Martin Primary School
Plane Tree Walk, East Finchley, London, N2 9JPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Martin Primary School is a primary school in Barnet for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 170 schools in Barnet. It ranks 48th of 83 primary schools in Barnet. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 October 2023, report published 26 November 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 October 2023
Pupils are happy and enjoy attending school. This is because staff create a safe, calm and orderly environment. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), access the ambitious curriculum. Children in the early years receive a very strong start to their learning journey. Outcomes at the end of each key stage are strong. Pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education and life beyond Martin Primary. Pupils demonstrate highly positive attitudes in meeting the high expectations set out by school leaders. Relationships at all levels are respectful. This is built on the school's emphasis on respecting each other's rights. Pupils articulate confidently that they have the right to learn and play. They are confident they can share with staff any concerns they may have. In all subjects, pupils learn content that is connected to real-life experiences. For instance, the planned approach to educational visits, particularly within the locality, enables pupils to put learning into relevant and meaningful contexts. Leaders ensure that all pupils benefit from these inspiring learning opportunities. The school plays a crucial role within the local community. The school goes above and beyond in providing extensive support for families in need.
What the school should improve
- Some staff do not routinely check what pupils know and understand carefully enough. Consequently, some pupils are not secure in their understanding before teachers move on to new content. Leaders should ensure that all staff check pupils' understanding and adapt the teaching to meet pupils' immediate needs within the context of the lesson so that pupils are fully prepared for future learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
86 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
622 pupils on roll, with places for 696
Schools near Martin Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
| Tudor Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 64% met the expected standard |
| Coldfall Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 84% met the expected standard |
| Our Lady of Lourdes RC School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| Eden Primary | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 93% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Ziz Chater
- Phone
- 02088831455
- Address
- Plane Tree Walk, East Finchley, London, N2 9JP
- Local authority
- Barnet
- URN
- 135226
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.