Barton Manor School
43%
Capacity
449
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Barton Manor School
Barton Manor School is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 449 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (43% of 1,050 places).
Ofsted has rated Barton Manor School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Morgan, it falls under Kent local authority.
Barton Manor School is a popular choice with families — it received 641 applications for 144 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 151 were first-preference applications.
Barton Manor School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (136 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barton Manor School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Astro Turf, Sixth Form Centre, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Science Labs, Library, Playing Fields, Theatre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rugby, Rounders, Badminton and 5 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Coding and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Canterbury, Barton Manor School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Spring Lane, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT1 1SU |
| Headteacher | Richard Morgan |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.0% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 1,050 (43% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
136 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
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed144
641
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
151 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barton Manor School
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Contact Information
Spring Lane, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT1 1SU
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