As you can see the outcomes were incredibly strong with a much higher percentage of Exceptional and Strong judgements than national:
| Over the year 2025-2026 | |||
| Judgement | Number in Barnet | Percentage in Barnet (full year) | Percentage nationally (up to 31/08/26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Areas judged Exceptional | 13 | 10% | 1.3% |
| Areas judged Strong Standard | 79 | 60.7% | 25.6% |
| Areas judged Expected Standard | 38 | 29.2% | 57.7% |
| Areas judged Needs Attention | 0 | 0% | 14.1% |
| Areas judged Urgent Improvement | 0 | 0% | 1.3% |
There have been eight inspections of Barnet schools this academic year (6 primary, 2 secondary). Reports have not been published yet. Annabel Davies (Senior Ofsted HMI for London) will be attending the Director's Briefing with Chairs and Vice Chairs on 22nd October for an Ofsted overview and is running a more in-depth governor training session on 1st December
Benedict's Law is a major change for schools in England, introducing statutory requirements on allergy safety following the death of five-year-old Benedict Blythe from anaphylaxis at school in 2021. The measures are being implemented through the Department for Education's statutory guidance Allergy safety in schools, effective from September 2026. For school leaders, governors and trusts, the implications are significant.