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“Old Girl” Dr Thakrar, returns to St Mary’s Autumn Concert with a difference! New Head Girl Team officially takes over! New EYFS Building, Little St Mary’s, Is Open For Business Sun Shining On St Marys For Excellent Gcse Results Excellent A level results for Year 13 Early Years Tangrams Year 7 Make Instruments At Home Prep Virtual Sports Day World Book Day Literary Week Author Visit In Prep Mindful Walking For Year 7 Floor And Vault Regional Gymnastics Competition Elite Dance Squad Performed At The Wycombe Swan National Champions In Gymnastics Lucy Hawking Visit Year 5 Science St Marys Carol Service Mock Elections At St Marys Christmas With The Aliens Legally Blonde Year 10 Enterprise Team Thursday 21st November Inaugural Gwyneth Bebb Lecture Wednesday 20th November Mrs Taylor And Coppafeel Change The Face Of Cancer Education St Marys School Hollie Spreads Christmas Cheer For A Dyslexia Charity Author Sita Brahmachari Visits St Marys School Gerrards Cross Thought Provoking Trip To Poland For Senior Girls First Place In National Dancing Competition For St Marys Girls St Marys Girls Walk 10km For Charity Impressive A Level Results Once Again For St Marys Gerrards Cross South Bucks District Athletics Competition 21st Century Teaching Education At St Marys Mary Poppins Ks2 Production Magic Morning For Prep With Author Cressida Cowell Healthy Eating Walk To School Week Nous Nous Amusons En France Biology Olympiad Success Ella And Millie Year 12 Through To Finals Of National Essay Competition Parents Coffee Morning With Mental Wellbeing Focus Speakers Corner In Prep Former Student Lizzy Wins Prestigious Advertising Award Flag Ceremony For New Head Girl Year 4 And 5 Trip To Ufton Court Emily Year 10 Wins National Shakespeare Monologues Competition Rock Challenge Success Eliza Year 4 Wins Best Speaker In Prep Public Speaking Competition Ks2 Design Technology Charities Week At St Marys St Marys U11 Gymnasts Are Regional Champions Helping To Save The Oceans In Year 4 Politics Week At St Marys Strength From Within Enrichment Session For Sixth Formers Youth Speaks Success For St Marys Girls St Marys Girls Gymnastics Successes Take Them To National Finals St Marys Bake Off Final Showstoppers Fantastic Performances In The Light Burns Blue Early Years Become Explorers At Thorpe House Silver Medal For Chamber Choir At Marlow Music Festival Badminton Teams Through To National Event Children In Need Activities Year 5 E Safety Ambassador Trip Daisy Year 10 Gives An Insight Into The Upcoming Production The Light Burns B Remembrance At St Marys Lorraine Show Films At St Marys School Gerrards Cross Police Visit To Early Years Debating Space Exploration Enrichment For Year 13 Girls Attend Tribute To An Inspirational St Marys Alumna Dr Sigman Visits St Marys For A Talk On Parenting The Demanding Generation Welcome To Our New Headmistress, Mrs Adams Excellent GCSE Results Excellent Gcse Results For St Marys Students Celebrations As Girls Receive A Level Results! St Marys Students Celebrate As They Receive A Level Results Prep Department At Youth Speaks Competition Model UN Conference For Year 8 Speech Day And Art Exhibition A Pantastic Production! Impressive Results at STEM Olympics Sports Days! Year 7 Students Victoriously Attack Warwick Castle! New Head For St Marys School Gerrards Cross Trip to Condover Hall Smooth Enterprise Day For Year 8 Runners-up In National Carnegie Competition Year 7 Trip to Lulworth Cove Building Bridges In Year 4 Prizes Won At Literary Festival Writing Competition Royal Wedding Celebrations Prizes For Year 10 In 2018 Biology Challenge “Best Performance” At Maidenhead Drama Festival Prep Department Hosts Grandparents Tea PGL Netball Tournament In Devon Year 6 To ISA Netball Finals In York New Head Girl Team Year 4 Residential Trip To Flatford Mill Imogen, Year 4, Wins Second Prize In IT Competition Year 9 And 10 To Model United Nations Final Conference St Marys Year 7 Team Race Their Rocket Car At Raf Halton Year 7 Team Race Their Rocket Car At RAF Halton Cologne Trip Second Place And Best In School For Prep Art Work Holly Year 8 Wins Second Place In Isa Essay Competition For St Marys School Holly, Year 8, Takes Second Place In ISA Essay Competition Promising Students Attend Oxbridge Conference Model United Nations At Haileybury College Year 6 Easter Activities St Marys Netball Teams Through To National Finals In York Maths In Action International Women’s Day Year 6 And 8 Netball Teams Through To National Finals Eco Swap Shop St Marys Eco Warriors Work To Save Landfill Space Inter-House Music Impressive Performances At Model United Nations Conference More Gymnastics Success! Under 9s Sweep The Boards At National Competition Youth Speaks Success More Success For St Marys Gymnastics Team Fantastic Gymnastic Results! St Marys Gymnasts Through To National Bsga Competition Prep “No Electricity” Day St Marys Goes Electricity Free For The Day Impressive Results For Prep Gymnasts At ISGA Gym Competition We Will Rock You! New York New York! National Space Centre Trip Year 7s Get Enterprising! Harvest Walk For RAHAB Up Close With Creepy Crawlies! St Marys Girl Wins Gold In Art Competition St Marys Gerrards Cross Hosts Its Own Bake Off Daniella Year 8 Donates Her Hair To Charity St Marys Pupil Runs New Ukulele Club Celebrations As St Marys Girls Open Their Gcse Results St Marys Girls Celebrate Excellent A Level Results St Marys Girls Winning Poem Royally Dispatched To The Queen Prep Girls Host Popular Grandparents Tea St Marys Girls Embrace Technology To Learn Mandarin Brilliant Results In Rotary Ict And Poetry Competition Senior Choir Visit Local Care Home Tim Peake Launch And Seeds In Space For St Marys Girls
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Having fun syncing routines in Sixth Form PE! https://t.co/i5BVVuvJ7j
Amazing monster making in KS1 Art Club today!
