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St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School

Gillingham · Medway · ME8 6JH. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 3 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Published snapshot

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: —
Attainment 8: —
English & maths 9–4: —

Ofsted publication date: 18/07/2023. Open Ofsted report

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What is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 18/07/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

Where is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School?

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is in Gillingham (ME8 6JH), Medway. URN 150466.

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Inspection excerpt

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Existing academy: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School URN: 150466 Predecessor school: St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School URN: 118767 Romany Road Rainham Romany Road Gillingham Kent ME8 6JH Academy conversion and predecessor schools Under the Academies Act 2010, schools may apply to the Secretary of State…

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Curriculum

At St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is enriched with trips, visitors, events and activities to inspire our children.

Source page · scanned 2026-09-17

Ethos & values

A school with serious weaknesses will have one or more of the key judgements graded inadequate (grade 4) and/or have important weaknesses in the provision for pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

Source page · scanned 2026-09-17

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St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School
URN: 150466
Local authority: Medway
Town: Gillingham
Postcode: ME8 6JH
Ofsted overall: Good (18/07/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/150466/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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