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The Henrietta Barnett School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Henrietta Barnett School is a academy converter secondary school in London, Barnet , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 807 pupils, and a capacity of 779 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

807

Pupils

779

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Henrietta Barnett School Catchment Area Information

Entry to The Henrietta Barnett School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Barnet may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 807 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 779 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Barnet before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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The Henrietta Barnett School — School Information

Full address
Central Square, Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, NW11 7BN
Local authority
Barnet
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
4.8% of pupils
DfE URN
138051

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Frequently Asked Questions — The Henrietta Barnett School

Is The Henrietta Barnett School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Henrietta Barnett School currently has 807 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 779 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Henrietta Barnett School?

The Henrietta Barnett School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Barnet publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does The Henrietta Barnett School cover?

The Henrietta Barnett School is a secondary school in London, Barnet, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Henrietta Barnett School?

The Henrietta Barnett School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.