St Thomas More Catholic High School
URN: 137734 • North Shields NE29 8LF
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas More Catholic High School
- URN
- 137734
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Watson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912588340
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lynn Road, North Shields NE29 8LF
Summary
St Thomas More Catholic High School is a mixed secondary academy located in North Shields, North Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 1,622 students and a capacity of 1,650. The school serves the local Catholic community, drawing students from seven primary schools within the Tynemouth Priory partnership. The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting love, justice, peace, truth, and tolerance, which underpin its mission to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 11 to 18, focusing on academic excellence alongside moral, social, and spiritual development. St Thomas More is committed to providing first-class pastoral care, ensuring that students feel valued and secure as they progress through their education. The school also encourages participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering personal growth and community engagement.
St Thomas More Catholic High School prides itself on its strong relationships among students, staff, and the wider community, aiming to prepare young people for the next stages of their lives. The school’s regular newsletter, "More Life," highlights student achievements and school activities, reinforcing its commitment to celebrating the successes of its pupils.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 11 to 18, focusing on academic excellence alongside moral, social, and spiritual development. St Thomas More is committed to providing first-class pastoral care, ensuring that students feel valued and secure as they progress through their education. The school also encourages participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering personal growth and community engagement.
St Thomas More Catholic High School prides itself on its strong relationships among students, staff, and the wider community, aiming to prepare young people for the next stages of their lives. The school’s regular newsletter, "More Life," highlights student achievements and school activities, reinforcing its commitment to celebrating the successes of its pupils.
Useful links
- Governance & Finance (governance)
- Academic Support (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Term time holiday form (sen)
- Bus Timetables (download)
- Key Information & Term Dates (other)
- Admissions & Year 6 Transition (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Sixth Form (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Marden High School (64.5)
- Norham High School (47.7)
- John Spence Community High School (47.2)
- St Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Aided (45.2)
- Ralph Gardner Community High School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1650
- Pupils
- 1622
- Boys
- 797
- Girls
- 825
- FSM %
- 24.60
- Open date
- 2011-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1622 | 797 | 825 | 1650 | 24.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1619 | 803 | 816 | 1650 | 22.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1612 | 759 | 853 | 1650 | 18.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1612 | 759 | 853 | 1650 | 18.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1608 | 756 | 852 | 1650 | 16.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1598 | 758 | 840 | 1650 | 13.60 |
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