Bartholomew School

A outstanding academy converter school in Oxfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bartholomew School.

Witney, OX294AP Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

65

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
72.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.8
English & Maths grade 4+ %
65.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 80.1%
Continue in education or training
46.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 53.0%
Sustained employment
59.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 29.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
14 May 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Witney Road
Eynsham
Witney, OX294AP
Phone
1865881430
Website
bartholomew.oxon.sch.uk

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137919
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Witney Road, Eynsham, Witney, OX29 4AP
Website
http://www.bartholomew.oxon.sch.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
EPA TRUST
Capacity
1,325 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,346
Free School Meals
11.2% (151 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (28 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
23.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
53.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
29.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
5.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
8.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
49%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
120 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
5.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
80.1 (+28.1 vs average)
Attainment 8:
57.3 (+17.8 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.8 (+1.0 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
84 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
168
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,346 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Economics (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(10 students)
History (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(20 students)
Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(40 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(33 students)
Government & Politics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(11 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respectful and trusting relationships Collaboration and competition Curiosity and confidence Happy, motivated and inclusive school community Be the best we can be

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Bartholomew School. Our aim is to offer a well-rounded, safe and challenging education in a caring environment. Bartholomew serves over 1,360 students aged 11–18, with GCSE results well above average and top national A Level results. We emphasise outstanding teaching, extensive extracurricular activities and strong pastoral support, with active involvement from parents and the local community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Book Group Games Club Homework Club Chess Club

Facilities

State-of-the-art fitness suite and multi-use games area on site Sports hall Newly refurbished library

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