Haringey
9.95% fixed-term exclusions – 4th highest in London.
Over 11,000 children live in workless households.
2nd highest domestic abuse rate in London; 70% of child protection referrals involve violence
10,000+ young people with diagnosable mental health conditions – yet many in Tottenham remain unsupported.
Brent
35% of children live in relative poverty.
233% rise in mental health presentations, including self-harm and trauma.
High exclusion rates for pupils with SEND and from migrant/refugee backgrounds.
Increasing housing instability is impacting children’s emotional regulation and behaviour.
Enfield
Over 30% of pupils have SEND, many with emotional needs.
High levels of school avoidance and trauma-linked behaviour.
Schools report difficulties in Years 1–3 with emotional regulation and peer relationships.
Barnet
13,288 children live in low-income households.
Self-harm admissions well above average:
108/100,000 (girls), 33/100,000 (boys)
Schools in Colindale and Cricklewood show high emotional need in KS2.
Early intervention services have been reduced, leaving schools to bridge growing gaps.
