First Holy Communion 

"I am the bread of life, whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35

First Holy Communion 

St Mary's Catholic Primary School serves two parishes

St John the  Evangelist Church which is next door to the school and St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church on Blenheim Road. 

Message from St John the Evangelist Catholic Church

Those parents of Year 3 children and above who are interested in their child receiving the sacraments of Holy Eucharist {First Holy Communion} should please register with

Fr. Matthew Madewa (01304374870),

Sharon (07710797173) or

Liza (07817574021)

Message from St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church

First Reconciliation (Confession) & First Holy Communion 2025:  if your child is in Year 3 or above and you would like them to receive these sacraments this year please email the parish office:  [email protected] 

You must live in the parish and/or attend Mass here. 

You must also have a Certificate of Baptism in a Catholic Church for your child. 

The deadline for emailing the parish is 20 February 2025.  A meeting will then take place for all who have emailed the parish.  

Please also ensure that you have registered with the parish via our website at: Register with the Parish - St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church - Deal - Kent  

We look forward to a joyful and faith-filled time of preparation for these sacraments with children, parents, catechists, schools and parish.