St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School
103%
Capacity
641
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School
St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School in Greenwich delivers academic outcomes that significantly outpace the local authority average for secondary schools. With a Progress 8 score of 0.74, the school sits well above the Greenwich average of 0.1, placing it second out of 15 schools in the borough and in the top 10 per cent nationally. This is a school where pupils make substantially more progress than their peers across the LA, particularly in open subjects and the EBacc, where Progress 8 scores reach 0.97 and 0.98 respectively. The Attainment 8 score of 62.5 is strong, and 88.2 per cent of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 73.2 per cent reaching the higher grade 5 threshold. The school’s EBacc average point score of 5.47 and entry rate of 37.8 per cent suggest a solid academic core, though maths progress (0.18) is notably weaker than English (0.57), pointing to a relative strength in literacy.
Ofsted last inspected the school in November 2022, awarding an overall Good rating, a step down from its previous Outstanding in 2014. However, the inspection report highlights real strengths: behaviour and attitudes, and personal development, were both rated Outstanding. Leadership and management and the quality of education are Good. The school is a Catholic comprehensive for boys and girls aged 11 to 16, with no sixth form, and is led by headteacher Stuart Sharp. With 641 pupils against a capacity of 624, it is slightly over capacity, and the 2025/26 admissions cycle saw 490 applications for 114 places, with 187 first-preference applications and an oversubscription ratio of 4.3, making it a highly sought-after choice in the area.
Facilities include a swimming pool, theatre, chapel, science labs, tennis courts, astro turf, and a gymnasium, supporting a broad extracurricular programme that spans athletics, netball, martial arts, dance, football, and cross country, plus clubs like coding, gardening, Young Enterprise, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The school’s SEND provision covers a wide range of needs, including dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities, making it inclusive for many families. With 16.1 per cent of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. For parents seeking a Catholic secondary with strong academic progress, excellent behaviour, and a packed activities offer, St Thomas More is a standout option — but be prepared for fierce competition at the admissions gate.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Catholic |
| Address | Footscray Road, London, Greenwich, SE9 2SU |
| Headteacher | Stuart Sharp |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Number of Pupils | 641 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 641 / 624 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.74)
234th of 3,141
Nationally
91st of 487
In London
2nd of 15
In Greenwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2365%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 124 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)65%
- Sixth form college12%
- FE college10%
- Apprenticeship4%
98% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed114
490
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
187 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- White British49.6%
- White (other)16.5%
- Mixed8.1%
- Asian4.1%
- Black3.0%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
11
Total schools
10
Oversubscribed
6
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Footscray Road, London
Greenwich, SE9 2SU
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