St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Primary School, Brentwood
URN: 115179 • Brentwood CM15 9BX
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Primary School, Brentwood
- URN
- 115179
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dean Moran (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01277223651
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood CM15 9BX
Summary
St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Primary School, located in Brentwood, Essex, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 523 pupils, with a capacity for 535. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, rooted in Christian values, which fosters both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at St Thomas of Canterbury is designed to promote a love of learning, encouraging students to explore a wide range of subjects while developing critical thinking and creativity. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of community and collaboration, ensuring that parents and guardians are actively involved in their children's education.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (22.4%), the school is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities. This commitment to inclusivity and community support reflects the school's ethos of care and respect, aiming to prepare children not only for academic success but also for responsible citizenship.
The curriculum at St Thomas of Canterbury is designed to promote a love of learning, encouraging students to explore a wide range of subjects while developing critical thinking and creativity. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of community and collaboration, ensuring that parents and guardians are actively involved in their children's education.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (22.4%), the school is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities. This commitment to inclusivity and community support reflects the school's ethos of care and respect, aiming to prepare children not only for academic success but also for responsible citizenship.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- EYFS Parent Meeting presentation (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- School Development Plan 2025 (download)
- Please click here to see the EYFS promotional leaflet for the academic year (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Calculation Policy (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term & Holiday Dates 2025-26 (other)
- Term & Holiday Dates 2026-27 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald (76.6)
- Larchwood Primary School (71.8)
- Shenfield St. Mary's Church of England Primary School (70.4)
- St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Shenfield (70.2)
- St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Infant School (68.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 523 | 259 | 264 | 535 | 22.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 527 | 269 | 258 | 535 | 18.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 308 | 165 | 143 | 310 | 14.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 308 | 165 | 143 | 310 | 14.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 307 | 164 | 143 | 310 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 308 | 162 | 146 | 310 | 7.50 |
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