What our parents say…

5 Dec 2022

Our parents have a lot of positive comments about our school

As part of our review towards developing and refining our strategic goals for the years ahead, we asked our current parents and carers to complete a survey and the responses were overwhelmingly positive…

Excellent school, academically and pastoral.

Year 7 Parent

St. Mary’s offers a welcoming, nurturing environment for children to learn. The children are respected by their peers and in return, the relationships between pupil and teacher are respectful yet personable.

Year 7 Parent

The holistic approach to educating the whole person is a great strength of the College.

Year 7 Parent

Excellent opportunities throughout the College. High standards and excellent education and teaching methods. Also, an exceptional Music Department.

Year 8 Parent

The focus on the individual child is very impressive. It is obvious that each teacher knows each child and is invested in helping them to achieve and enjoy school life.

Year 7 Parent

Very inclusive and adapts to all needs, keeping the pupils motivated and engaged.

Year 8 College

It is a mixture of both the academic environment and the sporting environment that I believe has allowed our child to thrive. It builds a more rounded individual and offers a wide range of subjects that would not have been provided elsewhere. Our child thoroughly enjoys the school and that in itself is a testament to the culture the school has built for its pupils. The school’s praises have been sung by our first child so much that our second child now wants to go!

Year 8 Parent

We can’t express how relieved we are that we have finally found an environment our son is now finding his best self!

Year 9 Parent

Striving to get the best out of every student in a caring and nurturing environment.

Year 8 Parent

Brilliant opportunities to excel in sports and music.

Year 8 Parent

Reputation for excellent exam results.

Year 9 Parent

The standard of teaching, care and opportunities given to my son are fantastic.

Year 10 Parent

Both academic and pastoral care is excellent.

Year 8 Parent

St. Mary’s is a fantastic school which is giving our daughters the best possible start in life.

Year 9 Parent

There are excellent extra-curricular opportunities for all abilities and interests and academically the staff are incredibly supportive.

Year 10 Parent

It’s rigorous academically, caring from a pastoral point of view and there is brilliant communication with parents.

Year 10 Parent

The whole school ethos is about a healthy learning environment that is challenging yet supportive – reinforcing chieftain values for life and there is a “buzz” about the place every time I call. You can tell a St. Mary’s pupil from the way they behave and act – that’s down to leadership and courage.

Year 10 Parent

St Mary’s has consistently provided a first-class educational experience for my daughter.

Year 11 Parent

The teaching is consistently excellent.

Upper Sixth Form Parent

I am delighted with the exemplary education my son has received and the excellent progress he has made. The staff are amazing and go beyond what is expected of them. Not only educating the children but also celebrating pupils’ achievements in the non-academic field. St. Mary’s is simply the best and I appreciate the hard work, commitment and dedication of all the staff. Thank you so much.

Year 11 Parent

St. Marys continues to excel in providing a wealth of opportunities that promote the development of the whole person!

Upper Sixth Form Parent

The dedication of the staff and the standard of teaching are high.

Year 11 Parent

Good pastoral care, great education and conscientious teachers and head teacher.

Lower Sixth Form Parent

St Mary’s is a fantastic school where children are able to flourish. Our daughter has loved every moment of her time there. I would tell people that St. Mary’s helps children to do their very best in a wonderful, happy environment.

Lower Sixth Form Parent

The school is outstanding.