Can you guess what sound Nursery are learning this week? ?
Can you guess what sound Nursery are learning this week? ?
Some Year 12 Focaccia Art for a Monday morning, delicious and beautiful!
And they’re off! Good luck on your assessed DofE expedition, girls!
The girls were very enthusiastic in supporting #MacmillanCoffeeMorning today! Who wouldn't be when faced with these delicious cakes?!
Making Marble Runs in Science Explorers Club! ? https://t.co/MQLXYUaaHh
Making Marble Runs in Science Explorers Club! ?
As part of their Enrichment Talks programme, our Sixth Formers were fortunate to hear from two employees of @cytiva a company improving access to life-changing therapies that transform human health.... Read more
As part of their Enrichment Talks programme, our Sixth Formers were fortunate to hear from two employees of Cytiva, a company improving access to life-changing therapies that transform human health.... Read more
Year 6 this week took part in a rap battle! They have been learning about the Magna Carta and then they wrote a rap from the point of view from... Read more
Year 6 this week took part in a rap battle! They have been learning about the Magna Carta and then they wrote a rap from the point of view from... Read more
Early Years have been learning about their bodies this week. Today we have read "Funny Bones" and the girls are working hard on various activities!
Year 3 have been studying Stone Age cave art. They looked at a range of real examples and tried discovering what messages they got from the art work. They studied... Read more
Ball skills in Year 2 last week!
Stunning drone footage from Mrs Williams ?
Year 12 Media students took advantage of the fine weather today to take some practice shots for our Virtual Whole School Open Day!
Early Years working hard on their phonics this morning!
Year 6 have been making the most of the sunshine this morning! They have been acting out their own Macbeth play scripts, namely the scene where Macbeth and Banquo meet... Read more
Year 6 have been making the most of the sunshine this morning! They have been acting out their own Macbeth play scripts, namely the scene where Macbeth and Banquo meet... Read more
The sun shone on St Mary's this morning for our inaugural Flag Ceremony. Last year's Head Girl, Dayna, passed over the badge, lowered the flag and it was raised again... Read more
Today we all went foraging in the woods, hunting for special things among the flora and fauna of our Forest School. We were lucky to spot some beautiful crocuses! We... Read more
Today we all went foraging in the woods, hunting for special things among the flora and fauna of our Forest School. We were lucky to spot some beautiful crocuses! We... Read more
Last Friday, as part of their Enrichment Talks programme, our Sixth Form students were given the opportunity to listen to Justine Ayto, Partner at the law firm Mishcon de Reya.... Read more
As part of their Enrichment Talks programme, our Sixth Form students were given the opportunity to listen to Justine Ayto, Partner at the law firm Mishcon de Reya. They learnt... Read more
This year our Open Day will take place virtually with videos, speeches and materials for you to engage with. This content will all be available to view from Saturday 10th... Read more
This year our Open Day will run a bit differently, owing to the current situation with coronavirus, with our priority being to keep all visitors, students and staff safe whilst... Read more
In RE Year 1 are learning to appreciate Creation. In this week's lesson they were allowed to create whatever they wanted using collage materials and we thought about how we... Read more
In RE Year 1 are learning to appreciate Creation. In this week's lesson they were allowed to create whatever they wanted using collage materials and we thought about how we... Read more
St Mary’s looking lovely in the September summer sunshine ?
St Mary’s looking lovely in the September summer sunshine ?
Something fun and sweet for Year 11 RS students! They were recapping Islamic Festivals. Using strawberry laces, they mapped out different images and symbols that reflected their learning.
Our new Steel Pan Drum Club got off to a great start today! Within 20 minutes they'd mastered Bob Marley's 'Three Little Birds'! We can't wait to hear more!
Year 5 made a scale model of the Solar System in the Rose Garden using fruit!
Year 5 made a scale model of the Solar System in the Rose Garden using fruit!
Mrs Adams was pleased to present students with their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh certificates in assembly today, and to also talk to the girls about connecting and kindness.
Yesterday the Sixth Form enjoyed a team-building afternoon run by one of the British Army Outreach teams & took part in three problem-solving activities including building a wooden tank without... Read more
The Early Years girls have been having a great time with the outdoor space at Little St Mary’s!
Mrs Murray, our Senior House Librarian, is delighted to have welcomed so many enthusiastic Year 7 girls to the library! Three of them have even set up their own mini... Read more
Year 1 had a lovely time exploring outside as part of their R.E lesson yesterday. This term's topic is all about Creation so the girls took time to look at... Read more
Year 1 had a lovely time exploring outside as part of their R.E lesson yesterday. This term's topic is all about Creation so the girls took time to look at... Read more
The Nursery girls are settling in and working hard!
