Founded in 1898 from the Bar Convent, York, St Mary's is a Catholic school which also admits pupils of other denominations, both as day girls and as weekly boarders.
Conveniently situated a few minutes walk from the railway station and main bus stops, St Mary's backs onto the University Botanic Gardens and has some lovely views of the Garden.
The school has an excellent working atmosphere as well as providing a sense of caring and encouraging girls to develop respect for themselves and others in a supportive and spiritual environment.
Admission is mainly at 11+ and 16+ but spaces are sometimes available in other years. Two major scholarships and three subsidiary awards are offered for entering into the sixth form at 16+.
Academic standards are high and the A Level pass rate in 1997 was 95%. A broad-based education is provided. The music and drama departments are strong, as are other out-of-school activities: St Mary's has just been awarded a Sportsmark Award for its excellent Physical Education and Sports provision. Our sports teams won the majority of their matches last year. Young Enterprise is an outstanding area, the school has won Best Company Award 3 times for the County and there is a large and thriving Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. All prospective pupils and their parents are requested to make an appointment to see the headmistress before the examination.
All enquiries about the school and further details concerning the scholarships should be directed to the Admissions Secretary on Cambridge 353253.
