Barton Park Primary School
Oxford, OX3 9WN · Oxfordshire · primary school
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190th of 230 primary schools in Oxfordshire we can score, 244 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.3/10 against 1,558 of them, against 2.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barton Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit Pegasus Theatre, Oxford Playhouse, The Story Museum, Science Oxford, Oxford Castle, Woodstock Museum, the Ashmolean, and the Pitt Rivers.
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment to the higher standard? How does the school ensure that trips to museums and theatres are accessible to all families?
What Ofsted said about Barton Park Primary School
Overview
Barton Park Primary School is described as a “calm and harmonious” new school where leaders have prioritised building positive relationships. Pupils are “friendly” and “enjoy learning,” supported by an ambitious curriculum and effective support for those with special educational needs. The inspection found the school to be “Good” across all categories, noting that while most pupils make good progress, curriculum implementation and assessment consistency require further refinement in some subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, behave well, and follow the school’s “golden rules” of being respectful, safe, and ready.
- Leaders provide proactive support for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, ensuring they “make good progress.”
- Reading and vocabulary development are high priorities, with most pupils becoming “fluent, confident readers” by the end of key stage 1.
- Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, and procedures are “effective” in identifying and supporting pupils who need help.
- The multi-academy trust provides appropriate support, and staff feel “well supported by leaders.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must continue refining the curriculum in a minority of subjects where pupils’ learning is currently variable.
- Leaders should ensure they fully check that the curriculum is being implemented as planned across all subjects.
- Staff must consistently identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge, particularly in subjects where teachers do not routinely check what pupils have learned.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff trained to spot signs of harm and pupils knowing how to keep themselves safe online and offline.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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