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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Parent View (other)
- Parent Mail Link (other)
- 30 hour childcare (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Parent Pay Link (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Harris Primary Academy Merton (67.0)
- Gorringe Park Primary School (62.8)
- Liberty Primary (60.5)
- The Sherwood School (59.6)
- Cranmer Primary School (59.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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