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St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
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St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
- Primary
- Merton CR4 1YG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Leaders prioritise the teaching of reading with well-trained staff and ensure lots of practice opportunities.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is ambitious and matches national curriculum expectations.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Regular opportunities for pupils to recall, revisit, and practise learning.
Support for Falling Behind: Systems are in place to identify and support pupils who are falling behind, ensuring they catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Clear behaviour procedures and calm classrooms allow uninterrupted learning.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders ensure that appropriate support is in place for SEND pupils, allowing them to learn alongside their peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying occurs rarely and is dealt with effectively; safeguarding is treated as a high priority by all staff.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught about safety inside and outside school, including online safety.
Parent Feedback: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give feedback on the school.
Parental Involvement: Information available regarding parents' opinions and how they can complain about the school.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers clubs after school, although not many pupils attend these.
Teacher Engagement: Staff felt valued and proud to work here, with supportive leaders who consider their well-being.
Impact on Student Progress: Generally, subject content is explained clearly, and pupils have regular opportunities to practise prior learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some teachers lack clarity on the essential knowledge to be delivered in certain subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers' subject expertise varies, affecting routine checks on pupils' understanding.
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About Us
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 424 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 62% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At St. Thomas of Canterbury School, we work hard to provide every student with the finest education we can, enabling them to reach their full potential. We collaborate with parents to create a Christian environment that fosters love, faith, justice, and forgiveness for all kids so they can grow in their skills. The faculty, governors, and students constantly evaluate our standards and accomplishments as a community of learners and work to set even higher goals. A child can anticipate being encouraged and pushed to reach their full potential. Parents can anticipate being expected to model for their children a positive attitude toward learning. As a staff member, you may anticipate assistance and development in your position so that you can concentrate all of your efforts on enhancing your practise and achieving the highest standards for all children. As a governor, it will be your responsibility to make sure the school is doing everything possible to produce the greatest possible outcomes for all students. Our school's motto is "To Love and To Serve," and we shall use every effort to love and serve one another as well as God through our work and play. Being a part of our learning community should be fun for you.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A+
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B-
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A+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | - | 17.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 111 | 101 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 107 | 101 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 101 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 62% | 61.78% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 1% | 10.72% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.3 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 52% 9 | 65.7% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 12.91% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 99 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 43% 22 | 64.98% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 7 | 12.43% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.6 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 98 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 65% | 62.28% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 10.98% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | Above Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1