The Annunciation RC Junior School
The Annunciation RC Junior School is a voluntary aided school in Barnet for pupils aged 7 to 11. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. It has 217 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Annunciation RC Junior School is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2023. In 2025, 71% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: December 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 7-11 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | The Meads Burnt Oak Edgware HA8 9HQ |
| Phone | 02089060723 |
| Reference Number | 101342 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 217 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.31%
Girls: 50.69% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 32.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 69.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.1 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 26 | 29 | 55 |
| 4 | 32 | 21 | 53 |
| 5 | 26 | 28 | 54 |
| 6 | 23 | 32 | 55 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 25.3% |
| White, Other | 23.5% |
| White, British | 12.4% |
| Asian, Other | 8.3% |
| White & Asian | 4.6% |
| Indian | 4.1% |
| Irish | 3.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 2.3% |
| Caribbean | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% |
The Annunciation RC Junior School has achieved an outstanding rating in its recent Ofsted inspection, reflecting significant improvements since its previous good rating. The school's strong religious ethos promotes a welcoming and respectful environment where pupils are happy and well-supported in their learning. The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and well-sequenced, catering effectively to all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). With high expectations set by staff, pupils demonstrate exemplary behaviour and positive attitudes toward learning.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 17 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2022 | School inspection |
| 25 Apr 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Mar 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 29 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Jun 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate exemplary behaviour and high levels of respect.
- Strong emphasis on a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Consistent and effective phonics program enhancing reading skills.
- Pupils enjoy a wealth of enrichment activities outside of the classroom.
- Leaders provide strong strategic direction and support to staff.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 71% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 18% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 109 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 108 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 2.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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What is The Annunciation RC Junior School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Annunciation RC Junior School is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2023.
When was The Annunciation RC Junior School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Annunciation RC Junior School was last inspected in December 2023.
How many pupils does The Annunciation RC Junior School have?
The Annunciation RC Junior School has 217 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Annunciation RC Junior School cover?
The Annunciation RC Junior School for pupils aged 7 to 11.
What are The Annunciation RC Junior School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 71% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is The Annunciation RC Junior School?
The Annunciation RC Junior School is at The Meads, Burnt Oak, Edgware, HA8 9HQ.