Thank you for your interest in joining our schools. We are a family of Catholic Primary and Secondary schools within the Diocese of Northampton.
Please find below the information for admissions at each school for new school starters into Reception, Year 7 and Year 12 across Bedford, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Northampton.
If you need any support or further information, please contact the school office and they will be more than happy to help. We look forward to welcoming you to the OLICAT Schools.
All admission policies can be found on the school websites and on our Trust Policies page
OUR SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Thomas Becket Secondary & 6th Form, Northampton
At Thomas Becket Catholic School we are delighted to welcome students from across Northampton and the surrounding areas. We are a thriving and successful Secondary school, OFSTED rated good and over subscribed for year 7 admissions in September 2024
Visit our website for more information: https://www.thomasbecket.org.uk/home/join-us/life-at-tbcs
Find out more here: thomasbecket.org.uk
At our school every child is a unique, important member of our family. Our focus is to help foster a lifelong happiness for our students throughout their lives and we believe that this cannot be achieved without the foundations of being a well-rounded person of good character and we believe happiness is enhanced by the options academic success can provide.
Thomas Becket Catholic School
Becket WayNorthampton
Northamptonshire
NN3 6HT
Telephone: 01604 493211
Email: office@thomasbecket.org.uk
Twitter: @becketcs
Facebook: @ThomasBecketCatholicSchool
Instagram: @thomasbecketcatholicschool
St Thomas More Secondary & 6th Form, Bedford
St Thomas More School, rated Good by OFSTED, is a Secondary and 6th Form based in Bedford. A vibrant and caring community, we value and celebrate the achievements of all.
OPEN EVENING: October 3rd 2024 6-8.30pm for new starters in year 7 for September 2025.
Our school is a vibrant, well-ordered and friendly environment. Our students are happy and confident; our staff are experts in their field. Together we work hard to make St Thomas More a truly excellent school. (Mr Bonner, Headteacher)
Please visit our Virtual Open Evening area of the website to find out more about our school. School tours can be booked by calling the school on 01234 400222 or please contact us by email transition@stm.beds.sch.uk
St Thomas More Secondary & 6th Form
Tyne Crescent
Bedford
MK41 7UL
Telephone: 01234 400222
Email: office@stm.beds.olicatschools.org
Twitter: @STMBedford
Facebook: @STMBedford
OUR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
The Good Shepherd Primary, Northampton
We are delighted that you are considering The Good Shepherd for the next step in your child's education.
If you would like to book a tour of our school please contact the school office on 01604 714399, where we will be happy to arrange an appointment for you.
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our local Catholic Secondary school within the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary in Northampton (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
Kingsland Gardens
Northampton
NN2 7BH
Tel: 01604 714399
www.thegoodshepherdcatholicprimaryschool.org.uk
Email: admin@thegoodshepherd.northants.sch.uk
Twitter: @TGSNorthampton
Facebook: @TheGoodShepherdNorthampton
St Gregory's Primary, Northampton
We are excited that you are considering St Gregory's for the next step in your child's education.
We are happy to offer school tours for prospective families throughout the academic year, they take place during the school day and they're a great opportunity to see our staff and pupils in action. Please book online or contact our school office to make an appointment, tel. 01604 403511 option 6.
“Walking Together in the Light of the Lord”
We strive for excellence in teaching and an enjoyment of learning; in a setting underpinned by Gospel values and practices. Our highly skilled staff set consistently high expectations in all that they do and ensure St Gregory’s is a place where we help to make long-lasting memories. (Mrs Yuen, Headteacher)
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our local Catholic Secondary school within the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary in Northampton (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
St Gregory’s Catholic Primary School
Grange Road
Northampton
NN3 2AX
Tel.: 01604 403511 / 409582
Email: office@sgcps.org
Website: www.stgregoryscatholicprimaryschool.org.uk
Twitter: @stgregoryscps
St Mary's Primary, Northampton
We are delighted that you are considering St Mary's for the next step in your child's education.
At St Mary’s we encourage our pupils “to reach for the STARS”. This is an acronym for our five core values; Spirituality, Trust, Aspiration, Respect and Support. We share a common purpose – the best spiritual, physical and academic development of our pupils. We are called to accomplish this in a positive and collaborative manner. The joys and rewards of learning and doing one’s best are celebrated by all members of St. Mary’s Catholic community. (Mrs Yuen, Headteacher)
If you would like to book a tour of our school please contact the school office on 01604 581011, where we will be happy to arrange an appointment for you.
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our local Catholic Secondary school within the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary in Northampton (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Woodside Way
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN5 7HX
Telephone: 01604 581011
For further information, please visit our website
Email: admin@stmaryscatholicprimary.northants.sch.uk
Twitter: @StMarys_CPS
Contact for Enquiries: Mrs Kelly Burdett
St John Rigby Primary, Bedford
We warmly invite families to come along to see what our school has to offer you and your child.
Please contact us on 01234 401900 to book a tour around the school.
We look forward to welcoming you to St John Rigby Primary Catholic Primary School.
If you would like any further information or you would like to come along and visit our school at any other time throughout the academic year, please get in touch.
