Why St Mary’s Is the School for You
A place to belong. A place to grow. A place to flourish.
At St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, every child matters.
Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child. At St Mary’s, we want every family to feel welcomed, every child to feel valued and every pupil to have the opportunity to achieve their very best.
Guided by our mission, “Living and learning, inspired by our faith,” we provide an education that nurtures the whole child — academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally. We believe that education is about more than what children learn in the classroom; it is about the people they become, the values they develop and the difference they make to the world around them.
We are proud to be a Catholic school where faith, learning, kindness and ambition come together to help every child flourish.
Why choose St Mary’s?
1. A caring, welcoming community
At St Mary’s, we want children to feel that they belong from the moment they walk through our doors. We work in partnership with parents and carers, recognising that children thrive when home and school work together.
Our school community is built on positive relationships, mutual respect and a shared commitment to helping children feel safe, happy and confident. We encourage our pupils to look after one another, celebrate each other’s successes and understand the importance of kindness in everyday life.
We want every child to know that they are valued, that their voice matters and that they have an important place in our school family.
2. Living and learning, inspired by our faith
Our Catholic faith is at the heart of everything we do. It shapes our relationships, our decisions and the way we care for one another.
Through prayer, worship, Religious Education and the example we set each day, children are encouraged to grow in faith and develop a strong sense of right and wrong. We help our pupils understand the importance of compassion, forgiveness, justice, service and respect for the dignity of every person.
We also encourage children to put their faith into action, following the example of Jesus by supporting those in need, welcoming others and making a positive contribution to their community.
Our Catholic identity is not simply something we learn about; it is something we seek to live out every day.
3. High aspirations for every child
We want every child at St Mary’s to discover their strengths, develop their talents and achieve their full potential.
Our ambitious curriculum builds knowledge, develops skills and inspires curiosity. We encourage children to ask questions, think independently, solve problems and embrace new challenges.
We understand that every child is different. Our teachers work hard to understand individual needs, celebrate progress and provide opportunities for pupils to build confidence and resilience.
We encourage our children to be:
- Ready to learn — positive, confident and prepared to take part.
- Resourceful — curious, independent and willing to explore different approaches.
- Reflective — able to learn from experience and recognise their progress.
- Resilient — determined to persevere when learning becomes challenging.
We want our pupils to leave St Mary’s with a love of learning, pride in their achievements and the confidence to take their next steps.
4. Opportunities to discover new interests and talents
Education at St Mary’s extends beyond the classroom. We want children to discover what excites them, explore new interests and develop talents they may not yet know they have.
Through sport, creative activities, enrichment opportunities, leadership roles, educational visits, workshops and whole-school events, we encourage children to participate, challenge themselves and learn alongside others.
Our pupils have opportunities to develop teamwork, communication, creativity and leadership, while discovering the importance of commitment, fair play and supporting those around them.
Whether a child shines on the sports field, enjoys performing, loves reading, asks thoughtful scientific questions or takes pride in helping others, we want them to have opportunities to grow.
5. Supporting the whole child
We recognise that children learn best when they feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
At St Mary’s, we place importance on pupils’ emotional wellbeing, positive relationships and personal development. We help children develop confidence, understand their feelings, build friendships and learn how to seek help when they need it.
We want our pupils to feel comfortable being themselves, to have the confidence to try new things and to understand that mistakes are a natural part of learning.
By working closely with families and providing appropriate support, we aim to create an environment in which children can develop academically and personally.
6. Preparing children for the future
Primary school lays the foundations for a child’s future. At St Mary’s, we want our pupils to leave us not only with the knowledge and skills they need for secondary school, but also with the character to make a positive difference in the wider world.
Our curriculum and Catholic Social Teaching help children explore important questions about fairness, human dignity, community, peace and care for creation.
We encourage pupils to become responsible citizens who respect differences, understand their responsibilities and recognise that even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference.
We want every child to leave St Mary’s feeling proud of who they are, confident in what they can achieve and ready to embrace the opportunities ahead.
7. A partnership with families
We believe the best outcomes for children come when school and home work together.
Parents and carers are important partners in school life, and we value the relationships we build with our families. Through communication, shared experiences, celebrations and opportunities to take part in school life, we aim to create a community in which families feel informed, involved and welcomed.
Together, we can encourage children to develop good habits, celebrate their progress, overcome challenges and make the most of their time at St Mary’s.
Imagine your child at St Mary’s
Imagine your child arriving at school feeling welcomed and ready for the day.
Imagine them discovering a new interest, tackling a challenge they once thought was impossible, making a friend, leading an act of worship or celebrating an achievement they have worked hard to accomplish.
Imagine them growing in confidence, developing their talents and learning what it means to care for others.
That is what we want for every child at St Mary’s.
We know that choosing a school is about finding the right environment for your child and your family. We would love the opportunity to show you what makes our school special and how our community works together to help children flourish.
Come and discover St Mary’s
The best way to experience St Mary’s is to come and see our school in action. We warmly encourage prospective parents and carers to get in touch, find out more about our provision and explore whether St Mary’s is the right place for their child.
We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Chiswick
Living and learning, inspired by our faith.
Contact us to find out more about joining St Mary’s.
Telephone: 020 8994 5606
Email: office@stmarys.hounslow.sch.uk