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Trinity School Catchment Area

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

Trinity School is a academy converter secondary school in Newbury, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1355 pupils, and a capacity of 1204 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,355

Pupils

1,204

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Trinity School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Trinity 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: 1355 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1204 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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Trinity School — School Information

Full address
Love Lane, Shaw, Newbury, RG14 2DU
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138525

Other Secondary Schools in Newbury

If Trinity School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Newbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Trinity School

Is Trinity School oversubscribed?

Yes — Trinity School currently has 1355 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1204 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Trinity School?

Admission to Trinity 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 Trinity School cover?

Trinity 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 Trinity School?

Trinity School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.