St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
URN: 141835 • Birmingham B38 8AP
Overview
- Name
- St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
- URN
- 141835
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Martin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01214644643
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wychall Lane, Birmingham B38 8AP
Summary
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, serving approximately 1,190 students with a capacity of 1,239. As part of The Lumen Christi Catholic Multi Academy Company, the school places a strong emphasis on its Catholic ethos, with a mission to centre Christ in the community. The school promotes a respectful and inclusive environment, celebrating diversity and fostering positive relationships among students and staff.
The curriculum at St Thomas Aquinas is designed to be ambitious and challenging, aiming to equip students with essential skills and qualifications while also providing a rich educational experience in areas such as art, literature, and music. The school is committed to high standards of behaviour and uniform, encouraging students to take responsibility for their learning and personal development.
Pastoral care is a key focus, ensuring that each student feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey. The school community is built on principles of integrity, compassion, and service, aiming to develop committed learners and exceptional individuals prepared for future challenges.
The curriculum at St Thomas Aquinas is designed to be ambitious and challenging, aiming to equip students with essential skills and qualifications while also providing a rich educational experience in areas such as art, literature, and music. The school is committed to high standards of behaviour and uniform, encouraging students to take responsibility for their learning and personal development.
Pastoral care is a key focus, ensuring that each student feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey. The school community is built on principles of integrity, compassion, and service, aiming to develop committed learners and exceptional individuals prepared for future challenges.
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Nearby alternatives
- Handsworth Grammar School (76.3)
- Swanshurst School (74.9)
- Kings Norton Girls' School (73.3)
- St Paul's School for Girls (72.5)
- King Edward VI Aston School (72.1)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
- Capacity
- 1239
- Pupils
- 1190
- Boys
- 628
- Girls
- 562
- FSM %
- 47.10
- Open date
- 2015-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1190 | 628 | 562 | 1239 | 47.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1172 | 627 | 545 | 1239 | 44.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1168 | 595 | 573 | 1239 | 41.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1168 | 595 | 573 | 1239 | 41.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1155 | 595 | 560 | 1239 | 37.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1147 | 572 | 575 | 1239 | 32.00 |
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