Year 8's PSHCE topic is Random Acts of Kindness and they are being challenged to complete as much of the September Kindness calendar as possible: https://www.actionforhappiness.org/self-care-september Perhaps our St Mary's... Read more
Year 8's PSHCE topic is Random Acts of Kindness and they are being challenged to complete as much of the September Kindness calendar as possible: https://www.actionforhappiness.org/self-care-september Perhaps our St Mary's... Read more
Year 7 English getting off to a studious start with their book reviews!
Year 7 English getting off to a studious start with their book reviews!
It's wonderful to see the Senior girls brightening up the Cedar Lawn again, and in and around the school this lunchtime!
The Reception girls are loving Little St Mary's!
We're so excited to welcome Nursery and Reception back soon and into our beautiful new building, Little St Mary's. Here's a sneak peek!
First of staff inset days today! It’s a beautiful day to be back and we can’t wait to start welcoming the girls back on Thursday ?
First of staff inset days today! It’s a beautiful day to be back and we can’t wait to start welcoming the girls back on Thursday ?
The sun shone as our Y11 girls collected their GCSE results this morning. 15% were at Grade 9, the very highest A*grade, 35% at Grade 9 and 8, 62% at... Read more
Some more gorgeous photos from A level results day! This cohort achieved 50% A*-A and 79% A*-B grades and we couldn’t be more proud!
Annie & Dayna!
In an examination year full of uncertainty, we are delighted that the majority of Y13 have achieved their desired place at university. Mrs Adams , Headmistress said, "I am incredibly... Read more
Lots of smiling faces this morning for A level results day, well done Year 13!
Can you help former Head Girl Emily and her siblings? See pictures for details.
Early Years watched their caterpillars turn into a chrysalis but sadly they didn’t hatch in time for the end of term. This morning Mrs Smith released the butterflies ? https://youtu.be/LH5xIeX65gA
Early Years watched their caterpillars turn into a chrysalis but sadly they didn’t hatch in time for the end of term. This morning Mrs Smith released the butterflies ? https://youtu.be/LH5xIeX65gA
?Lovely to see Year 13 for breakfast goodbyes this morning!?
Lovely to see Year 13 for breakfast goodbyes this morning!
Annie! Brilliant job, Year 6! ?
We hope you tuned into the virtual final assembly and found out who won the House cup...! ??
We hope you tuned into the virtual final assembly and found out who won the House cup...! ??
This year’s Speech Day took on a very different form to what we are all used to, but it was still very special! With speeches from Chair of Governors, Mr... Read more
Fantastic online Speech Day with Chair of Govs, Mr Wilson, Headmistress Mrs Adams, our outgoing Head Girl, Dayna, and brilliant guest speaker, @ella_podmore who spoke passionately to the girls about... Read more
If you fancy trying your hand at some baking this summer, Olivia W in Year 9 has made this fantastic video about how to make a Banoffee traybake. Amazing work!... Read more
If you fancy trying your hand at some baking this summer, Olivia W in Year 9 has made this fantastic video about how to make a Banoffee traybake. Amazing work!... Read more
EYFS and Year 1 both had busy days! EYFS harvested their crop of potatoes ? and cooked them in Forest School! Whilst Y1 had a great ocean themed arts and... Read more
?In Year 8 Media Club today, Maya B shared her fabulous dystopian film trailer animation with the club. This is her superb storyboard.?
In Year 8 Media Club today, Maya B shared her fabulous dystopian film trailer animation with the club. This is her superb storyboard.
6H have been designing a new Nike Blazer Trainer. Their designs were inspired by street art and graffiti. They all produced fantastic designs and then made prototypes of their trainers.... Read more
6H have been designing a new Nike Blazer Trainer. Their designs were inspired by street art and graffiti. They all produced fantastic designs and then made prototypes of their trainers.... Read more
?7KK enjoying a socially-distanced game of football rounders and well-deserved ice lolly yesterday! So lovely to see our Year 7s in school ??
7KK enjoying a socially-distanced game of football rounders and well-deserved ice lolly yesterday! So lovely to see our Year 7s in school ?
Early Years are ready for their Teddy Bears picnic! Complete with home made bears this year!
In Science the Year 5 girls were challenged to build a variety of models from Lego Technic demonstrating the principles of first, second and third class levers, pulleys and gears.... Read more
To finish the Year 5 Science course, we re-visited the "Simple Mechanisms" topic from earlier this academic year. Year 5 girls were challenged to build a variety of models from... Read more
Y8 have been celebrating the culmination of all the amazing work they have achieved, exploring and learning about the dystopian genre, and the students have amalgamated all this learning into... Read more
EYFS had their own Sports Day today! Lots of sporting events and medals at the end! The girls were great competitors. Well done, Early Years! ??
Girls in Prep have been studying a composer each week and listening to a piece of their music. Nursery imagined looking at our planet from space, whilst listening to Zimmer's... Read more
Girls in Prep have been studying a composer each week and listening to a piece of their music. Nursery imagined looking at our planet from space, whilst listening to Zimmer's... Read more
?A socially distanced farewell for the amazing Mrs Roberts ??
A socially distanced farewell for the amazing Mrs Roberts ?
Year 7 have been learning about the weather this half term, and this week they were tasked with recording weather conditions in a diary over a week period. But to... Read more
In this week's Getting to Know You, find out which teacher once sent £3,000 worth of clothes to Victoria Beckham in a taxi...! Answer in Friday's newsletter!
