Trinity Academy St. Edwards
URN: 148561 • Barnsley S70 6FP
Overview
- Name
- Trinity Academy St. Edwards
- URN
- 148561
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TRINITY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Allen (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01226664166
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Keresforth Close, Barnsley S70 6FP
Summary
Trinity Academy St. Edward's is a mixed secondary free school located in Barnsley, serving 717 pupils with a capacity of 900. The school is committed to providing an exceptional education within a highly inclusive environment, underpinned by its core values of empathy, honesty, respect, and responsibility. These principles guide the school's approach to teaching and community engagement, fostering a supportive atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at Trinity Academy St. Edward's is broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM). The school has received several accolades, including the World Class Schools Quality Mark and the Space Education Quality Mark, reflecting its dedication to high-quality education and innovative teaching methods. Additionally, the school prioritises music education and has been recognised as a Music Mark school.
Trinity Academy St. Edward's places significant importance on pastoral care and community involvement, aiming to help each student achieve their potential. With a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration with parents, the school strives to create an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Trinity Academy St. Edward's is broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM). The school has received several accolades, including the World Class Schools Quality Mark and the Space Education Quality Mark, reflecting its dedication to high-quality education and innovative teaching methods. Additionally, the school prioritises music education and has been recognised as a Music Mark school.
Trinity Academy St. Edward's places significant importance on pastoral care and community involvement, aiming to help each student achieve their potential. With a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration with parents, the school strives to create an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Absence (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Download our NEW prospectus (download)
- Read our Prospectus Read more (download)
- View Article Principal’s Update – 19.09.25 Posted : September 22, 2025 (download)
- View Article Principal’s Update – 26.09.25 Posted : September 26, 2025 (download)
- Admissions & Prospectus (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Horizon Community College (70.6)
- Horizon Community College (65.5)
- Carlton Community College (60.2)
- Darton Academy (57.4)
- Netherwood Academy (56.7)
Key details
- LA
- Barnsley
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TRINITY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 717
- Boys
- 368
- Girls
- 349
- FSM %
- 25.00
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 717 | 368 | 349 | 900 | 25.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 535 | 260 | 275 | 900 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 180 | 81 | 99 | 900 | 26.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 180 | 81 | 99 | 900 | 26.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 900 |
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