--- url: "https://www.smrc.school/" school: "St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School" --- ### Welcome to St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School ### Growing, Loving and Learning in the Arms of Mary [ Starting School Guide Everything parents need to know about starting our school, all in one easy-to-read guide. › ](https://www.smrc.school/starting-school-guide) ![](https://files.schudio.com/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-sunderland/images/homepage/Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_07.46.11.png) ### **Headteacher's Welcome** St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a warm, friendly school where the staff and Governors work together to provide a caring and safe environment in which children thrive. We encourage the children to be independent, responsible and enthusiastic learners. We enjoy working in partnership with parents to achieve the best outcomes for all our children and enable them to develop spiritually, intellectually, physically, emotionally and creatively. St. Mary’s exists to serve the Roman Catholic families of St. Mary’s, and St. Cecilia’s and St. Patrick’s, Sunderland and we are proud to be part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. At St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School, we recognise that we are all part of God’s wonderful creation and therefore are all special. We learn to respect one another as we prepare for the life in the wider world. Our school community is united by our faith in Jesus, whose message we live by and teach. We recognise, respect and celebrate our diversity. **Mr M. Clephane** Headteacher [Read More About Us ](https://www.smrc.school/about-us) ## Learn and Grow with Us Our primary school offers a nurturing environment where children can develop their skills and discover their potential. ### Why Choose Us? - **Creativity**: Colour and creativity abound in the EYFS. - **Friendship**: The best days of your life. - **Imagination**: Learning through imaginative play, the freedom to explore worlds of your own making. - **Prayer**: Our school is a sacred place with care at its heart. Join our vibrant school community where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive environment. [ Learn More ](https://www.smrc.school/about-us/our-mission-and-values) [YouTube video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/tDv-s9VDf-c?si=L4uQeDEkCK_siG-X) ### What its like to be part of BCCET Our school fosters an inclusive and encouraging environment where every child can achieve their full potential. ## Social Media Feed [Embedded content](https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d5389.689695340485!2d-1.396676!3d54.89411!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x487e669d8ce197bd%3A0x768d3894b8754efc!2sSt%20Mary's%20Catholic%20Primary%20School!5e1!3m2!1sen!2suk!4v1772090446086!5m2!1sen!2suk) ![St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-sunderland/images/logo/logo-footer-with-diocese-02.png) ### St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School Meadowside Sunderland SR2 7QN 0191 522 8787 ### Our School - [About Us](https://www.smrc.school/about-us) - [Admissions](https://www.smrc.school/key-information/admissions) - [Online Safety](https://www.smrc.school/parents/online-safety) - [Nursery](https://www.smrc.school/nursery) - [SEND](https://www.smrc.school/send) ### Useful Links - [Website Terms](https://bccet.org.uk/website-terms) - [Accessibility Statement](https://bccet.org.uk/accessibility-statement) - [Privacy Notice](https://bccet.org.uk/privacy-policy) - [FOI](https://bccet.org.uk/freedom-of-information) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stmaryssunderland/) © Copyright 2026 St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.smrc.school/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)