London Connection1Friern Barnet School
- Address
- Hemington Ave, London N11 3LS
- Phone
- +44 20 8368 2777
- Website
- friern.barnet.sch.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM-4 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
Best Secondary Schools in Barnet, London
Secondary schools in Barnet teach pupils from Year 7 (age 11) to GCSEs in Year 11, and many continue with a sixth form for A-levels and vocational courses. Below you will find our selection of 10 secondary schools in Barnet, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right secondary school, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Secondary Schools in Barnet
2Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School
- Address
- High St, Barnet EN5 5RR
- Phone
- +44 20 8449 2984
- Website
- qegschool.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM-4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
3East Barnet School
- Address
- 5 Chestnut Grove, London, Barnet EN4 8PU
- Phone
- +44 20 8344 2100
- Website
- eastbarnetschool.com
- Opening hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM-4:30 PM · Wed 8 AM-3 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM-4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
4Ark Pioneer Academy
- Address
- Westcombe Dr, Barnet EN5 2BE
- Phone
- +44 20 3787 4090
- Website
- arkpioneer.org
- Opening hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM-4 PM · Wed 8 AM-3:10 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM-4 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
5Jewish Community Secondary School
- Address
- Castlewood Rd, Barnet EN4 9GE
- Phone
- +44 20 8344 2220
- Website
- jcoss.org
- Opening hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM-4 PM · Wed 8 AM-3:10 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM-4 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
6Southgate School
- Address
- Sussex Way, Cockfosters, Barnet, Cockfosters EN4 0BL
- Phone
- +44 20 8449 9583
- Website
- southgate.enfield.sch.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Thu 8:15 AM-4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM-2:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
7Queen Elizabeth's School
- Address
- Queens Rd, Barnet EN5 4DQ
- Phone
- +44 20 8441 4646
- Website
- qebarnet.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM-6 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
8The Totteridge Academy
- Address
- Barnet Ln, London N20 8AZ
- Phone
- +44 20 8445 9205
- Website
- thetotteridgeacademy.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 8:40 AM-3:35 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
9Mount House School
- Address
- Camlet Way, Barnet EN4 0NJ
- Phone
- +44 20 8449 6889
- Website
- mounthouse.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM-4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
10Oak Hill School
- Address
- Oak Hill Campus, Church Hill Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8XE
- Phone
- +44 7931 612240
- Opening hours
- Mon 8 AM-4:30 PM · Tue 8 AM-5:30 AM · Wed–Fri 8 AM-4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
How to choose a secondary school in Barnet
- Compare Progress 8 and Attainment 8 scores, which show how much pupils improve, not just raw results.
- Check how far the last successful applicant lived from the school gate.
- Ask about subject options at GCSE, language provision and extracurricular activities.
- For selective schools, find out the 11+ test dates, which are usually in September of Year 6.
Checks and regulation: Secondary schools are inspected by Ofsted and publish GCSE and Progress 8 data on the Department for Education website.
How much does a secondary school cost in Barnet?
State secondary schools are free. Independent secondaries in London usually cost £7,000–£11,000 per term. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Secondary Schools across Barnet
Barnet covers neighbourhoods such as Chipping Barnet, High Barnet, Finchley, Hendon, Golders Green, Edgware, Mill Hill, Whetstone (postcodes EN4, EN5, N2, N3, N11, N12, N20, NW4, NW7, NW9, NW11, HA8). The secondary schools listed on this page are located in or around N11, EN5, EN4, N20. Getting around is easy thanks to the Northern line (High Barnet and Edgware branches), Thameslink at Mill Hill Broadway and Cricklewood, and the M1 and A1. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Secondary Schools in nearby boroughs
- Secondary Schools in Brent
- Secondary Schools in Camden
- Secondary Schools in Enfield
- Secondary Schools in Haringey
- Secondary Schools in Harrow
Frequently asked questions
When is the deadline for secondary school applications?
The closing date is 31 October of Year 6, with offers made on 1 March (National Offer Day).
Are there grammar schools near Barnet?
London has grammar schools in Barnet, Bexley, Bromley, Enfield, Kingston, Redbridge and Sutton. Entry is by 11+ exam and many accept pupils from other boroughs.
What is Progress 8?
It measures how much pupils improve between the end of primary school and GCSEs compared with pupils of similar ability nationally. A positive score is above average.
Listings are compiled from public business information. Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.