ST THOMAS CATHOLIC PRIMARY in Derbyshire, Ilkeston

Education Centre Information: St Thomas Catholic Primary:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Derbyshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Diocese of Nottingham
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 246
Number of boys: 128
Number of girls: 118
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

School has served the parish of Our Lady and St Thomas of Hereford for nearly a century; in 1974, the current open-plan building was opened; a phased building programme has created two new classrooms and remodelled internal space to enhance accommodation. The school has two playgrounds, grassed areas and playing field, all surrounded by security fences. Takes part in in local sporting competitions with significant success; children participate in running, football, netball, kwik-cricket, rugby, basketball and tennis. Active parent-teacher association; school values relationships with parents, feeder pre-school groups and the local parish. Each term, the children and school community raise money for a nominated charity or respond to an appeal. The school is oversubscribed. Ethos: 'Aims to provide an environment in which children may develop towards their full potential, discovering within the Church a lively relationship with God'.