St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School
Inspired by our Christian faith, enabling children to live life to the full.
Welcome
At St. Mary’s we understand that starting school is a new and exciting, sometimes daunting, experience for your child and in many cases for parents too.
We want to make this transition as easy as possible and hope this guide gives you an insight into life at St. Mary’s.
Inspired by our Christian faith, our mission is to provide the highest standard of education and opportunity for all pupils, enabling them to live life to the full.
St. Mary’s is a family where children are nurtured, encouraged, supported and challenged to reach their full potential in a safe and caring environment.
We welcome children of all faiths or none.
First Steps Nursery
We offer nursery places for children aged 2–4 years old with both 15 and 30 hour provision available.
Three year old children are entitled to spend up to five terms in Nursery, accessing either morning or afternoon sessions.
Children accessing 30 hours receive a paid-for school lunch.
School Day
Wrap-around Childcare
We offer wrap-around childcare before and after school. Places must be booked through the school office.
Extra-curricular Activities
We offer a wide range of school clubs including Lego, Netball, Eco and Cooking clubs.
You can find details of our latest clubs and activities on our school website.
Our Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into three stages:
- Early Years Foundation Stage: ages 0–5 years
- Key Stage 1: ages 5–7 years
- Key Stage 2: ages 7–11 years
Key Stage Curriculum
We provide a broad and balanced curriculum which supports pupils academically, socially and spiritually.
School Uniform
Children are expected to wear a blue sweatshirt or cardigan with the school badge and a blue polo shirt.
- Grey school trousers or skirt
- Black school shoes or black trainers
- Blue gingham dress or grey school shorts in summer
P.E. Kit
- School T-shirt
- Trainers
- Navy shorts or tracksuit
- Navy sweatshirt/hoody for outdoor PE
No named sportswear is permitted. Preloved uniform is available through the school office.
SEND & Safeguarding
Special Educational Needs
At St. Mary’s we believe every child matters and every teacher is able to support special educational needs.
Children with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) have this reviewed annually with all parties involved.
We also hold regular meetings with families of children recognised as having a Special Educational Need.
We have a SEN Co-ordinator in school who liaises with parents and oversees support.
Safeguarding
St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
Children know they can approach any adult in school if they are worried and they will receive a consistent, supportive response.
Chadwick’s Kitchen
Our award-winning in-house catering team, Chadwick’s Kitchen, provides catering services across the Trust.
- Fresh ingredients prepared daily
- Healthy and nutritionally balanced meals
- Medical diets accommodated in partnership with parents
- ParentPay available for payments
- Packed lunches permitted, but nuts and nut-based products are not allowed
- Food waste and sustainability regularly reviewed
Our Trust
We are proud to be part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust.
The Trust covers the east part of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, with schools in East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Our family of schools work closely together so pupils can flourish, supported by effective transition, close relationships and shared expectations.
Get in touch
St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School
Ayr Drive, Jarrow
NE32 4AW
Telephone: 0191 489 8336
Email: office@stmarysjarrow.co.uk
Website: www.stmarysjarrow.co.uk
Facebook: @Stmarysjarrow
“Do to others what you would have them do to you.” – Matthew 7:12