St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
116%
Capacity
229
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sheffield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 198 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Clements, it falls under Sheffield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4988th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 106 in Sheffield.
St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (68 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sheffield, St Thomas of Canterbury School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Chancet Wood Drive, Sheffield, Sheffield, S8 7TR |
| Headteacher | Louise Clements |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 198 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4988th of 13,686
Nationally
511th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
25th of 106
In Sheffield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
68 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% 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 School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Chancet Wood Drive, Sheffield
Sheffield, S8 7TR
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