St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

About St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

St Thomas of Canterbury School is a Catholic Academy Primary School in the Guildford Parish of the Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. We are a part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust. The school is a two form entry co-educational day school situated in the Merrow district of Guildford serving the local community as well as surrounding areas.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

19.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

67.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

90.0%

Reading

Avg score: 108.0

72.0%

Maths

Avg score: 104.0

79.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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James B

Parent May 10, 2023

4.0

"Room for improvement"

We've been quite happy with St Thomas of Canterbury, but there are a few areas where we think the school could improve. The facilities are great, but sometimes the communication from the school can be a bit patchy. However, the teachers are lovely and my child is enjoying their time at school.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Best decision I ever made!"

We absolutely love St Thomas of Canterbury! The school has a fantastic community and the values of kindness, respect and empathy shine through in everything they do. My child has thrived in the supportive and inclusive environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Aug 15, 2022

5.0

"A great Catholic education"

My children attended St Thomas of Canterbury from Reception to Year 6 and I couldn't be happier with their education. The school's focus on Catholic values and the quality of teaching have given them a strong foundation for life. I would highly recommend it to any parent looking for a school with a strong sense of community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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