St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Newport, PO30 1NR · Isle of Wight · primary school
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20th of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight we can score, 36 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 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.24 |
| 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 of Canterbury Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% 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 September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils receive music lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 195 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 core subjects? What specific music opportunities are available beyond regular lessons?
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, providing a "caring and nurturing environment" where pupils thrive. Leaders have designed an "engaging, broad and ambitious" curriculum that supports strong relationships and high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and know there is "always someone to talk to" who will listen and help with worries.
- Teachers ensure learning is "well sequenced and progressive," helping pupils build knowledge securely over time.
- Staff use assessment effectively to "quickly spot any pupil who is struggling" and resolve misconceptions promptly.
- The school fosters a love for reading through high-quality books and opportunities like the "reading cafe."
- Governors and leaders are "highly ambitious for all pupils," offering diverse experiences to widen horizons.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to fully embed recent improvements to the phonics programme to ensure all pupils read as fluently as they could.
- Teachers should better adapt tasks in some subjects to support pupils with barriers to learning.
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum prepares pupils for life in modern Britain by developing their understanding of British values and other faiths.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving weekly updates and concerns being dealt with swiftly by the safeguarding team.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 26% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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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