St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School

URN: 138612 • London SE25 5BN

Overview

Name
St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School
URN
138612
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST THOMAS BECKET CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Diarmuid Skehan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086543006
Website
Visit
Address
Becket Close, London SE25 5BN

Summary

St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Croydon, London, with a current enrolment of 411 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on its strong Catholic ethos, promoting values such as compassion, tolerance, and forgiveness. It aims to foster a supportive environment where children can thrive spiritually, creatively, physically, socially, and academically.

The school offers a vibrant curriculum that includes various enrichment opportunities, trips, and creative learning experiences. St Thomas Becket has received an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted for its early years provision and personal development, highlighting the positive relationships among pupils and the inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity. Academic standards are high, with pupils consistently achieving above national and local averages.

The school welcomes families from all backgrounds, including those of different faiths, ensuring that every child is valued as part of the "Becket family." Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through open days and various support resources available on the school's website.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST THOMAS BECKET CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Capacity
420
Pupils
411
Boys
205
Girls
206
FSM %
10.90
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 411 205 206 420 10.90
2024-09-11 411 202 209 420 13.10
2023-09-11 409 198 211 420 14.70
2022-09-11 409 198 211 450 14.70
2021-09-11 408 196 212 450 12.50
2020-09-11 427 211 216 450 10.80

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