St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

About St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

Just over nine in ten parents would recommend St Thomas More Catholic Primary School to other families, according to the most recent Parent View survey, which is a strong signal that the school is hitting the mark with the community it serves. That confidence is reflected in demand for places: the school is oversubscribed, with 210 places available across the age range from three to eleven. As a state-funded Roman Catholic primary in South Staffordshire, it draws families who value both academic grounding and faith-based education, though the school is open to all. The headteacher, Stephanie Hewitt, leads a mixed-gender setting that includes nursery provision, meaning children can start as early as three and stay through to the end of Year 6. The school’s Good rating from Ofsted in its most recent inspection adds further reassurance for parents weighing up their options in a local authority where only 20 out of 308 primary schools have achieved Outstanding.

Academically, St Thomas More performs solidly against local benchmarks. At Key Stage 2, the school’s results sit close to the Staffordshire local authority average of 65 per cent of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. While the school does not publish a Progress 8 score — that measure is typically used for secondary schools — its SATs outcomes place it in the middle tier of primaries in the area, rather than among the top-ranked peers like St John’s Catholic Primary or Woodseaves CE Primary Academy, which share the highest ranking score. The Ofsted report notes that teaching is effective and that pupils make good progress from their starting points, which is particularly relevant given the school’s mixed intake. For families prioritising a strong grounding in core subjects within a faith context, these results suggest a reliable, if not exceptional, academic offer.

The school’s facilities punch above their weight for a primary of this size. There is a sensory room, music rooms, an ICT suite, a sports hall, a gymnasium and a dedicated forest school area, alongside a chapel that reflects the Catholic character. Clubs include book club, art club, eco club, chess and coding, giving children plenty of ways to explore interests beyond the classroom. Sports provision covers rounders, dance, football, cricket and tennis. For families considering St Thomas More, the oversubscription means an early application is wise, particularly for nursery entry. The school suits parents who want a faith-based environment with strong pastoral support, good facilities and a broad extracurricular offer, but who are comfortable with a solid rather than standout academic profile. It is a practical, well-regarded local option rather than a high-stakes choice.

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