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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred (74.2)
- Quarry Hill Academy (71.4)
- St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School (68.2)
- Tudor Court Primary School (66.1)
- Warren Primary School (66.0)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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