[1] It has a mixed intake of boys and girls ages 11–16 with a comprehensive admissions policy, and in 2016 had an enrolment of 746 pupils.

The school is operated by Outwood Grange Academies Trust and the current principal is Paul Taylor.

[1] Carlton Community College was established in September 2009 through the merger of Edward Sheerien and Royston High schools.

[2] In 2011 the school moved into a newly constructed site, built as part of the Building Schools for the Future programme and funded through Private Finance Initiative.

[1] The school continues to coordinate with Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council for admissions.