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Thomas Barnes Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thomas Barnes Primary School is a foundation primary school in Tamworth, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 104 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

104

Pupils

105

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Thomas Barnes Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Thomas Barnes Primary School is set by Staffordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

Thomas Barnes Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Hopwas, Tamworth, B78 3AD
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
7.7% of pupils
DfE URN
124087

Other Primary Schools in Tamworth

If Thomas Barnes Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Tamworth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thomas Barnes Primary School

Is Thomas Barnes Primary School oversubscribed?

Thomas Barnes Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thomas Barnes Primary School?

Admission to Thomas Barnes Primary School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Thomas Barnes Primary School cover?

Thomas Barnes Primary School is a primary school in Tamworth, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.