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St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust
As the dedicated leadership team of St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust, we are proud to nurture a Christian community where children aspire to be the best that they can be and fulfill God's work on earth. With our faith at the center of everything we do, we strive to foster and deepen each child's faith, helping them to enter into a personal relationship with God and respond to Him through prayer, worship and Christian living. Our mission to 'Aspire not to have more but to be more' guides every aspect of our educational approach, ensuring our students learn to live as Jesus would want us to - showing caring, sharing, love, trust, honesty and mutual respect in all they do. We believe every member of our school community should be valued and seen in the image of Christ.Through our rich and creative timetable for collective worship, we ensure daily worship is at the center of our curriculum and the life of our schools. Our leaders monitor our Religious Education program to ensure it provides both breadth and depth, following the 'Come and See' curriculum which enhances children's understanding of their faith. We have developed a loving Catholic school community that seeks to live out the teachings of Jesus Christ and is permeated by the Gospel values of Love, Faith, Community, Justice, Service and Reconciliation. Our staff and pupils uphold these values in partnership with parents, carers, governors, and the parish as we all endeavor to be the people God wants us to be.
Services
Catholic Education
Primary School Education
Religious Education
Collective Worship
Christian Values Teaching
Catholic Community Building
Faith Development
Admissions Services
Parent Engagement
School Governance
Highlights and features
- We provide faith-centered education rooted in Catholic values
- Our schools foster deep personal relationships with God through prayer and worship
- We teach Christian living values of caring, sharing, love and respect
- We integrate Gospel values into all aspects of school life
- We encourage care for God's world through charitable works
Services
Catholic Education
St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust provides comprehensive Catholic education that places faith at the center of every learning experience. Our curriculum integrates Gospel values with academic excellence, helping children develop both spiritually and intellectually. Our Catholic education nurtures personal relationships with God while providing a strong foundation in core academic subjects.
Religious Education
Our schools follow the 'Come and See' curriculum framework to deliver high-quality Religious Education that deepens children's understanding of their faith. The program encourages active participation in prayer, worship and Christian living, helping students connect their faith with everyday life. Our leaders regularly monitor the Religious Education program to ensure it provides both breadth and depth.
Collective Worship
A rich and creative timetable of collective worship ensures daily spiritual engagement at the heart of our curriculum. Our worship activities involve the entire school community and emphasize prayer and liturgy as central components of school life. We create opportunities for students to participate in significant events of both joy and sorrow through our comprehensive worship schedule.
Christian Values Teaching
We instill core Christian values of caring, sharing, love, trust, honesty and mutual respect in all aspects of school life. Our values-based education helps children live out the teachings of Jesus Christ and prepares them to be responsible members of society. These values permeate our learning environment and guide our interactions within the school community.
Admissions Services
Our admissions process welcomes Catholic children while also considering applications from those of other denominations who support our religious ethos. We provide clear guidance for parents seeking to enroll their children in either our infant or junior school programs. Our admissions policies ensure a smooth transition between our two academies within the trust.
Questions
What is St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust's educational philosophy?
Our trust focuses on Catholic values with 'Aspire not to have more but to be more' as our guiding mission, emphasizing faith development alongside academic learning.
How does the trust incorporate faith into daily learning?
Faith is central to all aspects of school life through religious education, daily worship, prayer and integration of Gospel values in all subjects.
What age groups do the schools serve?
St Mary's Infant School serves nursery through Year 2, while the Junior School educates students from Year 3 to Year 6.
Are non-Catholic students accepted?
Yes, we welcome applications from families of other faiths who support our Catholic ethos and values.
What is the school uniform policy?
Uniform includes pale blue polo shirts, royal blue sweatshirts, grey trousers for boys and navy skirts/trousers for girls with black shoes.
How do the schools support parent involvement?
We encourage parental participation through liturgical events, parent-teacher meetings, and shared educational initiatives like our phonics workshops.
