East Barnet School

East Barnet School's Motto, “I want to learn” reflects a belief that motivation is the most important factor for achieving success in education. We also know that interesting and challenging lessons, combined with a culture where educational success is valued and respected by all members of the school community, will ensure that students remain focused on learning. Our success in achieving such a culture is undoubtedly the reason for the high academic standards and popularity of East Barnet School. Academic success is not our only focus. “Respect yourself, others and your environment” forms the basis of our commitment to help students develop into responsible young people, who can make a positive contribution to society.East Barnet School aspires to encourage the “I want to learn” culture amongst all its students, so that they may fulfill their individual potential in education and develop into responsible adults who make a positive contribution to society.

We Aim to generate an enthusiasm for learning so students willingly seek to gain knowledge and understanding about the world around them. Provide guidance, information and resources necessary to help students learn. Teach the skills necessary for effective and efficient learning. Create a positive learning environment. Develop a sense of pride amongst the students, so that they achieve the highest possible standards of work in all subjects. Foster the personal qualities, skills and self-confidence necessary for students to achieve success in their chosen career and personal life. Nurture in all students a sense of respect for themselves, other individuals, their own and other communities, and their environment.

We are proud of being a truly comprehensive school, where students throughout the ability range are able to achieve success. We celebrate our diversity and respect the heritage, religion and culture of all our students and staff. A large number of our members of staff have children who attend the school, and many were ex-students themselves. We therefore have a very strong community spirit and are committed to providing all our children with the best education possible.

East Barnet is a co-educational secondary school with approximately 1400 students, of whom over 330 are in Years 12 and 13 (Sixth Form). The age range is from 11 to 19. Students at East Barnet School are immersed in our “I want to learn” culture; a stimulating and exciting learning environment that builds confidence, curiosity and achievement. The school is housed in a magnificent state-of-the-art modern building, designed in close consultation with staff and students to meet our community’s needs. East Barnet School has one of the most exciting learning environments in the country, featuring the very best, and some completely unique, purpose built facilities that enhance the learning experience for all students, providing opportunities for the kind of teaching innovation that promotes our “I want to learn” culture.

Extra Curricular Activities are of central importance to the school’s culture and ethos of learning through participation. They provide opportunities for students to engage in learning and recreational activities in their own time. There is a wide range of activities on offer.

There is an excellent careers education programme throughout the school, involving Form Tutors, Heads of Year, the Head of Careers and the Independent Careers and Guidance Advisor. A number of students benefit from working in small groups with specialist teachers. These students range from those who require extra support with their learning to those who have exceptional ability.

East Barnet School is proud of its reputation of being a caring school. All staff are dedicated to providing a safe, secure and energised learning environment in which students can thrive and develop, not just academically but also emotionally and socially. Where possible, students are under the care of the same tutor from Year 7 until Year 11. Form tutors are responsible for closely monitoring the welfare and academic progress of their tutor group and are always on hand to help resolve issues and offer advice should the need arise.