Schools Near Honeywood: A Guide to Primary, Secondary and Independent Schools in Barnet

For families considering living in Barnet, schools are likely to be an important part of the decision. The area is home to a wide choice of primary and secondary schools, alongside a number of established independent schools within reach of High Barnet and the surrounding North London neighbourhoods.

From local primary schools serving the surrounding community to selective secondary schools and independent options, families have a range of choices to explore as they plan their children's education.

School admissions, catchment areas and entry requirements can change, so prospective parents should always check the latest information directly with each school and with the relevant local authority.

Primary Schools Near Honeywood

There are several established primary schools in and around High Barnet and Monken Hadley.

Monken Hadley CofE Primary School

Located on Camlet Way in Monken Hadley, Monken Hadley CofE Primary School is a Church of England primary school for children aged 4 to 11. The school is mixed and has around 150 places.

The school sits within the historic Monken Hadley area, making it particularly relevant for families looking at the wider neighbourhood around Honeywood.

Its most recent full Ofsted inspection, in February 2023, judged the school to be Outstanding across the areas inspected at that time. However, Ofsted's approach to reporting school inspections has since changed, so families should refer to the latest official information when comparing schools.

Christ Church Primary School

Christ Church Primary School is a Church of England primary school on Byng Road in Barnet. It currently caters for children from ages 2 to 11 and is a mixed school with around 217 pupils.

Its latest published full inspection, in October 2022, recorded a Good outcome. As with all schools, parents should check the school's current admissions arrangements and the latest inspection information before making a decision.

Foulds School

Foulds School is a mixed community primary school on Byng Road, serving children aged 5 to 11. The school has a capacity of around 315 pupils and sits within the High Barnet area.

Its latest full inspection took place in March 2024. The inspection information is available through Ofsted, alongside the school's current details and admissions information.

For families considering new homes in Barnet, these local primary schools are useful starting points when researching the education options available around High Barnet.

Secondary Schools in Barnet

For older children, Barnet has a particularly strong selection of secondary schools, including academically selective schools and comprehensive options.

Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet

Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet, is a selective secondary school for boys aged 11 to 18. Located on Queen's Road, the school has a long-established reputation for academic achievement and is one of the best-known schools in the borough.

Its most recent published Ofsted inspection took place in May 2022 and recorded an Outstanding outcome across the areas assessed, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development and sixth-form provision.

As a selective school, entry is subject to its own admissions arrangements and entrance requirements, so families considering the school should check the latest criteria directly with the school.

Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School

Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School is an academy for girls aged 11 to 18, located on Barnet High Street. The school has more than 1,000 pupils and provides education from secondary age through sixth form.

A new inspection took place in February 2026, with the report published in April 2026. Given the changes to Ofsted's inspection framework, it is more useful to refer families to the latest inspection report and school information than to rely on an older overall grade.

Ark Pioneer Academy

Ark Pioneer Academy is a mixed secondary school in Barnet for pupils aged 11 to 19. Located on Westcombe Drive, it provides education through to sixth form.

Its most recent published Ofsted inspection, in September 2023, recorded an Outstanding outcome across the areas assessed.

For families exploring secondary education in Barnet, the school provides another option to consider alongside the borough's selective and other comprehensive schools.

Independent Schools Near Barnet

Barnet and neighbouring Hertfordshire are also home to several established independent schools, giving families additional options depending on their preferred approach to education.

Haberdashers' Girls' School

Haberdashers' Girls' School is an independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18, located in Elstree. The school offers education across the age range from primary through to sixth form and operates a selective admissions process.

Its location makes it one of the independent schools that families in North London and Hertfordshire may consider when looking at the wider area around Barnet.

Haberdashers' Boys' School

Haberdashers' Boys' School is an independent day school for boys aged 4 to 18, also based in Elstree. Like its sister school, it provides education from the early years through to sixth form.

The school offers another established independent option for families prepared to look beyond Barnet itself.

Choosing a School in Barnet

When researching schools near Honeywood, Ofsted results are only one part of the picture.

Families may also want to consider:

• Catchment areas and admissions criteria
• Selective entrance requirements
• Distance from home
• Walking, cycling and public transport options
• School size and ethos
• Sixth-form provision
• Academic results
• Extracurricular activities
• Sports and arts facilities
• SEND provision
• Before- and after-school care

Catchment areas can be particularly important when buying a home. Living close to a school does not necessarily guarantee a place, and admission policies vary between schools.

For that reason, prospective buyers should check the latest admissions information before making decisions based on proximity alone.

Family Life in Barnet

Education is just one part of what makes an area work for families.

Barnet also offers a combination of parks and open spaces, sports facilities, cafés, restaurants, local shops and community amenities. Nearby green spaces such as Hadley Green and Monken Hadley Common provide opportunities for walking and outdoor time, while the wider borough offers leisure centres, sports clubs and activities for children of different ages.

This combination of education, green space and everyday amenities is one of the reasons living in Barnet can appeal to families looking for a North London location.

A Family-Friendly North London Location

For families considering a move to High Barnet or the surrounding area, the choice of schools is an important part of understanding what day-to-day life could look like.

Honeywood is coming soon to Barnet, providing an opportunity to become part of an established North London community with schools, parks, leisure facilities and local amenities within the wider area.

If you're considering a move to Barnet, take the time to explore the neighbourhood, visit the schools you're interested in and check the latest admissions information before making a decision.

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