Thomas More Catholic School

URN: 101821 • Purley CR8 2XP

Overview

Name
Thomas More Catholic School
URN
101821
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maryssa Dako (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
02086686251
Website
Visit
Address
Russell Hill Road, Purley CR8 2XP

Summary

Thomas More Catholic School is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Purley, Croydon, serving a diverse community with a current enrolment of 631 students, against a capacity of 850. The school is committed to fostering a Catholic ethos, encapsulated in its mission statement, "To Care, to Learn, to Achieve." This ethos underpins the school's approach to education, encouraging students to thrive academically while developing their spiritual and emotional well-being.

The curriculum at Thomas More aims for high academic standards, complemented by a robust extracurricular programme. The school prioritises safeguarding and support, ensuring a safe learning environment where staff are trained to identify and assist students in need. The school actively promotes mental health and well-being, exemplified by partnerships with organisations like Chelsea Football Club's Academy for mental wellness initiatives.

As part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark, the school emphasises spiritual development through regular acts of worship and community engagement. Students are encouraged to participate in various religious activities and trips, fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation for their faith and cultural diversity.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
850
Pupils
631
Boys
369
Girls
262
FSM %
39.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 631 369 262 850 39.20
2024-09-11 627 366 261 850 34.00
2023-09-11 705 406 299 850 31.90
2022-09-11 705 406 299 850 31.90
2021-09-11 679 375 304 850 30.10
2020-09-11 745 403 342 850 25.30

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