Living in East Finchley

East Finchley is a highly sought-after area for families looking for good quality education for their children.

 
This leafy suburb of North London is home to many young renters who regularly commute into the city, or retirees looking to downsize in a neighbourhood that has it all.

But East Finchley’s biggest appeal is no doubt its school network. Martin Primary School and Holy Trinity C of E Primary are rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted. Finchley Catholic High School, Compton School and Wren Academy are all excellent secondary schools. Young families moving into the area will have plenty of good options.

Cherry Tree Wood is a beautiful park opposite East Finchley Underground station, with ample open space for cycling, running and football. It also has a children’s playground, basketball court, and two tennis courts that are free to use and available for pre-booking.

The Mutton Brook flows through Northway Gardens, Fletcher Gardens and Lyttelton Playing Fields, which makes for a lovely morning or evening walk.
 
Enjoy live sports at Maddens Bar or watch a movie at the stunning Phoenix cinema built in 1910, with Benedict Cumberbatch and Dame Judi Dench as its patrons. It screens the latest blockbusters, independent films, dance performances and much more.