St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant
Havant, PO9 3DR · Hampshire · primary school
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175th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,203 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 4.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2 out of 10 among them, against 4.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the CAFOD club, School Council, Eco Council, Fire Safety Wardens, Junior Road Safety Officers, and Online Safety Warriors. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 356 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating?
What Ofsted said about St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant
Overview
St Thomas More’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a welcoming community where pupils are proud and staff are united in their determination for success. The report highlights strong personal development, with pupils displaying kindness, empathy, and respect for diverse beliefs and cultures. While the curriculum is ambitious and well-sequenced in most areas, there are specific inconsistencies in how knowledge is structured across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, being described as "kind and courteous," with bullying incidents being rare and swiftly addressed.
- Personal development is a key strength, supported by school values of "dedication, empathy, forgiveness and generosity" and active engagement in community projects.
- The curriculum is generally well-sequenced, with effective strategies in subjects like mathematics and art helping pupils retain knowledge over time.
- Reading provision is robust, with expert support ensuring staff subject knowledge is strong and struggling readers receive timely assistance.
- Relationships between pupils and staff are "warm and respectful," fostering an environment where pupils take pride in their work and mentor younger peers.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, leaders have not identified precisely what pupils need to learn, leading to activities that do not effectively build understanding.
- Leaders should continue to develop the curriculum by identifying and ordering the essential knowledge pupils are to learn from Nursery to Year 6.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous reporting systems and up-to-date staff training ensuring that any concerns are quickly spotted and acted upon.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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