Underhill School
URN: 101301 • Barnet EN5 2LZ
Overview
- Name
- Underhill School
- URN
- 101301
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennie Reed and Nicola Hayles (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02084492423
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mays Lane, Barnet EN5 2LZ
Summary
Underhill School is a community primary school located in Barnet, Hertfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 462 pupils, with a capacity of 510. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children are supported and challenged to excel academically and personally. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, Underhill prioritises the well-being and development of each child, ensuring they are at the heart of all activities and initiatives.
The curriculum at Underhill includes a comprehensive approach to English, Maths, and PSHE, alongside a focus on language and communication. The school offers Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provisions for nursery and reception, welcoming children from the age of two. Regular school tours are available for prospective parents, particularly for those seeking nursery and reception placements for September 2026.
Underhill School also emphasizes the importance of attendance, recognising its impact on long-term academic success. The school actively engages with the community through various initiatives and support services, including a Children's Centre and a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), fostering a strong sense of community involvement and support.
The curriculum at Underhill includes a comprehensive approach to English, Maths, and PSHE, alongside a focus on language and communication. The school offers Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provisions for nursery and reception, welcoming children from the age of two. Regular school tours are available for prospective parents, particularly for those seeking nursery and reception placements for September 2026.
Underhill School also emphasizes the importance of attendance, recognising its impact on long-term academic success. The school actively engages with the community through various initiatives and support services, including a Children's Centre and a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), fostering a strong sense of community involvement and support.
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Nearby alternatives
- Monken Hadley CofE Primary School (68.8)
- Trent CofE Primary School (68.6)
- Livingstone Primary and Nursery School (66.1)
- Whitings Hill Primary School (65.9)
- St Catherine's RC School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Barnet
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 510
- Pupils
- 462
- Boys
- 243
- Girls
- 219
- FSM %
- 39.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 462 | 243 | 219 | 510 | 39.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 493 | 258 | 235 | 510 | 38.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 525 | 287 | 238 | 600 | 35.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 525 | 287 | 238 | 540 | 35.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 479 | 244 | 235 | 540 | 32.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 512 | 262 | 250 | 600 | 26.40 |
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