Alma Primary
Alma Primary is a free schools in Barnet for pupils aged 4 to 11. It has a Jewish religious character. It has 185 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Alma Primary is Good, from an inspection in October 2023. In 2025, 78% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: October 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Jewish |
| Address | Friern Barnet Lane Whetstone London N20 0LP |
| Phone | 02083439988 |
| Reference Number | 139562 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 185 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.65%
Girls: 51.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 3.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 26.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 14 | 22 |
| 2 | 14 | 12 | 26 |
| 3 | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| 4 | 15 | 15 | 30 |
| 5 | 17 | 11 | 28 |
| 6 | 12 | 18 | 30 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 53% |
| White, Other | 31.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 8.1% |
| Unclassified | 1.6% |
| Asian, Other | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
Alma Primary is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating across all domains in its recent inspection. The school fosters a positive atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe, supported by warm relationships with staff. With a focus on literacy, leaders actively promote a love of reading and ensure that pupils receive necessary support in their learning, particularly in phonics. There are ample extracurricular opportunities for students to develop their skills and talents, further enriching their educational experience. Notably, the school effectively caters to the needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), allowing them to integrate well with their peers and achieve positive outcomes. This inspection marks the first comprehensive evaluation for the school since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, considering the impact of disruptions caused by it.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
| 21 May 2019 | Short inspection |
| 03 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong focus on reading and literacy development
- Warm and nurturing relationships between pupils and staff
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
- Wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities
- Positive behaviour and attitudes among pupils
- Ambitious and supportive governing body
Areas for Improvement
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is not sequenced as effectively as it could be
- Some gaps in pupils' knowledge and misconceptions need to be addressed
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 78% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 15% | 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 | 108 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 107 | 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 | 3.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 3.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 2.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
How many students meet the standards
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| Third Preference | 19 | 6 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 1 |
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What is Alma Primary's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Alma Primary is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
When was Alma Primary last inspected by Ofsted?
Alma Primary was last inspected in October 2023.
How many pupils does Alma Primary have?
Alma Primary has 185 pupils on roll.
What age range does Alma Primary cover?
Alma Primary for pupils aged 4 to 11.
What are Alma Primary's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 78% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is Alma Primary?
Alma Primary is at Friern Barnet Lane, Whetstone, London, N20 0LP.