St Thomas More Catholic School

URN: 139517 • Bedford MK41 7UL

Overview

Name
St Thomas More Catholic School
URN
139517
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Bonner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01234400222
Website
Visit
Address
Tyne Crescent, Bedford MK41 7UL

Summary

St Thomas More Catholic School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bedford, serving a diverse student body of 929 pupils with a capacity of 1,040. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, rooted in Catholic values, which fosters both academic and personal development. With approximately 20.20% of students eligible for free school meals, the school prioritises equity and access to education for all.

The curriculum at St Thomas More is designed to meet the needs of all learners, offering a broad range of subjects that encourage critical thinking and creativity. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also promoting the importance of moral and spiritual growth. Students are encouraged to engage with their community and participate in various extracurricular activities that enhance their educational experience.

St Thomas More Catholic School aims to create a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The school's ethos is centred around respect, responsibility, and resilience, preparing students not only for their exams but also for their future roles as active members of society. For more information, visit their website at http://www.st-thomasmore.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
Bedford
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Capacity
1040
Pupils
929
Boys
457
Girls
472
FSM %
20.20
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 929 457 472 1040 20.20
2024-09-11 944 457 487 1040 21.60
2023-09-11 920 463 457 1040 18.00
2022-09-11 920 463 457 1040 18.00
2021-09-11 932 459 473 1040 14.10
2020-09-11 971 477 494 1040 12.70

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