Northgate School

URN: 133749 • Edgware HA8 0AD

Overview

Name
Northgate School
URN
133749
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
57.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02082894777
Website
Visit
Address
Edgware Community Hospital, Edgware HA8 0AD

Summary

Northgate School is a local authority-maintained pupil referral unit located in Edgware, Barnet, specifically designed for young people aged 13 to 19 facing mental health challenges. Situated within the grounds of Edgware Community Hospital, the school provides a supportive environment tailored to meet the complex needs of its eight students. With a high student-to-staff ratio and small class sizes, Northgate focuses on personalised learning, helping students re-engage with education and transition back to mainstream schooling or post-16 providers.

The curriculum at Northgate is flexible and designed to accommodate individual learning outcomes. Students are offered a range of GCSE subjects, Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths, and the AQA Unit Award scheme to recognise their achievements. Assessments are conducted upon entry to set realistic, tailored targets, ensuring that each student receives appropriate support and feedback on their progress.

Northgate's ethos centres on understanding and compassion, with a dedicated team experienced in working with young people with diverse mental health needs. The school aims to create a nurturing community where students can thrive academically and personally, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement.

Key details

LA
Barnet
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
8
Boys
2
Girls
6
FSM %
71.40
Open date
2002-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Middlesex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 8 2 6 71.40
2024-09-11 10 2 8 42.90
2023-09-11 5 0 5 66.70
2022-09-11 5 0 5 66.70
2021-09-11 10 2 8 60.00
2020-09-11 7 1 6 0.00

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