Thank you for visiting our website. We hope it gives you a taste of our school and our community here in Barton.

Barton Primary School is a small, friendly, successful school, in the heart of a village community. Our school was inspected by both Ofsted and SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) in April 2025, and inspectors were impressed by the welcoming atmosphere, the quality of teaching and learning, and pupils' educational experiences. We are proud of the fact that we combine the excitement of learning with high expectations. At Barton, we believe that the goal of education “should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”

The Christian faith is central to our school values and ethos. Our most recent Church Schools' Inspection recognised that we are living up to our foundation as a Church school, enabling pupils and adults to flourish. Inspectors noted that:

• "The school has a positive climate for learning in which members of the school treat each other as they would wish to be treated. This enables pupils to fulfil their potential."
• "Pupils are able to fulfil a range of responsibilities as they grow through the school. This enables them to understand how their actions can make a positive difference to themselves and others."

Our recent GOOD Ofsted in April 2025 stated:

• “Pupils thrive in this calm, inclusive school where care and curiosity go hand in hand. The school’s values shape daily life, helping children feel safe, seen and proud of who they are. The school offers a broad, rich curriculum. It captures pupils’ interests and prepares them well for their future learning. Teachers have high expectations and pupils speak with confidence about their learning. They enjoy opportunities to explore ideas, solve problems and express themselves."

For more information, please see SIAMS and Ofsted inspection reports