Barton CofE VA Primary School
101%
Capacity
121
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Barton CofE VA Primary School
Barton CofE VA Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 121 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Barton CofE VA Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Martin, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Barton CofE VA Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 14 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Barton CofE VA Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (81 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barton CofE VA Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Barton CofE VA Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB23 7BD |
| Headteacher | Julie Martin |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 121 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 121 / 120 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7799th of 13,686
Nationally
843rd of 1,612
In East of England
33rd of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
81 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barton CofE VA Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB23 7BD
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