St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Grays, RM17 5RW · Thurrock · primary school
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25th of 39 primary schools in Thurrock we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.7/10 against 3,752 of them, against 5.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
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 of Canterbury Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.7 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 530 pupils against a stated capacity of 624. 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 activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a place where "everyone is valued" and pupils are "happy." The report highlights an "ambitious and well-designed curriculum" that enables pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to achieve well and develop resilience.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "strong, caring relationships" with staff and behave well, with bullying being "rare."
- Leaders have developed a broad curriculum where pupils "recall what has been taught," including learning from previous years.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with staff delivering the phonics programme "consistently and well" from Reception.
- Pupils with SEND are identified quickly and learn the same curriculum as their peers, achieving well through appropriate adaptations.
- The school offers a "wide set of experiences," including music, school trips, and after-school clubs, fostering personal development.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the knowledge leaders intend teachers to assess is "too broad and lacks clarity," leading to less accurate assessment of pupil understanding.
- Leaders must improve communication with parents, as some feel they do not understand recent changes or that their concerns have not been listened to.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to spot risks and leaders ensuring records are "up to date and detailed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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