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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Barnsole Primary School (79.4)
- St George's Church of England School, Bourton (72.7)
- Fairview Community Primary School (69.2)
- Thames View Primary School (68.0)
- Park Wood Junior School (65.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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