Finchley Catholic High School

URN: 101362 • London N12 8TA

Overview

Name
Finchley Catholic High School
URN
101362
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Niamh Arnull (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02084450105
Website
Visit
Address
Woodside Lane, London N12 8TA

Summary

Finchley Catholic High School is a voluntary aided secondary school for boys located in Barnet, London, with a current enrolment of 1,192 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its Catholic ethos, which emphasizes humility, respect for human dignity, compassion, and justice. The school aims to ensure that all students feel valued and secure, promoting both academic success and personal well-being.

The curriculum at Finchley Catholic High School is designed to enhance student progress and achievement, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality learning opportunities across various subjects. The school has received positive recognition for its GCSE results and Progress 8 scores, indicating effective educational outcomes for its students.

Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with events such as fundraising activities and celebrations of diversity, including Black History Month. The school also prioritizes mental health and emotional support, featuring initiatives like the presence of a therapy dog to assist students and staff alike. Finchley Catholic High School strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Barnet
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1192
Boys
1103
Girls
89
FSM %
13.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1192 1103 89 1200 13.70
2024-09-11 1198 1104 94 1200 12.30
2023-09-11 1199 1129 70 1200 10.60
2022-09-11 1199 1129 70 1200 10.60
2021-09-11 1213 1123 90 1200 8.20
2020-09-11 1204 1119 85 1200 6.60

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