St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

URN: 147431 • Guildford GU1 2SX

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
URN
147431
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Carter (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01483888388
Website
Visit
Address
Horseshoe Lane West, Guildford GU1 2SX

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in the Merrow district of Guildford, Surrey. As part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust and the Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton, the school serves the local community and welcomes children from diverse backgrounds and faiths. With a capacity of 420 pupils, the school currently has 429 enrolled students, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.

The school's ethos is rooted in a caring and supportive environment, guided by the principle of treating others as one would like to be treated. St Thomas of Canterbury aims to nurture the whole child, focusing on emotional, spiritual, and physical development alongside academic achievement. The curriculum is designed to be exciting and challenging, fostering confident and successful learners.

St Thomas of Canterbury emphasizes strong partnerships between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in the educational journey. The school is dedicated to developing responsible citizens who respect their community and the world, ensuring that each child feels valued and empowered to contribute positively to society.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
429
Boys
228
Girls
201
FSM %
5.10
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 429 228 201 420 5.10
2024-09-11 425 216 209 420 5.90
2023-09-11 420 219 201 420 5.20
2022-09-11 420 219 201 420 5.20
2021-09-11 418 218 200 420 6.20
2020-09-11 420 228 192 420 4.30

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