In this week's Getting to Know You, find out which teacher once sent £3,000 worth of clothes to Victoria Beckham in a taxi...! Answer in Friday's newsletter!
Alicia B stormed ahead during Weekday Warrior and Friday was no exception! A total of 24km on Friday alone, wow! In Key stage 3, Megan was flying ahead, with Layla,... Read more
?This Global Digital History of Science Festival is a five-day online celebration run by the British Society for the History of Science featuring talks, discussions, workshops, performances, discussions, and more... Read more
This Global Digital History of Science Festival is a five-day online celebration run by the British Society for the History of Science featuring talks, discussions, workshops, performances, discussions, and more... Read more
Can you think of a better way to finish the week than with a Nursery v Reception Dance-Off? ?
Can you think of a better way to finish the week than with a Nursery v Reception Dance-Off? ?
So brilliant to have Year 5 back today, and they got straight back into their work! Well done, girls! ?
Year 12 have been filling in their UCAS applications today through a quest on Classcraft. Here's Olivia P with her team and Emma H with her team, The Banana Boys!
Year 4 we are so happy you are back at school! ?
Year 4 we are so happy you are back at school! ?
Day 2 of weekday warrior was competitive! Amelia was up and out nice and early and she had completed 5k on her bike before 8am! Go Amelia!! There is no... Read more
Welcome back Year 5! ?
After seeing the devastating effects of Covid-19, Saana in Year 11 decided to make this brilliant video outlining what the virus is, and advice for limiting its spread. Amazing work,... Read more
After seeing the devastating effects of Covid-19, Saana in Year 11 decided to make this brilliant video outlining what the virus is, and advice for limiting its spread. Amazing work,... Read more
Huge thanks to Lawrence Williams for creating this video of Year 7 students and their homemade instruments! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/292263981892271/
Huge thanks to Lawrence Williams for creating this video of Year 7 students and their homemade instruments!
Year 8 have worked so hard today for Enterprise Day and the problem of water inequality.
Ella's brilliant, working water-filter! https://t.co/K5kDOJ1339
The amazing catering staff decided to join Year 1's wet break time dancing session today! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/300739571062478/
The amazing catering staff decided to join Year 1's wet break time dancing session today!
It's Year 8 Enterprise Day! Their task today is to solve the problem of water inequality and design a suitable water filtration system to meet the needs of a certain... Read more
(2/2) Sarah prepared a video especially for the girls on their Enterprise Day. She spoke about her love for science and engineering and how she overcame doubt and discouragement from... Read more
(1/2) It's Y8 Enterprise Day! Their task today is to solve the problem of water inequality and design a suitable water filtration system to meet the needs of a certain... Read more
The Life After Covid Competition closes 10th July! The competition is open to students over the age of 14. Submit your entry as either a written article, short video or... Read more
The Life After Covid Competition closes 10th July! The competition is open to school, university and higher-education students over the age of 14. Submit your entry as either a written... Read more
The Early Years girls have been reading Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This morning they had a very messy welcome when they came to school! Baby bear had written a... Read more
The Early Years girls have been reading Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This morning they had a very messy welcome when they came to school! Baby bear had written a... Read more
A midweek treat for you. Smiles, by Minnie, Year 1 Smiles are precious, Smiles are sometimes sad, Smiles are sometimes happy, Smiles are free, Smiles are natural, Smiles are between... Read more
A midweek treat for you. Smiles, by Minnie, Year 1 Smiles are precious, Smiles are sometimes sad, Smiles are sometimes happy, Smiles are free, Smiles are natural, Smiles are between... Read more
A great first day of weekday warriors in PE. Well done to the students who uploaded their distances on the form. It is great to hear of so many of... Read more
Absolutely amazing effort from the Senior girls, and teachers, yesterday for virtual Sports Day, well done! These are just some of the photos! https://www.facebook.com/pg/smsgx/photos/?tab=album&album_id=3416885658344359
Absolutely amazing effort from the Senior girls, and teachers, yesterday for virtual Sports Day, well done! These are just some of the photos! Absolutely amazing effort from the Senior girls,... Read more
Give our new RS Department @StMarysRS a follow!
Year 8 Media Club are continuing to plan their epic film for the ISA Film and Digital Art Competition! We can't wait to see what you come up with, girls!
The Nursery girls made s'mores in Forest School today!! They were SO yummy and thoroughly enjoyed by the girls... and their teachers!
Brilliant work, Scarlett! https://twitter.com/clive_david/status/1277663084702728199
Brilliant work from these Year 8 girls today for virtual Sports Day in Senior House! ?
Brilliant photos of Jessie taking part in Sports Day this afternoon!
Brilliant photos of Jessie taking part in Sports Day this afternoon!
Excitement! A fairy ring has appeared in the Year 1 area with gifts from fairyland! Miss Connell thinks the fairies were happy with their fairy doors and gardens! ?
Excitement! A fairy ring has appeared in the Year 1 area with gifts from fairyland! Miss Connell thinks the fairies were happy with their fairy doors and gardens! ?
Minne wrote this incredible poem, "Foggy Nights", completely independently - amazing job, Minnie! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/687615761815441/
Minne wrote this incredible poem completely independently - amazing job, Minnie!
Good luck Senior girls, for Sports Day this afternoon! ?????
Good luck Senior girls, for Sports Day this afternoon! ?????
Mr Wilde and his Year 10 Maths class happy to be together today!
