Downs Barn School
94%
Capacity
85
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Downs Barn School
Downs Barn School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 90 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Downs Barn School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Mathews, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
Downs Barn School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 26 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Downs Barn School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Downs Barn 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 69 Downs Barns Boulevard, 69 Downs Barn Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK14 7NA |
| Headteacher | Kate Mathews |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 85 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 85 / 90 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2024. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
69 Downs Barns Boulevard, 69 Downs Barn Boulevard, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK14 7NA
69 Downs Barns Boulevard, 69 Downs Barn Boulevard, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK14 7NA
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