March 2024
Kerem School met all required standards including safeguarding. Ms Naomi Simon was the Headteacher during the inspection.
Prep school
Kerem School
Kerem School is a co-educational Jewish day school offering education from nursery through Year 6 with strong Jewish values and a nurturing environment.
Day fees
£14,976 – £17,970
Entry
Interview + OtherSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Naomi Simon
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
124
62 girls, 81 boys
Location
East Finchley, Barnet
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
1 to 11
Religious ethos
Orthodox Jewish
Founded
1948
Entry points
3+, 4+, 7+
Learning support
Specialist support
Supports educational needs, emotional needs, learning difficulties
Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
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Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Academic
Overview
About Kerem School
Kerem School provides education from Little Grapes Nursery (from 9 months) through Nursery, Reception, and Years 1-6. The school offers a safe, nurturing environment with specialist teaching in Jewish Studies, PE, and Music. The Early Years Setting is located at 18 Kingsley Way, London N2 0ER, and the main school is at Norrice Lea, London N2 0RE. The school is one-form entry with a focus on pastoral care and vibrant Jewish life and learning.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Barnet for ages 1–11. Non-selective intake, established SEND provision.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Children with educational needs, emotional needs, learning difficulties — SEND is a stated specialism.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedBy appointmentIndividual Tours
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£14,976 – £17,970per year · Day · 2026-27
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
modern orthodox Jewish ethos
small class sizes
broad curriculum including Jewish Studies
specialist teaching in Jewish Studies, PE and Music
strong pastoral care
dedicated early years units (Little Grapes Nursery and Pre-School)
associated with Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue
forest school activities
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Physical EducationIsraeli Dance FestivalSports Day
music
Singing / TefillahMusic classesMusic
drama
End of term shows
academic club
EnglishPhonicsGeographyPSHE & RSEYom Talmid (pupils teach younger years)General Knowledge competitionIvritArt, Design and TechnologyHistoryScienceComputingJewish StudiesMathematics
other
Tefillah (morning singing)Yom Talmid (peer teaching day)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
academic
Early Years UnitEarly Years Setting (18 Kingsley Way, N2 0ER)Main School (Norrice Lea, N2 0RE)
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
Kerem pupils consistently achieve results well above national expectations at Key Stage 2, securing places at top independent and selective secondary schools.
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What kind of child is Kerem School best for?+
Kerem School suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 1–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment; Children with educational needs, emotional needs, learning difficulties — SEND is a stated specialism.
How much are the fees at Kerem School?+
Day fees at Kerem School are £4,992 to £5,990 a term in 2026-27 (£14,976 to £17,970 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Kerem School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Kerem School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does Kerem School support SEND?+
Kerem School states support for educational needs, emotional needs, learning difficulties. Check capacity with admissions if your child has an EHCP.
What ages does Kerem School take?+
Kerem School takes pupils from age 1 to 11.
Is Kerem School a day or boarding school?+
Kerem School is a day school.
Is Kerem School co-educational or single-sex?+
Kerem School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Kerem School?+
Kerem School is in Barnet, N2 0RE.
How do I contact admissions at Kerem School?+
Contact Kerem School by email at admissions@keremschool.co.uk or phone on 02084550909.
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