The Henrietta Barnett School
London, Barnet, Greater London · NW11 7BN
Few schools in the country are as academically formidable as The Henrietta Barnett School, a superselective girls' grammar in Barnet. With 120 places for every cohort and entry decided by a bespoke 11+ test, competition for a place is intense. The school is modest in size, with 807 girls on roll, and draws a notably diverse intake: nearly half of pupils speak English as an additional language. At its 2022 inspection Ofsted judged the school Good overall, with behaviour rated Outstanding.
807
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
120
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- superselective grammar school
- Pupils
- 807
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.1
- Location
- London, Barnet, Greater London
- Website
- http://www.hbschool.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- The Henrietta Barnett School (own test)
- Exam board
- Bespoke
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 120
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
1 April 2026
Registration closesNext
1 July 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
87.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
100%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here sit among the strongest nationally. The average Attainment 8 score of 87.3 is close to double the national figure of 46.9, and every pupil achieves grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national average of 47 per cent. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 16 to 1 supports a sixth form that Ofsted also rated Good.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.98%
- EHC plans
- 0.12%
- English as additional language
- 46%
- Free school meals
- 4.8%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 4 May 2022
The last word
A genuinely superselective girls' grammar where exceptional results meet a strikingly diverse community. Families should expect fierce competition for its 120 places.
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The Henrietta Barnett School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Henrietta Barnett School located?
The Henrietta Barnett School is located at Central Square, Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, NW11 7BN.
What type of school is The Henrietta Barnett School?
The Henrietta Barnett School is a superselective state grammar school in Greater London.
What subjects does The Henrietta Barnett School test in the 11+?
The Henrietta Barnett School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does The Henrietta Barnett School use for the 11+?
The Henrietta Barnett School's 11+ uses Bespoke.
How do I apply to The Henrietta Barnett School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 1 April 2026, registration closes on 1 July 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are The Henrietta Barnett School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, The Henrietta Barnett School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does The Henrietta Barnett School belong to?
The Henrietta Barnett School is part of the The Henrietta Barnett School (own test) consortium.
How many places does The Henrietta Barnett School offer?
The Henrietta Barnett School has a published admission number of 120 places.
How many pupils attend The Henrietta Barnett School?
The Henrietta Barnett School has approximately 807 pupils on roll.
What is The Henrietta Barnett School's Ofsted rating?
The Henrietta Barnett School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 4 May 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.