St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

URN: 133774 • Mitcham CR4 1YG

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
URN
133774
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Marie Tucker (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086480869
Website
Visit
Address
53 Commonside East, Mitcham CR4 1YG

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School, located in Mitcham, is a voluntary aided primary school serving a mixed-gender population of 426 pupils, with a capacity for 480. The school is committed to fostering a Christian community that promotes Gospel values such as love, peace, justice, and forgiveness. The mission emphasizes the holistic development of each child, encouraging them to reach their God-given potential while nurturing their individual skills and needs.

The curriculum at St Thomas of Canterbury is designed to be broad and balanced, aiming to inspire independent lifelong learners. The school prioritises a supportive environment where children feel valued and safe, and it actively involves parents and carers as essential partners in education. The school also places a strong emphasis on enriching prayer and worship experiences to enhance the Catholic faith of its community members.

Core values of respect, responsibility, and relationship-building are integral to the school's ethos. St Thomas of Canterbury encourages pupils to critically evaluate societal standards and values, fostering a sense of accountability and community engagement. The school aims to prepare students for their future roles in society, regardless of their background or beliefs.

Key details

LA
Merton
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
426
Boys
208
Girls
218
FSM %
32.30
Open date
2002-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 426 208 218 480 32.30
2024-09-11 424 195 229 480 32.20
2023-09-11 473 224 249 480 34.30
2022-09-11 473 224 249 639 34.30
2021-09-11 488 228 260 639 29.90
2020-09-11 524 235 289 639 22.00

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