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St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy

St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 4-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
94%Capacity used (216 of 230 pupils)
21.30%Free school meals eligible

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy's published admissions policy or contact Derbyshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameSt Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN146145
AddressChurch View, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4LF
Telephone01159320550
HeadteacherMichael Sellors (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 4-11
GenderMixed
Religious characterRoman Catholic
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
Approx. coordinates52.964569, -1.310019 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Roman Catholic school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy will be published on the school's website or on the Derbyshire Council website. Search for "St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Derbyshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Derbyshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy is 146145. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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