Our wonderful school has been shortlisted in the Girls’ School category for the Independent Schools of the Year 2020! https://www.independentschoolsoftheyear.co.uk/shortlist-2020/
Our wonderful school has been shortlisted in the Girls’ School category for the Independent Schools of the Year 2020! https://www.independentschoolsoftheyear.co.uk/shortlist-2020/
Look closely around St Mary’s & you may find a fairy door! Y1 have been creating their very own fairy doors and gardens to entice the fairies, perhaps you will... Read more
Wonderful to have our Year 10 students back in school ?
Welcome back Year 4!
Welcome back Year 4!
In their French lessons, Year 4 are learning about ‘la ville’. They created their own street and labelled the shops in French!
Year 7 Media Club entry for the Into Film "Nature in my Neighbourhood Competition" by Chloe P. Brilliant! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/273718880402956/
Year 7 Media Club entry for the Into Film "Nature in my Neighbourhood Competition by Choe P. Brilliant!
Early Years have been making the most of the glorious weather today! ???
In Science Y1 are learning about inventors & learnt about an inventor who made a special sensory garden at the Eden Project. Y1 explored the school to find plants that... Read more
This was a fun warm-up in a Year 8 English lesson yesterday - in preparation of recording/writing their Movie trailer they explored Hollywood's 'what if?' high concept for a film.... Read more
This was a fun warm-up in a Year 8 English lesson yesterday - in preparation of recording/writing their Movie trailer they explored Hollywood's 'what if?' high concept for a film.... Read more
?Wonderful to have Year 3 back and enjoying their lessons!?
Wonderful to have Year 3 back and enjoying their lessons!
This is the Year 8 Media Club entry for the Into Film "Nature in My Neighbourhood" competition, by Lily. Amazing work! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2552796521701805
This is the Year 8 Media Club entry for the Into Film "Nature in My Neighbourhood" competition, by Lily. Amazing work!
Well done to Ramneet who learned how to ride her bike with no stabilisers at the weekend! ?
Year 1 made disgusting sandwiches like The Lighthouse Keeper, to try and deter the seagulls from eating them! The girls used jam, horseradish sauce, apple sauce, mustard, salt and pepper.... Read more
Year 1 made disgusting sandwiches like The Lighthouse Keeper, to try and deter the seagulls from eating them! The girls used jam, horseradish sauce, apple sauce, mustard, salt and pepper.... Read more
Oh yum! Well done, Zoya! https://twitter.com/shazia2o/status/1275070707446120448
EYFS had a special delivery of caterpillars this morning! They are very excited to watch their metamorphosis. ?
In their introductory lesson to The Nervous System topic, some Year 10 pupils made models of sensory, relay and motor neurones out of sweets. Yum! @StMarysScienceD
Mindful Monday! Monday comes around very quickly! The eighth Mindfulness task is available to view. A time to encourage your daughter to de-clutter and reduce stress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0z2dtHKHu1Q&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0N2HwIhHT2_1l1oAE14tP9GO35K3YWTa2kCJGwc-10j4xpgQcRzB5uk94
Mindful Monday! Monday comes around very quickly! The eighth Mindfulness task is available to view. A time to encourage your daughter to de-clutter and reduce stress.youtu.be/0z2dtHKHu1Q
After a brilliant week of activities the final results for Prep Virtual Sports Day are in! 4th: Latham: 240 3rd: Temple West 317 2nd: Butler 327 1st: Kirk 354! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/3181064441959573/
After a brilliant week of activities, the final scores for Sports Day are...! 4th: Latham: 240 3rd: Temple West 317 2nd: Butler 327 1st: Kirk 354
Flash back to last year’s Prep Sports Day. It might be a little different this year, but staff are still excited to find out results!
Flash back to last year’s Prep Sports Day. It might be a little different this year, but staff are still excited to find out results!
This video is of Ramneet who worked hard learning to recognise coins and add money at home. In this video she has set up her own shop and is even... Read more
This video is of Ramneet who worked hard learning to recognise coins and add money at home. In this video she has set up her own shop and is even... Read more
Another fabulous riding video, this time Amelia K in Year 8!
Another fabulous riding video, this time Amelia K in Year 8! https://t.co/Hvw4QuHdXI
Mrs Adams was delighted to welcome the new Head Girl team to school yesterday to receive their badges and have their first socially distanced meeting. Emma H- Head Girl Kat... Read more
Mrs Adams was delighted to welcome the new Head Girl team to school yesterday to receive their badges and have their first socially distanced meeting. Emma H- Head Girl Kat... Read more
Poppy in Year 5 has been having an active week this week- here she is in her horse riding lesson! Poppy was nervous at first but really enjoyed it by... Read more
Poppy in Year 5 has been having an active week this week- here she is in her horse riding lesson! Poppy was nervous at first but really enjoyed it by... Read more
Today was Under and Over for Virtual Prep Sports Day, well done, girls! And here we are, it's all to play for! Kirk 226 Temple West 214 Butler 205 Latham... Read more
Year 2 have returned and jumped straight back in to learning to tell the time and calculate time jumps. They were working on this at home and now they are... Read more
Year 2 have returned and jumped straight back in to learning to tell the time and calculate the time an activity started. They are working hard to show the times,... Read more
Head over to the facebook page to find out how parents and siblings can get involved with Prep virtual sports day today! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/?ref=settings
Today’s Prep virtual Sports Day challenge is the under and Over challenge! The girls have the links on their teams groups. Parents can now get involved!! Aim in the bucket... Read more
Day 3 for Prep Virtual Sports Day was throw & catch against a wall, and the results are in! Only one point between Butler and Temple West! Kirk: 178 Butler:... Read more
Here is a fascinating insight into how some of the virtual lessons work, with Mrs McNally talking to her Year 12 students whilst they complete a crossword - makes for... Read more
Here is a fascinating insight into how some of the virtual lessons work, with Mrs McNally talking to her Year 12 students whilst they complete a crossword - makes for... Read more
Cayelin has been keeping fit at home and also decorating donuts, yum!
