Local Schools in Friern Barnet

Primary Schools:

Holly Park Primary School

Bellevue Road, Friern Barnet, London N11 3HG
office@hollypark.barnetmail.net | 020 8368 1434

“We are a happy, ambitious and inclusive school and I am very proud to be the Headteacher of such a richly diverse school community in which families of different languages, cultures and religions learn together in harmony. I can’t imagine a nicer place to work!” – Ann Pelham, Headteacher

 

Garfield Primary School

Upper Park Road, London N11 1BH
office@garfield.enfield.sch.uk | 020 8368 4500

“…This year we were delighted to be in the top 6% of all schools nationally for our progress which was outstanding progress.
We are at a very exciting time in our history as we are building a brand new school within our current school grounds (on the adjoining field). We plan to move into our new school building in the New Year. Our pupils, staff, parents and governors will all play an important part in shaping our new school and we are determined that it will be seen as a beacon of excellence and at the very heart of the local community.” – Karen Khwaja, Headteacher

 

St. Paul’s C of E Primary School

The Avenue, Friern Barnet, London N11 1NQ
office@stpaulsn11.barnetmail.net | 020 8368 4839

“We are a small, friendly school providing a happy, caring and stable learning environment where high standards can be achieved by children of all abilities. We are committed to providing a quality education which challenges all children and enables each child to become motivated and eager to succeed.
… Our Christian values have a daily influence on all that we do and we are very proud of our close relationship with St Paul's Church.” – Mrs. P M D West, Headteacher

 

Bowes Primary School

Bowes Road, New Southgate, N11 2HL
sarah.turner@bowesleaningalliance.org | 020 8368 2552

“Our staff and children love to come to school and learn together. Our ethos, values and innovative curriculum ensure that the children are at the heart of everything we do. We feel that Bowes is a very supportive, nurturing and inclusive school where children have a voice.” – Effie Demetriou, associate Headteacher

 

Brunswick Park Primary and Nursery School

Osidge Lane, London, N14 5DU
office@brunswickpark.barnetmail.net | 020 8368 2552

“At Brunswick Park we strive to equip our children with resilience, creativity, adventure and enterprise through the numerous opportunities we provide. The whole learning community is united in providing the best possible opportunity for effective learning. We provide a safe and happy environment in which we facilitate children’s access to the curriculum, by acknowledging and addressing the wide range of learning styles in our teaching through a creative and risk taking culture.” – Mr. D A Griffiths, Headteacher

 

St. John’s Junior Mixed and Infant School

Crescent Road, London N11 3LB
office@stjohnsn11.barnetmail.net | 020 8368 1154

“We aim to create a happy, secure environment where learning is both challenging and fun! We provide the right conditions for children to flourish; to grow up to be respectful, courteous and caring. We believe that a school should be a special place that allows everyone to thrive -academically, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Most importantly, as a church school, the Christian values of love, care, support and trust are very strong.” – Graham Gunn, Headteacher

 

Secondary Schools:

Friern Barnet School

Hemington Avenue, Friern Barnet, London N11 3LS
school@friern.barnet.sch.uk | 020 8368 2777

“As a Specialist Arts College for Performing Arts, we use our strengths in the Arts to enhance the learning opportunities for all students and raise standards across the curriculum. We also share our expertise and facilities with local schools and societies to promote the performing arts in our community.
Your son or daughter will feel welcomed, valued and appropriately challenged at all levels.” – Simon Horne, Headteacher

 

Alexandra Park School

Bidwell Gardens, London N11 2AZ
office@alexandrapark.school.net | 020 8826 4880

“Ours is a rich, diverse and harmonious community with a culture of outstanding teaching and learning at its heart. Our school motto is “Success for all” and everything we do is planned to enable us to achieve this vision. At APS students will discover a supportive and friendly environment. High standards of discipline and behaviour are expected and maintained thus ensuring a safe, structured working environment where every individual is encouraged to strive for excellence. Our objective is to foster confident and responsible citizens who are prepared to meet the challenges of life.” – Michael McKenzie, Headteacher

 

The Compton School

North Finchley, Summers Lane, London N12 0QG
office@thecompton.org.uk | 0208 368 1783

“The Compton School is nationally recognised as one of the best schools in the country. Our results place us in the top 1% of state schools and children who come to the Compton will make better progress than in almost any other state secondary school. Our aim is simple – to support students to reach their full potential. A dedicated team of well qualified and skilled staff provide outstanding teaching enabling students to become creative and independent thinkers. This encourages them to develop a love of learning and brings them great success.” – Teresa Tunnadine, executive Headteacher