Welcome to our Website

I am delighted to welcome you to the website of the Parish of St Thomas & St Edmund of Canterbury or, as it is more affectionately known, The Abbey. 

We are based in the bustling suberb of Erdington in the Northern part of the wonderful City of Birmingham. 

It is thrilling to share our faith with the Erdington Abbey Parish Community. 

Here, so many cultures and nationalities are represented, reflecting the coming together of God's people in His Kingdom. This has not only enriched this great parish but has brought joy and fun.

In addition to the army of men and women who undertake whatever is necessary for the good of the parish, the Abbey is a true Community of prayer and to this end you are welcome to join us at Mass, Holy Hour, Novena and Adoration.

I look forward to seeing you at The Erdington Abbey soon.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Kieran Brady C.Ss.R - Parish Priest

Live Streaming of Mass at the Abbey




Abbey Catholic Primary School OfSTED Inspection 

Our school was last inspected by Ofsted in January 2024, this ungraded inspection confirmed that our school remained Good, whilst recognising that the school may have been graded as Outstanding had it been a graded inspection.

Here are some comments from the Inspection Report:

  • Pupils thrive at this happy school. Frequently referred to as the 'Abbey family'.
  • Teachers use 'big questions' to challenge pupils to reflect more deeply on their learning and to work like a historian or to problem-solve like a mathematician.
  • Pupils learn how to care for their physical and mental health. The school provides strong emotional and well-being support for staff, pupils and families.
  • The school engages well with parents, who are extremely positive about the education, nurture and wider support pupils receive.
  • Pupils develop their talents and interests through participating in a wide range of clubs and activities. They are eager to take on positions of responsibility such as play leaders, mental health ambassadors and school councillors.
  • Pupils behave well. They are polite and respectful. In lessons, pupils listen well and focus on the work given to them. They enjoy the excellent range of activities on offer to keep them active during lunchtimes and they play well together.
  • The school monitors pupils' attendance carefully. It has robust systems in place to make sure it responds quickly to any absences. As a result, pupils' attendance at school is high.

Click HERE to read the final report.

If you would like to read our Catholic Schools Inspection [CSI] Report please click HERE



We Pray For...


Dee Dunston, Easton Hurd, Theresa Floyd, Maxine Desmond, Teresa Monteiro, Rose Reddan & Kath Buckley who are sick and please pray for Michael Joseph Maher & Thomas Downey who died recently.



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Abbey Pilgrimage to Lourdes '24

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Archdiocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes - May 2024

Each May half Term, the Archdiocese of Birmingham organises a pilgrimage to Lourdes, in France, for a week of prayer and service at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes. 2024 will be the 82nd Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage.

If you are interested in going to Lourdes on Pilgrimage, but need assistance with personal care, medication, or mobility then we encourage you to apply to the Pilgrimage as an Assisted Pilgrim. Should you be successful, you will be accepted into 'The Accueil' (meaning welcome) which is a purpose-built facility within the Domain itself and will have access to support from carers, nurses, doctors and physiotherapists whose purpose it is to help you for your Pilgrimage week. It is important to note that you will be expected to pay for yourself to attend, though there are funding streams you can apply to for assistance. If you are interested in this, please contact the pilgrimage office on Tel: 0121 230 6288.

We are also advertising for carers, nurses and doctors to volunteer for the week in Lourdes to help assist those who need help throughout their Pilgrimage. You will work as part of a supported team of other healthcare professionals of varying experience and will have free time to enjoy your own Pilgrimage also.

Would you be willing to give up a week of your time to assist sick pilgrims in Lourdes? If so, please email Kathryn, our Chief Nurse, on chiefnurse.lourdes@rcaob.org.uk or visit the Diocesan website for more information. 

Retrouvaille Marriage Programme - Finding each other again.

The next Retrouvaille programme begins with a weekend in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire from 14-16 June 2024 with 12 virtual post sessions on Wednesdays thereafter.

Retrouvaille is a Catholic programme but is open to married couples of any faith, or none. It is offered as a gift from the Catholic Church to any married couple who wishes to heal the difficulties they are experiencing in their marriage.
The programme is presented by trained volunteers who themselves have experienced the programme and want to share the benefits they have experienced first-hand in their own relationships. The presenting team on the weekend also includes a priest who has experienced the programme and believes that it has something to offer couples in difficulties. 

For further information or contact us for a chat about what we are doing. Our numbers are 07961 391889 (Caroline) and 07884 490235 (Michael).


Need help to come to mass?

The SVP would like to help collect parishioners who are unable to get to Mass on their own on Sunday by arranging to pick them up from their home using the facility of the minibus to bring them to the 10.30 Mass each Sunday. If you think you would benefit from this service please contact Ronnie Sweeney (SVP member) on 07958939449.

Please click the link above to donate to The Abbey Parish

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