Lovely Y7 Media Club this week, where the girls planned their entry to the Into Film Nature in your Neighbourhood Competition. Chloe's going to use her photo montage she made... Read more
Lovely Year 7 Media Club this week, where the girls planned Chloe and Amelie's entry to the Into Film Nature in your Neighbourhood Competition. Chloe's going to use her photo... Read more
After a brilliant day of long jump for virtual Sports Day in Prep, the results are in! Well done, girls! Kirk: 121 Temple West: 112 Butler: 112 Latham: 79
In her Year 8 English class, Mrs McNally shared the task with the girls by recording herself on a padlet, which the girls could then add to with their own... Read more
Whilst they were learning at home the Early Years girls enjoyed Tangram Tuesday. They have continued this tradition back at school and the girls are great at them! Early years... Read more
A brilliant selection of books being read in Mrs Williams's Year 8 English class today!
A brilliant selection of books being read in Mrs Williams's Year 8 English class today!
Can anyone guess who this week's "Getting to know you..." staff member in the newsletter might be?
Can anyone guess who this week's "Getting to know you..." staff member in the newsletter might be?
Y1 have been learning about position and direction in Maths this week. Miss Connell built them a maze and gave them instructions such as “take a quarter turn to the... Read more
On the first day of Prep's first virtual Sports Day, the results are in! Today’s event was Speed Bounce and Kirk are leading with 44 points, followed by Butler on... Read more
Harleen's got off to a great start for Virtual Sports Day! Here she is completing her speed bounce. She managed to complete 15 in 30 seconds! Well done, Harleen!
Sadly, Y4's dragon had to leave Mrs Burton's. Before he left, he asked Mrs Burton to send a letter to each Y4 girl to say goodbye. The girls received their... Read more
Something lovely and calming for a Monday morning. Another great video for World Environment Day from Simran in Year 8. All the photos were taken by her when she was... Read more
Something lovely and calming for a Monday morning. Another great video for World Environment Day from Simran in Year 8. All the photos were taken by her when she was... Read more
Good luck to Prep this week for their virtual Sports Day (week!) ?????
Good luck to Prep this week for their virtual Sports Day (week!) ?????
Good luck to Prep this week for their virtual Sports Day (week!) ?????
Prep Sports Day information!
Monday marks the start of our Prep Virtual Sports Day! This will be a House competition for pupils in Nursery - Year 6, so the more girls that get involved,... Read more
Nursery are ready for their dance off with Reception!
Nursery are ready for their dance off with Reception!
Year 8 have been making videos to celebrate nature in their local environment, to celebrate World Environment Day which was on 5th June. This is Amrita's brilliant video! https://t.co/Wfc7LQe8Vi
Year 8 have been making videos to celebrate nature in their local environment, to celebrate World Environment Day which was on 5th June. This is Amrita's brilliant video!
More of Year 7's creative writing - Miss Walton's class. https://t.co/lagVfw55Dt
More of Year 7's creative writing - Mrs McNally's class. https://t.co/fgZe4StzER
In their recent assessment Y7 had the opportunity to demonstrate their amazing writing, using all the techniques they had been learning and using a picture of hot air balloons as... Read more
During Form Time this morning, Year 2 baked a cake in a mug. The girls followed a recipe and made some delicious cake. Luckily, nobody's exploded too much. Great fun... Read more
Year 7 have worked very hard this year in English, developing their creative writing skills. In their recent assessment, they had the opportunity to demonstrate their amazing writing, using all... Read more
Year 8 Media Club had to extend to an after-school meeting today to continue our great filming plans. But fun was had by all!
Year 8 Media Club had to extend to an after-school meeting today to continue our great filming plans. But fun was had by all!
?Hot chocolate at Forest School! ??
?Hot chocolate at Forest School! ??
Hot chocolate at Forest School! ?
Year 5 were learning about how to perform a monologue in Drama. Here is Eden performing her monologue where she is a princess who is complaining about having to dance... Read more
Year 5 were learning about how to perform a monologue in Drama. Here is Eden performing her monologue where she is a princess who is complaining about having to dance... Read more
Mrs Brain's Year 8 class have become budding movie directors! They've channelled their inner Steven Spielberg and written a setting for the first scene of a dystopian movie...???
Mrs Brain's Year 8 class have become budding movie directors! They've channelled their inner Steven Spielberg and written a setting for the first scene of a dystopian movie...???
Mrs Brain's Year 8 class have become budding movie directors! They've channelled their inner Steven Spielberg and written a setting for the first scene of a dystopian movie...???
This week in Science, Year 3 have been investigating the role of the flower on a plant. The girls each dissected a tulip and identified the different parts. They also... Read more
?Reception enjoyed acting out the Story of ‘Mog the forgetful Cat’. Are they not the cutest Mogs you’ve ever seen! ??
Reception enjoyed acting out the Story of ‘Mog the forgetful Cat’. Are they not the cutest Mogs you’ve ever seen! ?
