St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury

URN: 140874 • Canterbury CT1 3EN

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
J Rowarth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01227826200
Website
Visit
Address
Old Dover Road, Canterbury CT1 3EN

Summary

St. Anselm's Catholic School, located in Canterbury, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,107 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 1,071. The school embraces a Catholic ethos, welcoming applications from both Catholic students and those from families who support its values. The community is built on the Gospel principles of Hope, Charity, Justice, and Peace, fostering an environment where every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.

The school operates a house system, established in 2011, to enhance community spirit and provide clear pastoral support. Each student is assigned to a vertical tutor group within one of five houses, promoting interaction across different year groups. This structure is supported by dedicated staff, including an Assistant Headteacher for each house, ensuring that students receive comprehensive guidance and care.

St. Anselm's offers a strong curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals. The school encourages parental involvement and provides opportunities for prospective students to visit and experience the school environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1071
Pupils
1107
Boys
526
Girls
581
FSM %
22.80
Open date
2014-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1107 526 581 1071 22.80
2024-09-11 1090 542 548 1071 21.00
2023-09-11 1107 559 548 1071 17.00
2022-09-11 1107 559 548 1071 17.00
2021-09-11 1113 562 551 1071 16.30
2020-09-11 1124 563 561 1071 13.20

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