St Martin's School
· NW7 3RG
St Martin's is a small, intimate day preparatory school in Barnet serving ages 3–11 with a coeducational intake and multilingual welcome. The school emphasises academic rigour alongside creative development and personal skills, operating as a tight-knit community. It has not yet received an Ofsted inspection, reflecting its relatively recent establishment or low profile within the independent sector.
- →Small class sizes and individualised attention in a 99-pupil school
- →Clear academic focus on 11+ preparation with documented year-group results
- →Forest Fridays and outdoor learning embedded in curriculum
- →Multilingual ethos and inclusive admissions messaging
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in small, nurturing environments where individual progress is tracked closely and where there is a structured path to selective secondary schools. Families valuing both traditional academics and creative, outdoor-based learning will find a good fit.
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Contact & visit
22 Goodwyn Avenue, Mill Hill, London
NW7 3RG
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St Martin's School?
Day fees at St Martin's School are approximately £9,195 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into St Martin's School?
St Martin's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is St Martin's School a boarding school?
St Martin's School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is St Martin's School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated St Martin's School “Good” (2020).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Small, intimate community atmosphere with strong pastoral care
✓Clear academic focus and documented 11+ success
✓Progressive, outdoor-learning ethos (Forest Fridays) balances traditional academics
✓Individualised attention and monitoring of pupil progress
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection history limits independent verification of safeguarding and quality assurance
!Very small cohorts may limit peer diversity and competitive sports opportunities
!Day-only provision restricts flexibility for dual-working families