Think U Know have created videos to support parents during Covid-19 and the closure of schools to many children. You can find the videos here: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/Support-tools/presentations-for-parents/
Think U Know have created videos to support parents during Covid-19 and the closure of schools to many children. You can find the videos here: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/Support-tools/presentations-for-parents/ A guide to sharing... Read more
Look out in this Friday's newsletter for the story of how Maisie helped to save this little nuthatch's life when it flew right into the window of her house!
Look out in this Friday's newsletter for the story of how Maisie helped to save this little nuthatch's life when it flew right into the window of her house!
Megan has been incredibly creative and made hurdles in her garden! Such a great idea and certainly keeping herself busy at this time! @StMarysGXSports https://t.co/cOHnP0chaA
Megan has been incredibly creative and made hurdles in her garden! Such a great idea and certainly keeping herself busy at this time!
?Year 10 listened to Sky Sports and Talks Sports' Laura Woods today as part of their “Your Future” Week.?
Year 10 listened to Sky Sports and Talks Sports' Laura Woods today as part of their “Your Future” Week.
In Maths, Year 4 were learning about equivalent fractions, so they created fraction walls out of Lego to help them understand.
In Maths, Year 4 were learning about equivalent fractions, so they created fraction walls out of Lego to help them understand.
This morning the Early Years girls made beautiful butterfly wings to entice butterflies into our Forest School woodland. They also fluttered around the school to put smiles on everyone’s faces!... Read more
Year 7 Media Club, with Mrs Williams, is up and running! They planned a nature film to enter for the ISA Film Competition - as Year 7 had already made... Read more
Year 7 Media Club, with Mrs Williams, is up and running! They planned a nature film to enter for the ISA Film Competition - as Year 7 had already made... Read more
As part of Year 10's "Your Future" week they've had a zoom meeting with Jo Wright of JWC Consultancy about how they project themselves and ‘Brand Me’. Year 10 will... Read more
Year 1 read the story of The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch. They looked very carefully at the setting of the story and recreated it using colouring pencils and sketching/blending techniques. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=703599280403796
Getting to know you… Mrs J Burton! Name: Mrs Burton Job title: Early Years TA/ Accredited Forest School Leader I started at SMS: in 2019 My favourite thing about SMS... Read more
Getting to know you…! We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs J Burton! Name: Mrs Burton Job title: Early... Read more
Friday afternoon lollies after a brilliant first week back!
Riding with no stabilisers! Well done, Charlotte! ?? https://t.co/RevXlzyzh5
Riding with no stabilisers! Well done, Charlotte! ??
A brilliant Nursery and Reception dance-off! Fun for all involved and a great way to end a great week!?
A brilliant Nursery and Reception dance-off! Fun for all involved and a great way to end a great week!?
Miss Sweeney set Year 3 a challenge to create a poster advertising their services as an embalmer after they learnt how the Egyptians mummified their bodies. Here is Lara’s bright... Read more
Miss Sweeney set Year 3 a challenge to create a poster advertising their services as an embalmer after they learnt how the Egyptians mummified their bodies. Here is Lara’s bright... Read more
Thank you to Mrs Finn for this gorgeous photo and message. "Just wanted to share this happiness ?? Scarlett is so happy to be back with her friends and wonderful... Read more
Thank you to Mrs Finn for this gorgeous photo and message. "Just wanted to share this happiness ?? Scarlett is so happy to be back with her friends and wonderful... Read more
This morning Year 2 had five minutes to put a fancy dress on and then went on a hunt to find something beginning with J, something older than them, something... Read more
This morning Year 2 had five minutes to put a fancy dress on and then went on a hunt to find something beginning with J, something older than them, something... Read more
#BlackLivesMatter
Here's Gabby, Year 2, reading her work on Collin McNaughton’s book Giant, aloud! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1125601647810783
The Nursery girls practised throwing today in PE!
Year 8 have been exploring the idea of 'Mindful' baking during assessment week. They have looked at the ways that baking can improve mood and help reduce stress levels. Here... Read more
Year 8 have been exploring the idea of 'Mindful' baking during assessment week. They have looked at the ways that baking can improve mood and help reduce stress levels. Here... Read more
Whizzy Maths and fun with bubbles for Early Years! ?
Mrs Brereton set the Year 3 girls a challenge in their golden time: to make a picture only using things they could find in nature. Look at these wonderful creations!... Read more
Alessia, Year 6, enjoys Art- Patterns on canvas which she recently completed at home during lockdown. Amazing work!
Alessia, Year 6, enjoys Art- Patterns on canvas which she recently completed at home during lockdown. Amazing work!
Welcome back to Year 6! ?
Nursery had Forest School this morning! The fairies of the woodland used their magic dust to turn our baby pine cones into huge ones! The girls were astounded by the... Read more
There are some excellent breathing exercises in this week's student briefing, well worth a try for anyone who may be feeling in need of some calmness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9hvypQxAoY&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMZmC3eRWSo&feature=youtu.be
There are some excellent breathing exercises in this week's student briefing, well worth a try for anyone who may be feeling in need of some calmness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9hvypQxAoY&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMZmC3eRWSo&feature=youtu.be An effective... Read more
A great first day back for these girls! ?
Welcome back Year 1! ?
Welcome back, Early Years! ?
