Niton Primary School
School Lane, Niton, Ventnor, PO38 2BPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Niton Primary School is a primary school in Ventnor for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 50 schools in Isle of Wight. It ranks 5th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 May 2017, report published 24 May 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 21 June 2023
Pupils are well cared for in this school. There is a focus on nurturing their potential and a strong emphasis on valuing everyone for who they are. Pupils feel proud to celebrate difference. They state that being unique is what makes them special. The school values of love, courage, truth, respect and friendship are deeply rooted in all the school does. Pupils are keen to nominate their peers for the awards linked to these. Leaders ensure that pupils have opportunities to share their own thoughts and opinions. The pupil parliament plays an important role in decision making. The high value placed on reading is noticeable in every corner of the school. Pupils are enthusiastic about the range of diverse books in the library and the top 100 books in their classrooms. They are grateful to have such a wide range of texts to choose from. They eagerly talk about the books they are reading. Pupils achieve well due to the carefully thought-through curriculum. Pupils do not need to worry about the behaviour of others. There is a calm and respectful atmosphere in class and at playtimes. Play leaders help to organise games. They make sure everyone is included.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, refinements are still being made to the curriculum. These changes are not fully embedded. This means that some pupils do not achieve as well as they could. Leaders must continue to develop these areas of the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
28 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
194 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Niton Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Wroxall Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| Godshill Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 48% met the expected standard |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 40% met the expected standard |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School | 6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Duncan Mills
- Phone
- 01983730209
- Address
- School Lane, Niton, Ventnor, PO38 2BP
- Local authority
- Isle of Wight
- URN
- 118165
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.