The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 53.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2025
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
53.6
9.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
70%
27.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
24%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.20
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
6% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–17
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 337
- Capacity
- 98%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Barnet
- Head
- Rabbi Mendel Chissick (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection
12 official reports linked on this page, including 11 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
February 2025 | Inspection
Additional inspection
February 2024 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
March 2023 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
October 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
April 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
September 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
November 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
October 2012 | Inspection
Light touch inspection
June 2009 | Inspection
Standard inspection
November 2006 | Inspection
Standard inspection
January 2001 | Inspection
Location
Stratford Road, Hendon, London, NW4 2AT
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls a selective school?
No. Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls currently has 337 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls take?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 17.
Where is Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls?
Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls is in London, NW4 2AT, in the Barnet local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Beth Jacob Grammar School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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