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St Thomas More High School

Southend-on-Sea, SS0 0BWSecondaryAges 11–18BoysState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Progress 8
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Competition
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Ranking
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About St Thomas More High School

St Thomas More High School is a Roman Catholic boys’ secondary in Southend-on-Sea, one of 13 state secondaries in the local authority. It holds a Good Ofsted rating, while five schools in the LA are rated Outstanding. The nearest Outstanding school is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy, just 0.3 km away, and the local top-performing peers include Westcliff High School for Boys Academy, Westcliff High School for Girls, and Southend High School for Boys. St Thomas More sits in a competitive landscape, but its Good rating and strong local reputation make it a solid choice for Catholic families seeking a single-sex environment. The school has 1,206 pupils and is led by headteacher G Ackred. It serves boys from age 11 to 18, with a sixth form attached. The school’s religious character is central to its identity, and the on-site chapel reflects that commitment.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderBoys
Religious CharacterRoman Catholic
AddressKenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 0BW
HeadteacherG Ackred
Local AuthoritySouthend-on-Sea
Number of Pupils1,206

Facilities

10
Music RoomsTheatreLibraryPlaying FieldsAstro TurfTennis CourtsGymnasiumScience LabsDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

TennisDanceSwimmingHockeyGymnasticsMartial ArtsRowingCricket

Clubs & Activities

Model United NationsEco ClubArt ClubFilm ClubOrchestra

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

School day

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Teaching hours

08:00 – 16:00

Source: st-thomasmore.southend.sch.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas More High School

St Thomas More High School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.