Bluecoat Trent Academy
75%
Capacity
895
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Bluecoat Trent Academy
Bluecoat Trent Academy is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 895 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bluecoat Trent Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire McManus, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
Bluecoat Trent Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 880 applications for 235 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 396 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bluecoat Trent Academy include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Tennis Courts, Dining Hall, Science Labs, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Science Club, Eco Club, Choir and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.3%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Nottingham, Bluecoat Trent Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pelham Avenue, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5 1AJ |
| Headteacher | Claire McManus |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 895 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.3% |
| School Capacity | 895 / 1,200 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed235
880
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
396 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pelham Avenue, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG5 1AJ
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