'Pastoral care is exceptional.' Catholic School Inspection 2026

'Pupils follow a well-thought-out curriculum.' Ofsted 2023

'Leaders have created a climate of high ambition at the school.' Ofsted 2023

'Pupils feel safe in school.' Ofsted 2025

'Students in the Sixth Form achieve well.' Ofsted 2023

Welcome to St Thomas More Catholic School

Head Teacher's Welcome

St Thomas More is a school that is proud of its traditions and Catholic values.

We believe strongly in the importance of collaboration and are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust. Catholic Education offers a unique opportunity to place the teachings of the church at the forefront of our work and to focus on the education of the whole child.

We are a school that does the right thing for the right reason; we strongly believe in God’s interest in individuals and the belief that we can all enter into personal relationships with God.

Head Teacher
Mrs J Turner
Head Teacher

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1 hour 50 minutes ago

Lovely day for some Cricket! Today we have the Y7 softball cricket tournament. The teams in the event are STM, Whickham A & B, Kingsmeadow

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1 hour 56 minutes ago

Congratulations to our Year 11 and Year 13 students on their fantastic efforts during exam season. Not sure what to do when it's all over?

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3 hours 8 minutes ago

This week's Prayer Focus @ STM. We hope everyone has a great week!😀

Family Communication

All letters are shared with families via the Arbor app, and we strongly encourage family members to check this daily. Routine communication from the Headteacher is shared each Friday; this includes our weekly prayer focus, key events that have taken place, as well as important dates and reminders for families. This information is also published on our website and shared via social media.