Finchley and Acton Yochien School, London
Finchley and Acton Yochien School is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 6 in London. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in July 2025.
- Ofsted
- Good (2025)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Finchley and Acton Yochien School in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Finchley and Acton Yochien School are Pardes House Grammar School (0.1 miles, Requires improvement, selective); Hendon Preparatory School (0.9 miles); Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls (1.1 miles, Requires improvement); and Brampton College (1.2 miles).
Pardes House Grammar SchoolHendon Preparatory SchoolBeth Jacob Grammar School for GirlsBrampton College
Who goes there
In 2026, 8 pupils (18.6%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest tram or metro stop is Finchley Central Station, about 560 metres away (roughly a 7-minute walk).
10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is St Mary's Avenue, 150 metres away.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's July 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Children arrive at school enthusiastically and build confidence in both Japanese and English language skills. The school excels at teaching reading and early mathematics through structured teaching and play, with individual support for pupils who need it. Excellent behaviour and respect are fostered through clear routines, and pupils develop strong social skills including kindness, healthy relationships and physical wellbeing.
Key Strengths
- Excellent behaviour and positive attitudes from pupils who are polite, respectful and enjoy attending school
- Strong teaching of early reading and mathematics with tailored support for individual learners
- Effective safeguarding with robust systems and a strong culture of care throughout the school
- Well-developed personal and social skills, with pupils learning about kindness, boundaries and healthy relationships
- Supportive leadership that has successfully driven improvement and addresses past weaknesses
Areas for Improvement
- Key knowledge is not clearly defined in some wider curriculum areas, limiting the depth of pupils' understanding
- Teachers need clearer guidance on which knowledge components to prioritise and assess in certain subjects
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with robust systems in place, well-trained alert staff, and a strong culture of care and vigilance throughout the school.
Extracurricular Activities
After-school clubs, musical instrument lessons (Kenban harmonica), cultural celebrations (Japanese tea ceremony, Children's Day, Chinese New Year, Christmas), visits to local shops and parks, care home visits
Finchley and Acton Yochien School is an independent day school for ages 2-6 that has made significant improvements since its previous inadequate rating. The school now provides a good quality education with excellent behaviour and strong safeguarding arrangements.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Latest from Finchley and Acton Yochien School
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9 Jul 2026
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Getting There
Tube / Metro / Tram
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 48
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 12
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 48 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 12 serious and 36 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise.
9 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
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
22%
Available places
43 pupils
193 places
150 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Barnet council
Places available
4,618
Applications
3,998
Got 1st preference
72.7%
Got preferred school
93.2%
All secondary applications across Barnet council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(13)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
8
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
18.6%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
43
Total Pupils
17
Boys
26
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Finchley and Acton Yochien School
What is Finchley and Acton Yochien School's Ofsted rating?
Finchley and Acton Yochien School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2025.
Does Finchley and Acton Yochien School meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in July 2025, Finchley and Acton Yochien School met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Finchley and Acton Yochien School?
Finchley and Acton Yochien School has around 43 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Finchley and Acton Yochien School?
Finchley and Acton Yochien School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near Finchley and Acton Yochien School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 48 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 12 serious and 36 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise. 9 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 Finchley and Acton Yochien School?
Finchley and Acton Yochien School is at 6 Hendon Avenue, Finchley, London, N3 1UE.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)