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St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Guildford, Surrey , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 429 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

429

Pupils

420

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is managed by Surrey 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 429 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Surrey 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 of Canterbury Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Horseshoe Lane West, Merrow, Guildford, GU1 2SX
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
5.1% of pupils
DfE URN
147431

Other Primary Schools in Guildford

If St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Guildford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

Is St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School currently has 429 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School?

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

What age range does St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School cover?

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Guildford, Surrey, serving pupils aged 2–11. 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 of Canterbury Catholic Primary School?

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.