Barton Primary School
Newport, PO30 2AX · Isle of Wight · primary school
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29th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 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 — 2.0/10 against 1,775 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 42.0 · 10 | 62% | 0.59 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, 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 (2.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council and Young Leaders groups. Sports include dance, football, cricket, rounders, hockey, cross country, tag rugby, and handball. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 239 pupils against a stated capacity of 295. 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 literacy? What specific activities are included in the Young Leaders programme?
What Ofsted said about Barton Primary School
Overview
Barton Primary School is described as sitting "at the heart of the local community," with families actively included through events like termly ‘share my learning’ sessions. The school has acted with determination to improve the curriculum and teaching following previous disappointing outcomes, resulting in pupils achieving well in much of their learning. High expectations are set for both achievement and behaviour, supported by a strong pastoral team and a focus on personal development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "relevant and accessible to all pupils," with clear learning intentions in every subject area.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is carefully considered, including a "highly personalised approach" in ‘The Cabin’ for those with complex needs.
- Pupils enjoy mathematics, benefiting from regular recaps of previous learning that help them build on accumulated knowledge.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils showing "kindness and empathy" through ‘No Outsiders’ lessons and acting as ‘equality and rights advocates’.
- Attendance is good, supported by a popular breakfast club and effective family support, reducing persistent absence.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure all staff have the training needed to effectively teach reading, as there is variability in how quickly pupils become fluent readers.
- Staff must maintain consistently high behaviour expectations in all lessons, as a few pupils are not fully attentive and sometimes distract others.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 42% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
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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