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Newman School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Newman School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 187 pupils, and a capacity of 185 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

187

Pupils

185

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2022

Newman School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Newman School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rotherham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 185 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Rotherham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Newman School — School Information

Full address
East Bawtry Road, Rotherham, S60 3LX
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
62% of pupils
DfE URN
151166

Other Not applicable Schools in Rotherham

If Newman School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Newman School

Is Newman School oversubscribed?

Yes — Newman School currently has 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 185 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Newman School?

Admission to Newman School is managed by Rotherham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Newman School cover?

Newman School is a not applicable school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Newman School?

Newman School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.