What did Ofsted judge St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in December 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has 503 pupils on roll.

What ages does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School take?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School located?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is located in Salford, M7 4XG, Salford.

How do I apply to St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?

On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School was 1.299 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

What is the largest ethnic background at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 23.7% of pupils at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School are recorded as Black African. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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was the furthest place offered on offer day for 2026-27 (Reception). That is how far the last place reached in ONE year — not a boundary, and not a guarantee. It moves with the number of applicants, so treat it as a guide rather than a line on a map.

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St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in December 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has 503 pupils on roll.
What ages does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School take?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.
Where is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School located?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is located in Salford, M7 4XG, Salford.
How do I apply to St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How close do you need to live to get into St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School was 1.299 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.
What is the largest ethnic background at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 23.7% of pupils at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School are recorded as Black African. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in December 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has 503 pupils on roll.
What ages does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School take?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.
Where is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School located?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is located in Salford, M7 4XG, Salford.
How do I apply to St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How close do you need to live to get into St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School was 1.299 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.
What is the largest ethnic background at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 23.7% of pupils at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School are recorded as Black African. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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