Trinity Academy St. Edwards
80%
Capacity
717
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Trinity Academy St. Edwards
Trinity Academy St. Edwards is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Barnsley community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 717 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 900 places).
the school is led by headteacher Mark Allen, it falls under Barnsley local authority.
Trinity Academy St. Edwards is a popular choice with families — it received 725 applications for 170 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 360 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trinity Academy St. Edwards include Astro Turf, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Theatre, Science Labs, Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Sixth Form Centre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics and 4 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Orchestra, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Barnsley, Trinity Academy St. Edwards is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Keresforth Close, Barnsley, Barnsley, S70 6FP |
| Headteacher | Mark Allen |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Number of Pupils | 717 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 717 / 900 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 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
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed170
725
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
360 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Keresforth Close, Barnsley
Barnsley, S70 6FP
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