St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
102%
Capacity
294
Pupils
2.5x
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 Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 294 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 288 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jadwiga Richmond-Wojtulewicz, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 58 in Walsall.
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty 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 Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Dartmouth Avenue, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 1SP |
| Headteacher | Jadwiga Richmond-Wojtulewicz |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 294 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 294 / 288 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2127th of 13,686
Nationally
214th of 1,378
In West Midlands
8th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% 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
Dartmouth Avenue, Walsall
Walsall, WS3 1SP
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