The Holmewood School
London, Barnet, Greater London · N12 8SH
The Holmewood School is an independent, mixed school in Barnet, north London, with around 91 pupils on roll and a small sixth form of 22. Its scale places it firmly among the smaller independent settings, where teaching can be tailored closely to individuals. Entry is available at age 11, and the school is inspected by the ISI. Led by headteacher Ms Bridget Young, it offers GCSEs and a sixth-form pathway.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 91
- Location
- London, Barnet, Greater London
- Website
- www.thsl.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headteacher Ms Bridget Young
Latest results
Attainment 8
11.7
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Headline results sit well below national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score is 11.7 against a national average of 46.9, and the proportion of pupils reaching grade 5 or above in English and Maths is recorded as 0% compared with 47% nationally. Figures like these are best understood in the context of the pupils a school serves and its particular approach, and families will want to discuss them directly. GCSEs are the main qualification on offer.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 22
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 1.09%
- EHC plans
- 98.91%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small, independent school in Barnet whose published results fall well short of national averages, making a visit and a candid conversation essential before applying.
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The Holmewood School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Holmewood School located?
The Holmewood School is located at 88 Woodside Park Road, London, N12 8SH.
What type of school is The Holmewood School?
The Holmewood School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend The Holmewood School?
The Holmewood School has approximately 91 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.