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Bartholomew School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Bartholomew School is a academy converter secondary school in Witney, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1383 pupils, and a capacity of 1325 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,383

Pupils

1,325

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Bartholomew School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Bartholomew School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1383 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1325 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Bartholomew School — School Information

Full address
Witney Road, Eynsham, Witney, OX29 4AP
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137919

Other Secondary Schools in Witney

If Bartholomew School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Witney are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bartholomew School

Is Bartholomew School oversubscribed?

Yes — Bartholomew School currently has 1383 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1325 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bartholomew School?

Admission to Bartholomew School is managed by Oxfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Bartholomew School cover?

Bartholomew School is a secondary school in Witney, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bartholomew School?

Bartholomew School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.