St Barnabas CofE Primary School

About St Barnabas CofE Primary School

St Barnabas CofE Primary School is a special place to work, learn and play. We believe that every child is a unique and valued member of the community, with individual needs, talents and strengths. Our motto is “Inspire, Nurture and Achieve” as we know that in the right environment each child can reach their full potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Sarah Hanson

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 60 responses • 15.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

98.3% positive 1.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

96.7% positive 1.7% negative

My child does well at this school

98.3% positive 1.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 60 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

18.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

61.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school and community!"

I've been a parent at St Barnabas for three years now, and I must say, it's been an absolute pleasure. The staff are supportive, the values are inspiring, and the facilities are excellent. My child has grown so much, both academically and personally.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Mark S

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A nurturing and stimulating environment"

My son has been at St Barnabas for a year now, and I'm so impressed with the way the teachers nurture each child's individual needs. The curriculum is engaging, and the Christian values are a lovely aspect of the school's ethos.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T

Parent Feb 22, 2021

4.0

"Good but needs improvement"

I have mixed feelings about St Barnabas. While my child did well academically and made some lovely friends, I felt that the school could do more to support children with special needs. The facilities are good, but I'd like to see more extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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