Colindale Primary School

A good community school school in Barnet. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Colindale Primary School.

London, NW96DT Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 67.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 7.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
19 March 2014
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Clovelly Avenue
Colindale
London, NW96DT
Phone
2082058706
Website
colindale.barnet.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
101269
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Clovelly Avenue, Colindale, London, NW9 6DT
Website
www.colindale.barnet.sch.uk/
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
715
Free School Meals
29.9% (214 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.6% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
12.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
12.7 (4.8 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 105.0
2023 106.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

Colindale Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 106.0 105.0
2024 106.0 105.0

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Stable performance

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
72
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
715 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respect Kindness Excellence

Non-denominational

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome to Colindale School – a very special community where lifelong learners are developed in a safe, happy and responsible environment; culture and diversity are celebrated; children are valued as individuals and supported to reach their potential.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club Top Sports Academy After-School Club Top Sports Academy Weekend Football Classes Top Sports Holiday Activity Camp

Sports

Football Dodgeball Multi-sports Movers Basketball Netball Kwik cricket Gymnastics Dance Cheerleading Swimming

Facilities

Indoor heated swimming pool Large all weather play pitch Enclosed netball/basketball court Tennis court Soft play room Physiotherapy rooms Large hall with stage and sound and lighting system Pond Sensory garden Woodland area Gardening areas

Curriculum Highlights

English – fluent reading and writing; focus on grammar, punctuation and spelling; high-quality texts and vocabulary Mathematics – calculation fluency, reasoning, problem solving and use of visuals Science – investigative enquiry and science capital; practical experiments and outdoor learning Computing – programming, safe internet use, cross-curricular application History – enquiry-based learning; chronology and interpretation Geography – understanding of cultures and environments; cross-curricular links Art – expression through media; emphasis on display and self-esteem Design & Technology – design, make, test and evaluate products Music – singing, composing, performing; opportunities to join choir Modern Foreign Language (Spanish in KS2) – listening, speaking, reading and writing Physical Education – broad curriculum including swimming; several after-school clubs

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club is available from 07:30–08:50 with no booking required (charged via Arbor). After-School Club runs 15:15–18:00 (3:15–6:00) with activities, snacks and supervision; booking via Top Sports Academy site (www.top-sports.co.uk). Fees: Breakfast Club £5 per day; After-School Club £15 per session or £175.50 for the full term; discounts for Free School Meals and siblings; SEN information may apply.

SEND Provision

Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) for children with physical disabilities.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club: £5 per day. After-School Club: £15 per session or £175.50 for the full term. All payable via Arbor; discounts for FSM eligibility and siblings.

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