St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
Voluntary aided primary school in Warrington (Wigan).
Location
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Mission Statement "A journey in faith, arriving with hope." To ensure the children are highly valued by all members of the school community. St. Thomas' creates a culture of high aspirations by making the school the heart of the community.
We aim to develop a culture of curiosity and creativity by unleashing our children's God-given potential to make a difference in our locality and beyond. Our parents, staff and governors see and understand the individual talents of each pupil and the opportunities provided. We openly celebrate and reward children's successes and achievements.
To inspire all children through a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum enabling every child to succeed. We create an ethos where everyone is an explorer and an active participant. Children are challenged and encouraged to thrive in all areas. Our aim is to nurture talent and ensure children are equipped to live life in all its fullness.
Children experience a wide range of high-quality lessons and enrichment activities daily. To nurture children's wellbeing to ensure healthy mind, body and spirit.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 106487
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Wigan
- Constituency
- Leigh and Atherton
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 3 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Angela Barton | Chair of Governors | Appointed by LA | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Angela Barton Former | Chair of Governors | Appointed by LA | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Melissa Holt-Brewster | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Julie Proctor | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Karl Whelan | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Rachel Starkie | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Cath Boswell | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Headteacher Joanne Woods | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2016 |
| Mr Andrew Shield Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Anthony Coffey Former | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2024 · term ended 2025 |
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