St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas More Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Claxton, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12959th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 53 in Peterborough.
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 44 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
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 More Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Park Lane, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE1 5JW |
| Headteacher | Thomas Claxton |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12959th of 13,686
Nationally
1487th of 1,612
In East of England
53rd of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
35%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Park Lane, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE1 5JW
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Park Lane, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE1 5JW
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