St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
URN: 138164 • Colchester CO1 2QB
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
- URN
- 138164
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE ROSARY TRUST - A CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bridget Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01206865722
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Priory Street, Colchester CO1 2QB
Summary
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, located in Colchester, Essex, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 205 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and nurturing environment, where students are encouraged to thrive academically and socially. With a strong emphasis on Catholic values, the school’s mission is encapsulated in the phrase, "As we walk together with Jesus we love, live and learn."
The school is recognized for its achievements, including hosting the maths hub for Essex, Southend, and Thurrock, and serving as a centre of excellence for phonics. St Thomas More's also plays a significant role in teacher training, contributing to the professional development of educators in the region. As part of a Multi-Academy Trust with six other Catholic schools, St Thomas More's collaborates closely with its peers while maintaining its own independent governance.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of the school's ethos, with strong ties to the local parish enhancing the educational experience. The dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic pupils work together to create a vibrant school community focused on delivering quality education and fostering a love for learning.
The school is recognized for its achievements, including hosting the maths hub for Essex, Southend, and Thurrock, and serving as a centre of excellence for phonics. St Thomas More's also plays a significant role in teacher training, contributing to the professional development of educators in the region. As part of a Multi-Academy Trust with six other Catholic schools, St Thomas More's collaborates closely with its peers while maintaining its own independent governance.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of the school's ethos, with strong ties to the local parish enhancing the educational experience. The dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic pupils work together to create a vibrant school community focused on delivering quality education and fostering a love for learning.
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Nearby alternatives
- Home Farm Primary School (75.6)
- Hamilton Primary School (75.4)
- Home Farm Primary School (75.1)
- Great Bentley Primary School (73.2)
- Lakelands Primary School (72.6)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE ROSARY TRUST - A CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 3.90
- Open date
- 2012-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 105 | 100 | 210 | 3.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 207 | 105 | 102 | 210 | 4.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 208 | 96 | 112 | 210 | 4.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 208 | 96 | 112 | 210 | 4.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 204 | 92 | 112 | 210 | 3.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 98 | 109 | 210 | 1.90 |
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