St Mary's College is a Christian Brothers School, founded in 1919. It is fully co-educational and has developed strong academic, sporting and serving traditions within a context of respect for fundamental Christian values and educational principles. High standards are sought in all aspects of school life and departments are well equipped to achieve them. Recent developments include a Music Suite, Computer Centre, Technology Centre, Sixth Form Centre and Sports Centre.
Central to life at St Mary's is the religious and pastoral dimension which informs all school activities. All members of staff are expected to be fully supportive in making the College an effective Christian community.
The College offers open academic scholarships at 11+ and has its own Assisted Places scheme, funded by the College's Development Trust.
Alumni - John Birt (Director-General of the BBC); Roger McGough (Poet); Professor David Crystal (world authority on the English language).
