St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Dartmouth Avenue, Coalpool, Walsall, WS3 1SPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Walsall for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 133 schools in Walsall. It ranks 2nd of 50 primary schools in Walsall. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2016.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 23 February 2016, report published 15 March 2016
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 December 2024
Pupils flourish in this caring and inclusive school. The school's culture promotes a strong sense of community, where pupils from diverse cultures and backgrounds learn together in harmony. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They respect others and look after each other. This creates a joyful and happy environment for everyone. As one pupil said, 'This is our home and we care about it.' Staff members have a deep understanding of each pupil. They have high expectations for each individual to reach their full potential. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) actively participate in the school's curriculum and receive effective support that helps them progress. Pupils achieve success and excel in various aspects of school life. They make strong progress through the curriculum. This means they are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils build fond memories at the school. Almost all pupils take part in the school's extra- curricular programme. This programme includes various high-quality clubs and experiences, carefully selected to enhance pupils' knowledge and talents. Some pupils take responsibility for maintaining the school's colony of bees. Others compete to a high standard in county sporting tournaments. Staff make sure there is something for everyone.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
41 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
296 pupils on roll, with places for 288
Schools near St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgar Stammers Primary Academy | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Goldsmith Primary Academy | 0.5 miles | Report card: Strong standard to exceptional | 75% met the expected standard |
| North Walsall Primary Academy | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Sunshine Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jadwiga Richmond-Wojtulewicz
- Phone
- 01922720712
- Address
- Dartmouth Avenue, Coalpool, Walsall, WS3 1SP
- Local authority
- Walsall
- URN
- 104236
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.