St John Rigby Primary is part of Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Academies Trust - please visit their website here for further information.
Find us on Facebook 'St John Rigby Catholic Primary School'
We are a family-orientated thriving community with extremely talented and dedicated members of staff, supportive parents and carers, and inspirational children who strive to live out our Gospel Values of Faith, Love, Hope, Trust and Forgiveness in every aspect of their school life.
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our local Catholic Secondary school within the OLICAT Schools trust is St Thomas More Secondary in Bedford (please see further information about St Thomas More Secondary at the top of this page).
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
Polhill Avenue
Bedford
MK41 9DQ
Headteacher: Mrs McGettigan
Tel: 01234 401900
Email: office@sjr.beds.olicatschools.org
Facebook: St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's & St Gregory's Primary, Bedford
A safe, happy and inclusive Catholic Primary school, proud to be at the heart of our local community in Queen's Park, Bedford. We strive to give every child the best possible education, in an environment where everyone is loved and valued.
Please visit our school website to find out more about applying to St Joseph's & St Gregory's Primary, as well as transfer information for our Year 6 students heading up to year 7.
If you would like to arrange a tour or require any help with an application, please contact the school office on 01234 352062.
Our local Catholic Secondary school within our trust is St Thomas More Secondary in Bedford - you can find further information about St Thomas More Secondary at the top of this page.
St Brendan's Primary, Corby
Welcome to St Brendan's Primary in Corby.
Our school has a caring and friendly environment where every child is provided with opportunities to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence, enabling them to make a positive contribution towards society, now and in the future. (Mrs Leanne Brydon, Headteacher)
We invite you to visit our website to find out more about our school or please give us a call on 01536 202491 to arrange a visit.
Please also find our Admissions Policy
St. Brendan’s Catholic Primary School, Beanfield Avenue, Corby, Northants NN18 OAZ
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our Catholic Secondary school within the Northampton region of the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
Our Lady of Walsingham Primary, Corby
Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School is amongst the top 3% of schools in the country. We are part of a wonderful community that includes our local Parish Church with whom we share our school site. We welcome children and families from all faiths and backgrounds.
For families looking to join us in September 2025, we have the following open days:
Saturday 21st September 11am-1pm
Wednesday 9th October 4-5pm
Wednesday 20th November 4-5pm
Please visit our website to find out more and we invite you to book a tour of the school by calling us on 01536 203805
We believe firmly, that our academic excellence is built upon our core belief that our children’s well being comes first! We work hard to ensure that we have positive relationships with all of our families (Maire Hayes, Headteacher)
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our Catholic Secondary school within the Northampton region of the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
Our Lady of Walsingham Primary
Occupation Road
Corby
Northants
NN17 1EE
School Office: 01536 203805
Email: olpoffice@st-luke-at.co.uk
Twitter: @OLWSchool
Facebook: Our Lady's
St Edward's Primary, Kettering
If you are looking for a school place for your child, we invite you to get in touch and come along and visit us at St Edward's! Please contact us on 01536 203805 to book your place.
We strive to give all children the best possible education within an environment where everyone is valued and respected as part of God’s family.
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our Catholic Secondary school within the Northampton region of the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
St Edward’s Catholic Primary School
Eastleigh Road
Kettering
Northamptonshire
NN15 6PT
School Office: 01536 481430
Email: office@se.ket.olicatschools.org
Facebook: @StEdwardsKettering
Our Lady's Catholic Primary, Wellingborough
Welcome to Our Lady's Catholic Primary School.
Our friendly community of dedicated and talented staff support your child to achieve their very best. We see each child as a whole person and nurture their academic, spiritual, social and physical wellbeing. We aim to be a positive, safe and happy learning community in which children see the importance and point of their learning.
Our Mission Statement is at the centre of all we do; Jesus said, “Love one another as I have loved you.”
If you are looking for a school place, please call us on 01933 224900, if you would like to find out more or book a visit, and we would be delighted to arrange this for you.
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our Catholic Secondary school within the Northampton region of the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School,
Henshaw Road,
Wellingborough,
Northants NN8 2BE.
Tel : 01933 224900
www.ourladyscatholic.northants.sch.uk
We look forward to welcoming you to our school.
St Thomas More Primary, Kettering
Our school Mission Statement is at the heart of all we do. Children, teachers, parents and all involved, “Try to be like Jesus in all that we think, do and say.” This is why our school is a happy and safe place to be. We pride ourselves on our warm, welcoming Catholic ethos and are proud of the special relationships the school holds with the Parish, community and parents.
If your child is looking to a school place in Kettering, you are warmly invited to come and have a look around our school.
We would love for you to see our wonderful school, we have a range of times/ days available, please find out more here and to book a slot please contact our office on 01536 512112
For our Year 6 leavers, looking to apply for a Secondary place, our Catholic Secondary school within the Northampton region of the OLICAT Schools trust is Thomas Becket Secondary (please see further information about Thomas Becket School at the top of this page).
St. Thomas More Catholic Primary School,
Northampton Road,
Kettering,
Northamptonshire,
NN15 7JZ.
School Office: 01536 512112
Email: office@stm.ket.olicatschools.org
Facebook: St Thomas More Kettering