Barton Park Primary School
57%
Capacity
179
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Barton Park Primary School
Barton Park Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Oxford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Barton Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bryony McCraw, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
Barton Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barton Park Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oxford, Barton Park Primary 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Barton Fields Road, Oxford, Oxford, OX3 9WN |
| Headteacher | Bryony McCraw |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 315 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barton Fields Road, Oxford
Oxford, OX3 9WN
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