Vision

At St Mary's, we believe that great lives begin when children feel loved, valued and inspired to be the very best version of themselves.

Guided by the example of Jesus and Mary, we help every child grow in faith, confidence and character. We encourage them to discover their unique gifts, develop a love of learning and make a positive difference in the world around them.

Through our values of Respect, Compassion, Resilience and Ambition, we nurture children to become successful learners, caring friends and responsible citizens who are ready for the future.

Our Motto

Where Great Lives Begin

Love Deeply. Aim High. Care Always.

Our Mission

At St Mary's, our mission is:

• To love one another as Mary loves Jesus and Jesus loves us.
• To do our best always.
• To take care of ourselves and the world God has given us.

Our mission is at the heart of everything we do. It guides the way we learn, the way we treat one another and the way we serve our community each day.

Our Aims

At St Mary's, we aim to:

• Place Christ at the centre of school life and nurture every child in faith.
• Provide an ambitious and engaging curriculum that inspires a lifelong love of learning.
• Foster high expectations, resilience and aspiration for all.
• Create a happy, safe and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and respected.
• Develop children who are compassionate, responsible and active citizens.
• Help every child discover and develop their God-given gifts and talents.
• Work in partnership with families, the parish and the wider community so that every child can flourish.

Values

At St Mary's, our values bring our mission to life. They guide the way we learn, work, worship and care for one another as members of God's family.

Respect

We treat ourselves, others and God's world with dignity, kindness and understanding.

Respect in Action

• Listening to others
• Using kind words and good manners
• Celebrating diversity
• Taking pride in our school

Compassion

We show kindness, empathy and care for those around us.

Compassion in Action

• Helping others
• Welcoming everyone
• Showing forgiveness
• Supporting those in need

Resilience

We face challenges with courage, perseverance and a positive attitude.

Resilience in Action

• Embracing challenge
• Learning from mistakes
• Never giving up
• Growing in confidence through effort

Ambition

We aim high and strive to be the very best we can be.

Ambition in Action

• Setting high goals
• Working hard
• Developing our talents
• Making the most of every opportunity

Living Our Values

Together, our values help us grow in faith, character and knowledge. They inspire us to live out our mission each day and prepare us to make a positive difference in the world.

Where Great Lives Begin

Love Deeply. Aim High. Care Always.