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The Newark Academy Catchment Area

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

The Newark Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1145 pupils, and a capacity of 1110 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,145

Pupils

1,110

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

The Newark Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Newark Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottinghamshire. 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: 1145 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1110 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 Nottinghamshire 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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The Newark Academy — School Information

Full address
London Road, Balderton, Newark, NG24 3AL
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
26.2% of pupils
DfE URN
144489

Other Secondary Schools in Newark

If The Newark Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Newark are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Newark Academy

Is The Newark Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Newark Academy currently has 1145 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1110 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Newark Academy?

Admission to The Newark Academy is managed by Nottinghamshire. 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 The Newark Academy cover?

The Newark Academy is a secondary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire, 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 The Newark Academy?

The Newark Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.