St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy

URN: 146145 • Ilkeston DE7 4LF

Overview

Name
St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN
146145
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Sellors (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01159320550
Website
Visit
Address
Church View, Ilkeston DE7 4LF

Summary

St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy, located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 216 pupils, serving a capacity of 230. The school is part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing and safe environment grounded in Gospel values, including Love, Respect, Forgiveness, Honesty, and Friendship. The mission statement, "We serve God when we work and play together," reflects the school's ethos of community and collaboration.

The academy prioritises high standards of behaviour and effective learning, supported by excellent teaching and facilities. The curriculum is designed to challenge and motivate students while celebrating individual successes. Safeguarding is a key focus, with dedicated staff trained to ensure the safety and well-being of all children. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community to promote online safety and personal development through various initiatives, including partnerships with organisations like the NSPCC.

For more information, parents can visit the school's website at [St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy](https://www.stthomasilkeston.srscmat.co.uk/).

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
230
Pupils
216
Boys
108
Girls
108
FSM %
21.30
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 108 108 230 21.30
2024-09-11 229 111 118 245 24.00
2023-09-11 240 123 117 245 20.80
2022-09-11 240 123 117 245 20.80
2021-09-11 244 128 116 245 18.40
2020-09-11 244 123 121 245 13.50

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