20 | 5% | 25% | 19% |
| Economics | 16 | 0% | 31% | 26% |
| Sociology | 15 | 0% | 7% | 20% |
| Physics | 14 | 0% | 14% | 31% |
| Chemistry | 13 | 0% | 15% | 30% |
| English Literature | 11 | 0% | 9% | 23% |
| Business Studies:Single | 10 | 0% | 20% | 16% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 8 | 0% | 25% | 59% |
| Religious Studies | 7 | 0% | 0% | 22% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Computer Studies / Computing, Geography, Art and Design, Government and Politics, History, Persian, Spanish.
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.
47 students in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
85% — 6 points above the Barnet average, and 6 points above 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. | 85% | 79% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 2% | 7% |
| Work | 6% | 16% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 84% | 85% |
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.
30 students in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 103119), before it changed to its current form.
90% — 13 points above the Barnet average, and 30 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnet | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 90% | 77% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 30% | 37% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 92% | 90% |
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 (Year 7)?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 2 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 81 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 164 |
| Of those, offered a place | 69 (42%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 541 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.3 · 2025: 1.5 · 2026: 2.0
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.
How hard is it to get in (Reception)?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 55 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 49 |
| Of those, offered a place | 49 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 149 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.8 · 2025: 0.7 · 2026: 0.9
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 Church of England 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 14th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 53% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 28.5% | 26.7%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 16th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 57% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.2% | 3.4%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 8th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 47% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 13.3% | 10.0%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 2nd highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 98% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 72.6% | 41.1%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 12th lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 76% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 6.8% | 6.7%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 12th lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 71% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 19.1% | 18.7%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 22nd lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 53% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 13.4 | 9.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 20th lowest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Lower than 44% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 7.4% | 5.6% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.08% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 4th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 69% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 17.7 | 15.6 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 18th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 42% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.5 | 11.7 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 16th highest of 28 state secondary schools in Barnet. Higher than 55% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 14.1% | 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
- Brampton College 0.3 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 43% A*/A at A level
- Tiferes High School 0.4 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024)
- Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls 0.5 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2025) · 36% A*/A at A level
- Hendon School 0.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 45% grade 5+ English and maths
- Hasmonean High School for Boys 0.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 74% grade 5+ English and maths
- North London Grammar School 0.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Talmud Torah Tiferes Shlomo 0.8 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024)
- Hasmonean High School for Girls 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 84% grade 5+ English and maths
- St James' Catholic High School 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2017), confirmed 2022 · 56% grade 5+ English and maths
- Wentworth College 0.9 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 St Mary's and St John's CofE School's Ofsted rating?
St Mary's and St John's CofE School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 28 February 2024.
How did St Mary's and St John's CofE School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 51% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 5 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend St Mary's and St John's CofE School?
83% of the 176 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 2025 said they would recommend St Mary's and St John's CofE School to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is St Mary's and St John's CofE School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 164 families put St Mary's and St John's CofE School as their first choice for 81 places: about 2 first-choice applications for every place. 69 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 151504.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 1 January 2024 to 6 January 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25, 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.