The cornerstone of our educational philosophy
With a rich history spanning 90 years and a commitment to nurturing excellence in education, we are dedicated to creating a learning environment where children thrive academically and personally.
Our vision is to provide a holistic education that instils a love for learning, fosters individual growth, and shapes confident, independent, and well-rounded individuals.
Our core values guide us in every aspect of our mission, reinforcing the importance of community, respect, and a commitment to each child's unique journey towards success.
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OUR AIMS
OUR VISION
At St. Mary’s, our vision is simple: to cultivate a lifelong love of learning in every child. We are dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment, that supports personal and academic growth.
We firmly believe that hands-on experiences are indispensable in enriching children’s education. Our passionate teachers work to inspire and enthuse pupils at every stage of their learning journey, igniting a passion for learning that lasts a lifetime.
OUR VALUES
At St. Mary's Preparatory School, our core values serve as the compass by which we navigate the educational journey of every child.
Our commitment to fostering honesty, independence, collaboration, respect, and courage forms the bedrock of our school community. We believe that these values are not just words but guiding principles that shape the character of our students.
Honesty encourages integrity, independence fosters self-reliance, collaboration nurtures teamwork, respect builds a strong sense of community, and courage empowers our students to embrace challenges with determination and grace.
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90 Years of Excellence
St Mary’s was founded in 1926, at which time there were just 44 pupils. In the 90 years since, we’ve gone from strength to strength and despite growing to around 140 pupils, have maintained small class sizes and the welcoming, nurturing community atmosphere that has always been such an important feature of life at St Mary’s.
In 2006, we became part of the Cognita Schools Group, who have continued to support us in the creation of a stimulating, exciting and nurturing school. Since our inception, we have had just five headships, which is a testament to the inspiring and special learning environment that we’ve created.
Our Team
We are passionate about providing high quality education that gives children a strong foundation for future learning.
Our highly skilled team of teachers, Early Years educators, and support staff, ensure children have an excellent start to their education, providing rich learning opportunities in an exceptional learning environment.
Every staff member here at St Mary's Preparatory School is dedicated to the safety, happiness, development and academic success of all pupils.
The Senior Leadership Team works closely together to ensure the smooth running of our school.
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