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
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/.
      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/.
Useful links
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- Click here for more information (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northampton School for Boys (82.3)
- Northampton School for Girls (70.2)
- Northampton School for Girls (69.3)
- Northampton Academy (67.9)
- Moulton School and Science College (65.4)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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