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St Thomas More Catholic School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Thomas More Catholic School is a academy converter secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 929 pupils, and a capacity of 1040 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

929

Pupils

1,040

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Thomas More Catholic School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Thomas More Catholic School is managed by Bedford and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bedford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Thomas More Catholic School — School Information

Full address
Tyne Crescent, Bedford, MK41 7UL
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
139517

Other Secondary Schools in Bedford

If St Thomas More Catholic School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Thomas More Catholic School

Is St Thomas More Catholic School oversubscribed?

St Thomas More Catholic School has a capacity of 1040 places and currently has 929 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bedford.

What is the admissions policy for St Thomas More Catholic School?

St Thomas More Catholic School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Bedford before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Thomas More Catholic School cover?

St Thomas More Catholic School is a secondary school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Thomas More Catholic School?

St Thomas More Catholic School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.