St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
78%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Mundy, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 24 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Mary's Avenue, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK3 5DT |
| Headteacher | Robert Mundy |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 295 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3242nd of 13,686
Nationally
437th of 2,034
In South East
8th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
St Mary's Avenue, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK3 5DT
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