St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School

URN: 118767 • Gillingham ME8 6JH

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School
URN
118767
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vicki-Louise Gallagher (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Romany Road, Gillingham ME8 6JH

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Gillingham, Medway, with a current enrolment of 223 pupils and a capacity for 236. The school promotes a strong Catholic ethos, integrating faith-based values into daily learning and community life. The school is part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership, which enhances its commitment to Catholic education and social justice.

The curriculum at St Thomas of Canterbury encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Religious Education, English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering not only academic excellence but also personal development through initiatives like the School Council and Eco Warriors. Support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities is a priority, ensuring that all children can thrive in a nurturing environment.

The school community is actively engaged, with various opportunities for parental involvement through the PTA and regular communication via newsletters. St Thomas of Canterbury aims to provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment where every child can achieve their potential while upholding the values of respect, kindness, and service.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
236
Pupils
223
Boys
102
Girls
121
FSM %
12.30
Open date
Close date
2024-09-30
Last Ofsted
2023-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 102 121 236 12.30
2024-09-11 223 102 121 236 12.30
2023-09-11 258 131 127 210 13.10
2022-09-11 258 131 127 210 13.10
2021-09-11 252 129 123 210 12.90
2020-09-11 252 129 123 210 5.10

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