East Barnet School
URN: 136658 • Barnet EN4 8PU
Overview
- Name
- East Barnet School
- URN
- 136658
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EAST BARNET SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leann Swaine (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02083442100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chestnut Grove, Barnet EN4 8PU
Summary
East Barnet School is a mixed secondary academy located in Barnet, serving approximately 1,427 students with a capacity of 1,445. Established over 85 years ago, the school is currently led by Headteacher Leann Swaine, who has been in position since 2018. The school prides itself on its strong educational ethos and commitment to student well-being, having achieved the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools 'School Mental Health Award' at Silver Level.
The curriculum at East Barnet School is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, with a focus on academic excellence. The Sixth Form has been recognised as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted and consistently ranks in the top 10% nationally for exam results, reflecting the school's dedication to high academic standards. Additionally, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services to enhance student engagement and development.
East Barnet School fosters a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as the Parent Teacher and Friends Association (PTFA). The school also provides various resources for parents, including information on admissions, educational support, and opportunities for students to thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at East Barnet School is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, with a focus on academic excellence. The Sixth Form has been recognised as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted and consistently ranks in the top 10% nationally for exam results, reflecting the school's dedication to high academic standards. Additionally, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services to enhance student engagement and development.
East Barnet School fosters a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as the Parent Teacher and Friends Association (PTFA). The school also provides various resources for parents, including information on admissions, educational support, and opportunities for students to thrive both academically and personally.
Useful links
- The Governors (governance)
- SEN Admissions (sen)
- Staff Absence Request (sen)
- Term Dates & Calendar (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- In-Year Admissions (other)
- Year 6 – 7 Admissions (other)
- Sixth Form Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet (79.1)
- Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet (70.2)
- Southgate School (70.2)
- Southgate School (65.1)
- Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Barnet
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- EAST BARNET SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1445
- Pupils
- 1427
- Boys
- 795
- Girls
- 632
- FSM %
- 21.60
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1427 | 795 | 632 | 1445 | 21.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1409 | 768 | 641 | 1445 | 19.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1461 | 811 | 650 | 1445 | 16.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1461 | 811 | 650 | 1445 | 16.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1421 | 780 | 641 | 1350 | 15.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1386 | 762 | 624 | 1350 | 12.90 |
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