St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

URN: 148495 • Ware SG11 1RZ

Overview

Name
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
URN
148495
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Keating (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01920821450
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Ware SG11 1RZ

Summary

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a mixed, half form entry academy located in Puckeridge, Hertfordshire. With a current enrolment of 122 pupils, the school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values. The mission statement, "Learn, Love and Respect Through Jesus," guides the educational ethos, encouraging pupils to develop spiritually, morally, socially, and culturally while actively participating in community service and charitable initiatives.

The school operates from 08:45 to 15:15, Monday to Friday, providing a structured curriculum that aims to cultivate a positive mindset and self-esteem among learners. St Thomas of Canterbury welcomes children from the age of three, including both Catholic and non-Catholic pupils, and is part of the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust, which oversees admissions.

The school community is characterized by a strong sense of identity and shared values, with pupils encouraged to exemplify the mission statement through their actions. Regular assemblies and awards highlight students who embody these principles, reinforcing the importance of faith and service in their daily lives.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
122
Pupils
122
Boys
61
Girls
61
FSM %
13.90
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 122 61 61 122 13.90
2024-09-11 115 62 53 122 13.00
2023-09-11 120 69 51 122 13.10
2022-09-11 120 69 51 122 13.10
2021-09-11 122

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