St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy

URN: 146128 • Buxton SK17 6AF

Overview

Name
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN
146128
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Redfern (since 2022) , Headteacher
Previous head
Sarah Lancett (Acting Head of School), Headteacher
Telephone
0129823167
Website
Visit
Address
Palace Fields, Buxton SK17 6AF

Summary

St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy, located in Buxton, Derbyshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 419 students, operating under the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual, reflecting its mission statement: "aspire not to have more but to be more." This ethos encourages students to develop their talents and contribute positively to the world around them.

The academy offers a broad curriculum designed to support the academic and personal growth of its pupils. With a focus on individual development, the school strives to foster a sense of community and belonging among students, staff, and families. The school actively engages with parents through regular communication and events, including an Open Evening for prospective students.

St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy is committed to inclusivity, with 30.30% of its students eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse student population. The school welcomes prospective families to learn more about its values and educational offerings, reinforcing its dedication to creating a supportive and enriching learning environment.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
450
Pupils
419
Boys
192
Girls
227
FSM %
30.30
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 419 192 227 450 30.30
2024-09-11 426 205 221 450 24.20
2023-09-11 444 223 221 450 17.80
2022-09-11 444 223 221 450 17.80
2021-09-11 450 234 216 450 15.10
2020-09-11 444 234 210 450 11.30

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