St Thomas of Canterbury Roman Catholic Primary School

URN: 117454 • Ware SG11 1RZ

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury Roman Catholic Primary School
URN
117454
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Keating (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
High Street, Ware SG11 1RZ

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Ware, Hertfordshire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 117 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 122. The school embraces a strong Catholic ethos, encapsulated in its mission statement: "Learn, Love and Respect Through Jesus." This mission guides the school's approach to education, encouraging pupils to embody these values in their daily lives and interactions.

The school prioritises the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of its students, fostering a Christ-centred community where positive behaviour and mutual respect are paramount. Through various initiatives, including the 'Mission Award,' pupils are motivated to engage in charitable activities and community service, reinforcing their understanding of justice and service at local and global levels.

St Thomas of Canterbury welcomes both Catholic and non-Catholic children from the age of three, offering a nurturing environment that values diversity. The school is part of the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust, which oversees admissions and provides support for families seeking a place for their children in the nursery and primary phases.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
122
Pupils
117
Boys
64
Girls
53
FSM %
9.10
Open date
Close date
2021-08-31
Last Ofsted
2007-10-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 117 64 53 122 9.10
2024-09-11 117 64 53 122 9.10
2023-09-11 117 64 53 122 9.10
2022-09-11 117 64 53 122 9.10
2021-09-11 117 64 53 122 9.10
2020-09-11 115 64 51 122 5.80

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