St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon
URN: 137851 • Blaydon-on-Tyne NE21 4BQ
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon
- URN
- 137851
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jillian Turner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914990111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Croftdale Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne NE21 4BQ
Summary
St Thomas More Catholic School, located in Blaydon-on-Tyne, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,400 students, operating under the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust. The school prides itself on its strong Catholic ethos, focusing on the holistic development of students and fostering a supportive community environment. The Head Teacher, Mrs. Jillian Turner, emphasizes the importance of collaboration and moral development alongside academic success.
The curriculum at St Thomas More is designed to challenge students while providing the necessary support for them to reach their full potential. The school offers a range of educational pathways, including vocational options, and actively engages parents through various virtual sessions. The school community values inclusivity and aims to instill good moral attitudes in students, preparing them for future challenges.
St Thomas More is committed to creating a nurturing and rewarding learning environment, where students are encouraged to excel in all aspects of their education. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, reflecting its openness and dedication to fostering strong relationships within the community.
The curriculum at St Thomas More is designed to challenge students while providing the necessary support for them to reach their full potential. The school offers a range of educational pathways, including vocational options, and actively engages parents through various virtual sessions. The school community values inclusivity and aims to instill good moral attitudes in students, preparing them for future challenges.
St Thomas More is committed to creating a nurturing and rewarding learning environment, where students are encouraged to excel in all aspects of their education. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, reflecting its openness and dedication to fostering strong relationships within the community.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Supporting Students with SEND (sen)
- Reporting Absence (sen)
- Holiday & Leave of Absence Requests (sen)
- View Calendar (calendar)
- Next Steps (calendar)
- Weekly Letter from the Head Teacher (download)
- Termly Curriculum Overview (download)
- Termly Curriculum Overview (download)
- Termly Curriculum Overview (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Blaydon Comprehensive School (45.2)
- St Thomas More Catholic School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1509
- Pupils
- 1400
- Boys
- 684
- Girls
- 716
- FSM %
- 17.40
- Open date
- 2012-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1400 | 684 | 716 | 1509 | 17.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1449 | 702 | 747 | 1509 | 18.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1483 | 692 | 791 | 1509 | 14.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1483 | 692 | 791 | 1509 | 14.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1495 | 670 | 825 | 1509 | 14.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1487 | 676 | 811 | 1509 | 10.80 |
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