St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden — Primary School in Saffron Walden

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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden

Saffron Walden, CB11 3DW

208 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

2.40% FSM %

96 Boys

112 Girls

About St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden is a mixed-gender Academies located in Saffron Walden, Essex, in the East of England region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 208 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Anneka Stockdale.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Essex
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Uttlesford
Parliamentary Constituency	North West Essex
Ward	Saffron Walden Shire
Urban / Rural	Urban: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Not applicable
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Opened	01-08-2011
UKPRN	10034867
URN	137081
Data Last Updated	06-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Elaine McNally	Accounting Officer	01/09/2024	31/08/2025	N/A
Mrs Anneka Stockdale	Accounting Officer	01/09/2025	—	N/A
Mrs Luisa Bonomo-Jackson	Chair of Trustees	01/09/2025	31/08/2026	Appointed by trustees
Mr David Brunwin	Chair of Trustees	01/09/2022	31/08/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Anna Davies	Chief Financial Officer	06/01/2014	31/08/2025	N/A
Mrs Lisa Poulter	Chief Financial Officer	01/09/2025	—	N/A
Ms Anne Sloan	Governance Professional - Single-Academy Trust (SAT)	01/09/2025	—	N/A
Brentwood Roman Catholic Diocese Trustee Brentwood	Member	01/09/2024	—	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr David Brunwin	Member	27/03/2017	31/08/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Bishop Alan Williams	Member	14/04/2014	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Charles Anderson	Trustee	26/03/2018	26/03/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Sally Anderton	Trustee	01/09/2019	31/08/2025	Foundation/sponsor members

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R A Butler Infant School

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R A Butler Junior School

0.2 km • Saffron Walden

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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

0.97 km • Saffron Walden

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Katherine Semar Infant School

0.98 km • Saffron Walden

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Katherine Semar Junior School

1.01 km • Saffron Walden

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Saffron Walden County High School

1.02 km • Saffron Walden

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden?

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Saffron Walden, Essex.

How many pupils does St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden have?

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden has 208 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden?

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden a faith school?

Yes, St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden?

The Headteacher at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden is Mrs Anneka Stockdale.

Where is St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden located?

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden is at South Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 3DW, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

Is St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden currently open?

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Anneka Stockdale

South Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 3DW

01799523248

www.stmsw.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 137081

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026