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
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/.
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/.
Useful links
- Enter School (other)
- Enter Sixth Form (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Thomas More Catholic School (70.2)
- Redborne Upper School and Community College (69.8)
- Sharnbrook Academy (62.7)
- Goldington Academy (60.0)
- Bedford Free School (60.0)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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