Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy
96%
Capacity
288
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy
Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 288 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Summers, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 24% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13488th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Rounders, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Boundary Road, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 4AU |
| Headteacher | Julia Summers |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 288 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 288 / 300 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (24%)
13488th of 13,686
Nationally
1329th of 1,353
In East Midlands
32nd of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
24%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
24%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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
Boundary Road, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 4AU
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