Middle Barton Primary School
61%
Capacity
106
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Middle Barton Primary School
Middle Barton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 106 pupils on roll, operating at 61% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Middle Barton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kim Griffin, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1755th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Middle Barton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 9 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Middle Barton Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Middle Barton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 27 Church Lane, Chipping Norton, West Oxfordshire, OX7 7BX |
| Headteacher | Kim Griffin |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 175 (61% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1755th of 13,686
Nationally
237th of 2,034
In South East
9th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 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.
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Contact Information
27 Church Lane, Chipping Norton
West Oxfordshire, OX7 7BX
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