Courtland School, London
Courtland School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in London. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in February 2023. Its 2025 Key Stage 2 results were the highest of the 959 schools in London with published results, and 1st of 14,452 across England. For 2026 entry it had 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. It was 99% full in 2025.
- SATs results
- Above England average
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2023)
- Demand
- 1.5 first choices per place
- Attendance
- In line with England
Reception applications for September 2027 close in 81 days
Deadline Friday 15 January 2027. Apply to Barnet (the council where you live). Offers on 16 April.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Courtland School in detail
Results
In 2025, 100% of Year 6 pupils at Courtland School reached the expected standard in reading and 100% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 85% and 85% in Barnet and 77% and 75% across England.
Results were similar in 2024 (100% in reading, 100% in maths).
With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.
Getting a place at Courtland School
For September 2026 entry, 46 families put Courtland School as their first choice and 135 named it as one of their preferences, for 30 places offered. That is 1.5 first choices for every place. 18 families who put it first were not offered a place there.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Courtland School are Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre (0.2 miles, Good, 75% reading, 86% maths); Rosh Pinah Primary School (0.8 miles, Good, 93% reading, 92% maths); Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School (0.8 miles, Good, 96% reading, 85% maths); and Saracens Broadfields (0.9 miles, Good, 85% reading, 87% maths).
Courtland School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.
Fairway Primary School and Children's CentreRosh Pinah Primary SchoolMathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary SchoolSaracens Broadfields
Who goes there
15% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 55.9% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (32%), Mixed (16%) and White British (12%).
In 2026, 37 pupils (17.4%) received SEN support and 13 (6.1%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Mill Hill Broadway, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
3 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is The Fairway Mill Hill, 130 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 127 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Barnet (370).
Suspensions and exclusions
Courtland School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE school-level applications and offers; council admissions booklets; DfE appeals statistics; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Location
Our estimate from how close the nearest similar schools are and how oversubscribed the council's schools are. It is not a published boundary.
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's February 2023 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Courtland School creates a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels cared for and supported to reach their potential. Teachers know pupils exceptionally well and use careful checking to address any gaps in learning immediately. The school offers a rich curriculum with educational outings, clubs, and special 'magic moments' that make learning exciting and memorable.
Key Strengths
- Highly effective approach to early reading and phonics with carefully matched books and rigorous progress checks
- Broad, well-sequenced curriculum with enrichment activities like 'magic moments' that deepen learning
- Strong leadership opportunities for all pupils, including school council, playground pals, and subject ambassadors
- Exceptional care for pupils with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds with immediate support for any gaps in learning
- Vibrant, happy classrooms where pupils behave very well and show kindness to one another
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with well-trained leaders who identify concerns early, keep clear records, respond quickly to referrals, and provide supportive therapies like counselling for individual pupils.
Extracurricular Activities
School council, playground pals, subject ambassador roles, school trips, clubs and activities, 'magic moments' (assembly performances, cultural experiences)
Courtland School is an outstanding primary school where pupils are happy, achieve exceptionally well, and benefit from a nurturing culture with high expectations. The school has maintained its outstanding rating across all areas including quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership.
At a Glance
15.0%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2024/25KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 100% (2024 to 2025). Maths has remained stable at around 100% (2024 to 2025). Writing has remained stable at around 97% (2024 to 2025).
Class Sizes
30.4
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
30.8
KS2
7
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2025/26 academic year
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby primary schools
Keep up with Courtland School
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Courtland School.
- Fixation Academy of Performing Arts Fairway Primary Holiday Camp270m away · Not yet graded
Getting There
Bus Stops
Free school transport
Check free transport to Courtland School from your postcode →
You apply to the council where you live. Courtland School is in Barnet; for families living there:
Apply to Barnet for free school transport. Its policy is on the council's website.
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 18
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 2
- Children hurt
- 0
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 18 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 2 serious and 16 slight.
No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt.
2 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Barnet is 53 (the median across 175 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
99%
Near capacity
208 pupils
210 places
2 spare places in 2025
2025, DfE school capacity data
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Barnet council
Places available
4,268
Applications
3,649
Got 1st preference
86.1%
Got preferred school
98.0%
All primary applications across Barnet council (2026/27), not just this school.
This school: 1.5 first choices per place
Inspection History(4)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
37
SEN Support
13
EHC Plans
23.5%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
213
Total Pupils
109
Boys
104
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
12
Teachers
17.8:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£57,656
Mean salary
2026 data
School Funding
£5,890
Per pupil
£1350k
Total funding
£38k
Pupil premium
2025-26 financial year allocations
Pupil Absence2024/25
4.4%
Overall absence
12.0%
Persistent absence
183
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Courtland School
Questions parents ask about Courtland School
What are SATs results like at Courtland School?
Of the pupils at Courtland School who took the 2025 Key Stage 2 assessments, 100% reached the expected standard in reading and 100% did so in maths.
What is Courtland School's Ofsted rating?
Courtland School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection in February 2023.
What is the catchment area for Courtland School?
No fixed boundary. When Courtland School is oversubscribed, Barnet allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
Is it hard to get a place at Courtland School?
Courtland School was close to full in 2025, at 99% of its capacity.
How big are the classes at Courtland School?
Classes at Courtland School average 30.4 pupils (2025/26). 2 classes have more than 30 pupils - infant classes are capped at 30 by law, with limited exceptions.
How many pupils go to Courtland School?
Courtland School has around 213 pupils on roll. 15% are eligible for free school meals.
What is attendance like at Courtland School?
4.4% of sessions were missed at Courtland School in 2024/25. 12% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to Courtland School?
Apply through Barnet's coordinated admissions process, naming Courtland School on your application. Applications for Reception places starting in September 2027 close on Friday 15 January 2027, and offers are made on Friday 16 April 2027.
Does Courtland School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists an out-of-school club within a kilometre of Courtland School: Fixation Academy of Performing Arts Fairway Primary Holiday Camp (270m away, registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Courtland School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 18 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 2 serious and 16 slight. No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt. 2 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Barnet is 53 (the median across 175 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Courtland School?
Courtland School is at Courtland Avenue, Mill Hill, London, NW7 3BG.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)