SchoolScoresHoly Trinity Catholic and CofE School
Academy · All-through, ages 3 to 16 · Mixed · Church of England/Roman Catholic · Nursery class
Part of ST CLARE CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Carlton Road, Barnsley, S71 2LF
01226 704550 · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
At the inspection that started on 23 April 2025, Ofsted graded each area separately. It stopped giving an overall grade in September 2024.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Requires improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires improvement |
| Early years | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
120 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025.
Barnsley comparisons use the 8 of its 9 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other one has no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Barnsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 7th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 15% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 66% | 74% | 89% |
| My child feels safe at this school 6th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 16% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 71% | 78% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 8th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 8% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 45% | 68% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 63 parents whose child had been bullied 8th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 15% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 35% | 43% | 51% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 109 parents who had raised a concern 8th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 7% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 41% | 60% | 76% |
| My child with SEND gets the support they needOf 39 parents of children with SEND 5th highest of 5 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 2% of 789 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 21% | 42% | 68% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 8th highest of 8 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Barnsley. Higher than 6% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 42%said yes | 67% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 10%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Barnsley figures pool parents at the Barnsley schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
54 pupils in this year group.
48% — 17 points below the Barnsley average, and 14 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 48% | 65% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 2% | 8% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 56% | 76% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 65% | 73% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 69% | 77% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 102 | 105 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 103 | 105 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
137 pupils in this year group.
20% — 25 points below the Barnsley average, and 26 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 20% | 45% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 37.5 | 44 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.1 | 3.9 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
132 pupils in this year group.
90% — about the same as the Barnsley average, and 2 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Barnsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 90% | 90% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 5% | 8% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 2% | 3% | 13% |
| Further education college | 71% | 70% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5% | 3% |
| Work | 7% | 4% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 93% | 90% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Barnsley. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in (Year 7)?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 84 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 89 |
| Of those, offered a place | 80 (90%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 236 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.9 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 1.1
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
How hard is it to get in (Reception)?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 45 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 45 |
| Of those, offered a place | 45 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 69 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.9 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 1.0
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Church of England/Roman Catholic school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Barnsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 5th highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 67% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 34.5% | 32.1%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 3rd highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 76% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 4.3% | 4.1%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 2nd highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 60% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.2% | 12.4%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 5th highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 34% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 7.2% | 6.9%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 6th lowest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Lower than 17% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 10.7% | 9.5%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 8th lowest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Lower than 18% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 30.4% | 25.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 3rd lowest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Lower than 18% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 36.4 | 46.1 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 2nd lowest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Lower than 30% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.5% | 10.6% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded17 pupils | 1.48% | 0.59% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 3rd highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 94% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 20.1 | 18.3 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 7th highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 35% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.2 | 12.0 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 7th highest of 9 state secondary schools in Barnsley. Higher than 46% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 12.5% | 15.0%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Outwood Academy Carlton 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed 2024 · 40% grade 5+ English and maths
- Outwood Academy Shafton 2.3 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 45% grade 5+ English and maths
- Horizon Community College 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2014, before conversion), confirmed, may be improving 2023 · 48% grade 5+ English and maths
- Trinity Academy St Edwards 2.8 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2024)
- Barnsley Academy 2.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2020), confirmed 2025 · 44% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School's Ofsted rating?
At its inspection in 23 April 2025, Ofsted graded each area separately; it stopped giving an overall grade in September 2024.
How did Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 20% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 26 points below the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School?
42% of the 120 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 3 September 2024 and 1 September 2025 said they would recommend Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 89 families put Holy Trinity Catholic and CofE School as their first choice for 84 places: about one first-choice application for every place. 80 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 144606.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 3 September 2024 to 1 September 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.