St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
92%
Capacity
573
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 573 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 624 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emilie Poulteney, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7629th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 39 in Thurrock.
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 57 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, St Thomas of Canterbury 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 | Ward Avenue, Grays, Thurrock, RM17 5RW |
| Headteacher | Emilie Poulteney |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 573 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 573 / 624 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7629th of 13,686
Nationally
816th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Ward Avenue, Grays
Thurrock, RM17 5RW
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