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Tuxford Academy Catchment Area

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

Tuxford Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1482 pupils, and a capacity of 1462 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,482

Pupils

1,462

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Tuxford Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Tuxford 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: 1482 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1462 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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Tuxford Academy — School Information

Full address
Marnham Road, Newark, NG22 0JH
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137319

Other Secondary Schools in Newark

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Tuxford Academy

Is Tuxford Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Tuxford Academy currently has 1482 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1462 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Tuxford Academy?

Admission to Tuxford 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 Tuxford Academy cover?

Tuxford 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 Tuxford Academy?

Tuxford Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.