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Welcome to St Mary's C of E Primary School
St Mary's C of E Primary School is an inclusive educational institution nestled in the heart of Boston Spa, dedicated to nurturing and inspiring every child to flourish. We embrace diversity, welcoming children of all faiths and backgrounds, and prioritise educating the whole child through a vibrant, knowledge-rich curriculum. Our Forest School approach and commitment to Christian values of Courage, Compassion, and Community foster self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. With a focus on high-quality learning and interaction, we work in partnership with parents and governors to ensure every child leaves prepared for the future.Our curriculum, aligned with the national framework, is designed to provide cultural capital and foundational knowledge for lifelong success. We utilise cognitive science principles to ensure knowledge retention and mastery, offering equal opportunities for all pupils, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds and with special educational needs. Our dedicated team and supportive environment celebrate individual strengths, ensuring each child achieves their full potential while fostering a love for learning and a commitment to making the world a better place.
Services
Primary Education
Forest School Programme
Curriculum Enrichment
Special Educational Needs Support
Outdoor Learning
Christian Values Education
Parent Partnerships
Forest School Lessons
Cultural Capital Development
Knowledge-Rich Curriculum
Highlights and features
- We offer a knowledge-rich curriculum designed for long-term retention and mastery.
- Our Forest School programme enhances learning through outdoor exploration and discovery.
- Christian values of Courage, Compassion, and Community shape our inclusive environment.
- 76% of pupils achieved Reading, Writing, and Maths pass rates in 2025 SATs (national average: 62%).
- Specialist teaching ensures subject-specific expertise across all curriculum areas.
What people say
Outstanding SATs results
Inclusive environment
Forest School experiences
Christian values focus
Knowledge-rich curriculum
Services
Primary Education
St Mary's delivers a comprehensive primary education through a knowledge-rich curriculum aligned with national standards. Our approach combines subject-specific expertise with interdisciplinary connections, ensuring pupils develop foundational knowledge and cultural capital. Cognitive science principles underpin our teaching methods to maximise knowledge retention and mastery.
Forest School Programme
Weekly Forest School sessions provide hands-on environmental education, fostering creativity and resilience. Children engage in nature exploration, den-building, and ecological studies while developing risk-assessment skills within a supportive outdoor environment that complements classroom learning.
Curriculum Enrichment
Our curriculum incorporates local history, geography, and culturally relevant content to deepen contextual understanding. Specialist teaching ensures subject mastery, while spaced retrieval techniques and formative assessment promote long-term knowledge retention across all disciplines.
Special Educational Needs Support
Tailored support strategies address individual learning requirements through our dedicated SENCo. The inclusive knowledge-rich curriculum ensures accessibility for all pupils, with targeted interventions maintaining high achievement standards across diverse learning needs.
Christian Values Education
Core Christian values of Courage, Compassion, and Community shape our character education programme. These principles guide collective worship, social interactions, and personal development initiatives that cultivate ethical awareness and community responsibility among pupils.
People
Mrs C Benson
Headteacher
Mrs Benson leads St Mary's with a commitment to academic excellence and holistic child development. She champions the knowledge-rich curriculum approach and oversees strategic implementation of educational initiatives that prioritise long-term learning outcomes.
Miss A Mohammed
Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator
Miss Mohammed coordinates tailored support programmes for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring curriculum accessibility and individualised learning strategies that align with the school's inclusive educational philosophy.
Mrs Thomas
School Office Manager
Mrs Thomas manages administrative operations and serves as the primary contact for school information requests. She ensures smooth communication between the school and parents while maintaining organisational efficiency.
Questions
What makes St Mary's curriculum unique?
Our knowledge-rich curriculum prioritises long-term knowledge retention through cognitive science principles, spaced retrieval, and formative quizzing. It provides cultural capital while maintaining subject-specific depth and local relevance.
How does the Forest School programme benefit children?
Weekly Forest School sessions develop self-esteem, creativity, and risk-management skills through outdoor exploration. Children learn about nature, build structures, and engage in hands-on environmental education.
What support exists for children with special educational needs?
Our SENDCo implements tailored support strategies aligned with individual needs. The knowledge-rich curriculum ensures accessibility for all pupils, including those with special educational requirements.
How are Christian values integrated into school life?
Courage, Compassion, and Community form our core values, shaping daily interactions, collective worship, and character development programmes that nurture positive growth mindsets.
What academic achievements has the school demonstrated?
In 2025 SATs, 76% of pupils achieved Reading, Writing, and Maths passes (14% above national average), with 12% reaching Greater Depth standards.
