Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2026

We are delighted to share that St Mary's has been named Comprehensive School of the Year - East Midlands!

“Pupils’ conduct and attitudes towards one another, with adults and visitors are exceptional. They are welcoming and courteous while also industrious. Warm and trusting relationships are underpinned by a strong and inclusive ethos of care alongside high expectations at this popular school.”

Ofsted, 2024

“One parent captured the sentiments of the overwhelming majority of parents and carers who expressed an opinion when they said: ‘I feel lucky that I get to send my children here.”

Ofsted, 2024

“Pupils thrive at school both academically and socially, including in the sixth form. Classrooms are busy and purposeful learning spaces. Pupils receive consistently high-quality teaching that stimulates their interest and engagement in all subjects. They know that staff care about their success.”

Ofsted, 2024

“A unique aspect of the school’s provision is a first-class programme for pupils’ personal development. The elements of the school’s innovative ‘Inauro’ scheme ensure that pupils feel safe and well prepared for life in modern society.”

Ofsted, 2024

“Sixth-form students are well integrated into the life of the school. They are exceptionally positive role models for younger pupils.”

Ofsted, 2024

“Pupils benefit from being taught by specialist staff. Teachers’ subject knowledge is consistently strong. They use this to design lessons that ignite pupils’ curiosity about new ideas and concepts.”

Ofsted, 2024

“The school is uncompromising in its commitment to supporting pupils with SEND while also promoting their increasing independence and self-confidence. Many parents spoke of staff going ‘above and beyond’ to provide the help and support their children need, including in the sixth form.”

Ofsted, 2024

“The school takes pupils’ personal and character development seriously.”

Ofsted, 2024

“Pupils have a strong understanding of equality and moral issues. They embrace the school’s Catholic and British values in their conduct with others.”

Ofsted, 2024

“Students excel in leadership and community initiatives that enable them to be very well prepared for early adulthood. They receive expert guidance about their next steps towards higher education and non-university pathways.”

Ofsted, 2024

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St Mary’s Catholic High School / 11 Feb

***Vacancy Alert - Teacher of Law (Part-time)***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 9 Feb

St. Mary's has received a letter from the Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, to congratulate the school on the excellent outcomes achieved by its disadvantaged pupils, which have placed it in the top 10% nationally. Bridget Phillipson has recognised the dedication shown by our staff, alongside the hard work of our pupils, that have formed the basis of this significant achievement.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 6 Feb

This week's newsletter has been emailed to parents/carers. A copy can be found on our school website. https://stmarysschool.reactfiles.co.uk/uploads/document/Parent-Newsletter-6-February-2026.pdf?t=1770381466 We wish you and your family a lovely weekend.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 5 Feb

***Vacancy Alert - Chef Manager***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 5 Feb

Upcoming Whole School Production 2026 Come to see our wonderfully talented students in this highly entertaining production of 'Beauty and the Beast'. Ensure to clear your diaries; you will not want to miss it! Tickets will be available via Ticket Source soon. Performances: Thursday 16th July 2026 Friday 17th July 2026 Saturday 18th July 2026 This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 5 Feb

Less than 1 week to go until the Y7 Disco! Wednesday 11th February 3.35pm - 4.45pm Come and celebrate the halfway point of Year 7 while helping to raise funds for our school production. Tickets must be purchased via ParentPay by Monday 9th February.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 4 Feb

Don’t miss out — there is still time to secure your place at our upcoming event for parents and carers of Year 11 pupils: How to Support Your Child with Revision. The session, which will be held on Thursday 5th February between 6.00pm-6.45pm in the Drama Hall, will outline effective ways to support Year 11 pupils in undertaking revision at such a critical part of their educational journey. We are particularly excited to share new and bespoke revision resources, designed by individual departments, which will lead pupils through the specific content needed for each examination. We will demonstrate how to access and use these resources effectively, alongside sharing effective revision strategies and ideas on how to create an effective routine for revision at home. Please access the link below to book tickets: https://buytickets.at/stmaryscatholichighschool/2006997 We look forward to seeing you at the event.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 2 Feb

***Vacancy Alert - Teacher of Maths***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 2 Feb

***Vacancy Alert - Teacher of English***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 30 Jan

This week's newsletter has been emailed to parents/carers. A copy can be found on our school website. https://stmarysschool.reactfiles.co.uk/uploads/document/Parent-Newsletter-30-January-2026.pdf?t=1769771238 We wish you and your family a lovely weekend.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 30 Jan

Just a reminder that we are delighted to invite parents and carers of Year 11 pupils to join us on Thursday 5th February for a session exploring 'How to Support Your Child with Revision.' The session will be held between 6.00pm - 6.45pm in the Drama Hall. The session will outline effective ways to support Year 11 pupils in undertaking revision at such a critical part of their educational journey. We are particularly excited to share new and bespoke revision resources, designed by individual departments, which will lead pupils through the specific content needed for each examination. We will demonstrate how to access and use these resources effectively, alongside sharing effective revision strategies and ideas on how to create an effective routine for revision at home. Please access the link below to book tickets: https://buytickets.at/stmaryscatholichighschool/2006997 We look forward to seeing you at the event.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 27 Jan

Holocaust Memorial Day

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 27 Jan

Fundraising for Ashgate Hospice: Thank you so much for raising such a fantastic amount for Ashgate Hospice. £866.25 is an incredible amount, we are so very grateful for your ongoing support. With support like yours, we are able to continue to care for our patients and their loved ones across North Derbyshire. Wishing you all the best. Kind regards, Sarah (Community Fundraiser)

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 23 Jan

This week's newsletter has been emailed to parents/carers. A copy can be found on our school website. https://stmarysschool.reactfiles.co.uk/uploads/document/Parent-Newsletter-23-January-2026.pdf?t=1769170900 We wish you and your family a lovely weekend.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 20 Jan

We are delighted to invite parents and carers of Year 11 pupils to join us on Thursday 5th February for a session exploring 'How to Support Your Child with Revision.' The session will be held between 6.00pm - 6.45pm in the Drama Hall. The session will outline effective ways to support Year 11 pupils in undertaking revision at such a critical part of their educational journey. We are particularly excited to share new and bespoke revision resources, designed by individual departments, which will lead pupils through the specific content needed for each examination. We will demonstrate how to access and use these resources effectively, alongside sharing effective revision strategies and ideas on how to create an effective routine for revision at home. Please access the link below to book tickets: https://buytickets.at/stmaryscatholichighschool/2006997 We look forward to seeing you at the event.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 20 Jan

We pray for the soul of Janice Brunt, who has passed away. Janice was Head of Chemistry for around 20 years, from 1970 to 1990, and will be remembered with great fondness by both staff and pupils.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 16 Jan

***Vacancy Alert - Teaching Assistants***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 16 Jan

This week's newsletter has been emailed to parents/carers. A copy can be found on our school website. https://stmarysschool.reactfiles.co.uk/uploads/document/Parent-Newsletter-16-January-2026.pdf?t=1768567326 We wish you and your family a lovely weekend.

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 9 Jan

***Vacancy Alert - Chef Manager***

St Mary’s Catholic High School / 9 Jan

Following the heavy snow across our catchment area of North East Derbyshire, the decision has been made for St. Mary’s to be closed today. Our bus services are unable to safely offer their normal routes, and our campus-style school site is currently inaccessible. We have explored the option of a delayed start; however, our unique circumstances mean that this is, unfortunately, not possible.

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

Live, Love and Learn

in the Light of Christ

The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2026

Welcome

to St Mary’s Catholic School

Academic Excellence

Holistic Education

Religious Formation

The Sixth Form

Safe@St.Mary's

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