St Thomas Becket Catholic School

URN: 142747 • Northampton NN3 6HT

Overview

Name
St Thomas Becket Catholic School
URN
142747
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
52.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul McCahill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01604493211
Website
Visit
Address
Becket Way, Northampton NN3 6HT

Summary

St Thomas Becket Catholic School is a mixed secondary academy located in Northampton, West Northamptonshire. With a current enrolment of approximately 900 pupils, the school has the capacity to accommodate up to 1,136 students. The institution is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, reflecting its Catholic ethos and values.

The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners, fostering both academic and personal growth. St Thomas Becket Catholic School prioritises the development of critical thinking and encourages students to engage in their education actively. The school also provides various support services to ensure that every pupil can thrive, including pastoral care and academic guidance.

With around 28.8% of students eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to promoting equality and inclusivity within its community. St Thomas Becket Catholic School aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their roles as responsible citizens. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.thomasbecket.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Capacity
1136
Pupils
900
Boys
472
Girls
428
FSM %
28.80
Open date
2016-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 900 472 428 1136 28.80
2024-09-11 887 473 414 1136 28.30
2023-09-11 840 456 384 1136 25.30
2022-09-11 840 456 384 1136 25.30
2021-09-11 751 408 343 1136 25.00
2020-09-11 685 361 324 1136 21.00

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