St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

URN: 146299 • Grays RM17 5RW

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
URN
146299
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CHRISTUS CATHOLIC TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emilie Poulteney (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01375375826
Website
Visit
Address
Ward Avenue, Grays RM17 5RW

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School, located in Grays, Thurrock, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 573 pupils and a capacity of 624. Established in 1886, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, underpinned by its Catholic ethos. The school’s mission is to foster a love of learning, spiritual growth, and respect for all individuals, reflecting its core values of dignity, solidarity, and responsibility.

The curriculum at St Thomas of Canterbury is designed to engage pupils academically while promoting their personal development. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and the local community to support each child's educational journey, ensuring that they thrive both in and out of the classroom. The school aims to empower students to become resilient and responsible members of society, equipped with the values needed to face future challenges.

As part of the Christus Catholic Trust since 2019, St Thomas of Canterbury emphasizes mutual support and a shared commitment to quality Catholic education. The school prides itself on creating a positive atmosphere where children are encouraged to be curious and respectful, fostering a strong sense of community.

Key details

LA
Thurrock
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CHRISTUS CATHOLIC TRUST
Capacity
624
Pupils
573
Boys
288
Girls
285
FSM %
16.80
Open date
2019-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 573 288 285 624 16.80
2024-09-11 597 292 305 630 16.90
2023-09-11 614 298 316 630 12.90
2022-09-11 614 298 316 630 12.90
2021-09-11 620 295 325 630 9.40
2020-09-11 608 295 313 630 5.90

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