St Thomas More RC Primary School
108%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Thomas More RC Primary School
St Thomas More RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas More RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liz King, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11322nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
St Thomas More RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 17 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas More RC Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, St Thomas More RC Primary School is one of the options available in the North 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Erith Grove, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS4 3QH |
| Headteacher | Liz King |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 180 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11322nd of 13,686
Nationally
573rd of 677
In North East
31st of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Erith Grove, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS4 3QH
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