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St Bartholomew's School Catchment Area

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

St Bartholomew's School is a academy converter secondary school in Newbury, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1930 pupils, and a capacity of 1922 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,930

Pupils

1,922

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

St Bartholomew's School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Bartholomew's School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Berkshire. 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: 1930 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1922 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 West Berkshire 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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St Bartholomew's School — School Information

Full address
Andover Road, Newbury, RG14 6JP
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.1% of pupils
DfE URN
137465

Other Secondary Schools in Newbury

If St Bartholomew's School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Newbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Bartholomew's School

Is St Bartholomew's School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Bartholomew's School currently has 1930 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1922 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Bartholomew's School?

Admission to St Bartholomew's School is managed by West Berkshire. 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 St Bartholomew's School cover?

St Bartholomew's School is a secondary school in Newbury, West Berkshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Bartholomew's School?

St Bartholomew's School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.