Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children
URN: 100091 • London N1C 4BT
Overview
- Name
- Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children
- URN
- 100091
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dani Sive (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02073917040
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 4 Wollstonecraft Street, London N1C 4BT
Summary
Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children is a community special school located in Camden, London, dedicated to providing a bilingual education in British Sign Language (BSL) and English. With a capacity of 35 pupils, the school emphasizes individualised support to help children develop into independent learners with a strong sense of Deaf identity. The school’s ethos prioritises high self-esteem and confidence, enabling students to thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of deaf children, focusing on holistic progress from Early Years to Key Stage 2. Frank Barnes is recognised as a Centre of Excellence, offering a creative learning environment that fosters effective communication and celebrates diversity within the Deaf community. The school encourages parental involvement, particularly in learning BSL, to enhance the educational experience.
In partnership with Kings Cross Academy, Frank Barnes provides collaborative learning opportunities and engages with the wider community. The school has consistently received 'Outstanding' ratings from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and the well-being of its pupils.
The curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of deaf children, focusing on holistic progress from Early Years to Key Stage 2. Frank Barnes is recognised as a Centre of Excellence, offering a creative learning environment that fosters effective communication and celebrates diversity within the Deaf community. The school encourages parental involvement, particularly in learning BSL, to enhance the educational experience.
In partnership with Kings Cross Academy, Frank Barnes provides collaborative learning opportunities and engages with the wider community. The school has consistently received 'Outstanding' ratings from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and the well-being of its pupils.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 35
- Pupils
- 35
- Boys
- 16
- Girls
- 19
- FSM %
- 42.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 35 | 16 | 19 | 35 | 42.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 36 | 15 | 21 | 35 | 57.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 37 | 14 | 23 | 35 | 50.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 37 | 14 | 23 | 35 | 50.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 36 | 14 | 22 | 35 | 52.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 32 | 13 | 19 | 35 | 43.80 |
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