This positivity calendar is a lovely idea for June ? https://static.wixstatic.com/media/15874d_56dded12a0004920ad44d4e8d220efcb~mv2.png
This positivity calendar is a lovely idea for June ? https://static.wixstatic.com/media/15874d_56dded12a0004920ad44d4e8d220efcb~mv2.png
It's a beautiful day for the start of the second half of Trinity term??Welcome back to the girls and staff who are in school today! Please continue to send your... Read more
It's a beautiful day for the start of the second half of Trinity term ?? Welcome back to the girls and staff who are in school today! Please continue to... Read more
As we come to the end of an unusual half term, please take a few minutes to read through these pictures. Have a wonderful half term break, from all at... Read more
Zara, Year 1, used vinegar and baking soda to make an erupting Volcano during Golden Time. Brilliant, Zara!
Zara, Year 1, used vinegar and baking soda to make an erupting Volcano during Golden Time. Brilliant, Zara!
Fancy Dress Friday in 6C today... brilliant enthusiasm from these girls!
Fun Prep form times this morning! Year 3 sang happy birthday to Harleen who is celebrating her 8th birthday on Monday ???? and EYFS had wacky hair day!
Daisy, Year 6, is enjoying bring your pet to the computer day!
Daisy, Year 6, is enjoying bring your pet to the computer day!
Poppy, Year 2, is enjoying wacky hair day this morning on form time!
Poppy, Year 2, is enjoying wacky hair day this morning on form time!
Year 8 Media Club launched on Zoom today, when the team planned their video entries to the ISA Film & Digital Art Competition, along with an Into Film competition on... Read more
Year 8 Media Club launched on Zoom today, when the team planned their video entries to the ISA Film & Digital Art Competition, along with an Into Film competition on... Read more
EYFS have been looking at letter writing this week. As we have not seen each other for so long each girl was allocated a friend to write to. Here is... Read more
EYFS have been looking at letter writing this week. As we have not seen each other for so long each girl was allocated a friend to write to. Here is... Read more
Year 9s are exploring the techniques used to make a speech have impact in the lead up to the Spoken Language element of their GCSE. Who would have known the... Read more
Year 9s are exploring the techniques used to make a speech have impact in the lead up to the Spoken Language element of their GCSE. Who would have known the... Read more
Fabulous staff games night hosted today by Mrs Deadman - the items passed along the conveyor belt for the Generation Game round was a particular highlight. Great fun had by... Read more
Fabulous staff games night hosted today by Mrs Deadman - the items passed along the conveyor belt for the Generation Game round was a particular highlight. Great fun had by... Read more
On Thank a Teacher Day we wanted to share some of the lovely feedback we've had from parents ?
On Thank a Teacher Day we wanted to share some of the lovely feedback we've had from parents ?
Over the weekend Chloe, Y7, completed this periodic table puzzle, and her aim by the end of lockdown is to have learnt the whole of the periodic table. She has... Read more
Over the weekend Chloe, Y7, completed this periodic table puzzle, and her aim by the end of lockdown is to have learnt the whole of the periodic table. She has... Read more
Who's had a go at Fitness Monopoly? And have you roped your families in...?!
Who's had a go at Fitness Monopoly? And have you roped your families in...?!
Tomorrow is Thank a Teacher Day- follow the link to see how! https://thankateacher.co.uk
Tomorrow is Thank a Teacher Day- follow the link to see how! https://thankateacher.co.uk
Year 11 and 13 spent their last Food and Nutrition lessons celebrating their amazing skills. The themes were baking during lockdown, ‘Fakeaway’ meals and meals for Uni. Amazing results, well... Read more
Year 11 and 13 spent their last Food and Nutrition lessons celebrating their amazing skills. The themes were baking during lockdown, ‘Fakeaway’ meals and meals for Uni. Amazing results, well... Read more
(2/2) A fun fact: In my community, I co-teach Punjabi to Year 1s at Sunday school. My daughter Ramneet, who also attends St Mary's is also one of my students!... Read more
(1/2) We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs Chahal! Name: Harvi Chahal Job title: Office Manager I started at... Read more
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs Chahal! Name: Harvi Chahal Job title: Office Manager I started at SMS:... Read more
Year 1’s word of the week is “peculiar” so the girls had to come to form time dressed in something peculiar this morning! Brilliant job, girls! ? #smsspirit
Year 1’s word of the week is “peculiar” so the girls had to come to form time dressed in something peculiar this morning! Brilliant job, girls! ? #smsspirit
Year 7 and 8! Mrs Williams’ Media Club is on! Y7 on Mondays at 1.30pm and Y8 on Thursdays at 1.30pm. Just click on the Media Club Firefly Page https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/enrichment/sh-clubs/media-club.... Read more
Year 7 and 8! Mrs Williams’ Media Club is on! Y7 on Mondays at 1.30pm and Y8 on Thursdays at 1.30pm. Just click on the Media Club Firefly Page https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/enrichment/sh-clubs/media-club.... Read more
Additional information has been added on the parents support page on firefly. There is a help tool for controlling screen time, and some resources to support anxiety and resilience alongside... Read more
Scarlett-Tom Kitten working on a word search! ?
Scarlett-Tom Kitten working on a word search! ?
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and we are asking students to perform Random Acts of Kindness throughout the week. Please share your Acts and tag us here or... Read more
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and we are raising awareness by asking students to perform Random Acts of Kindness throughout the week. Please share your Acts and tag... Read more
Good morning, please follow the link for Mindful Monday well being activities ? https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/parental-guide-for-home-learning/supporting-wellbeing/wellbeing-activities
Lily, Year 5, planting strawberry seeds during golden time ???
Year 3 had bring a teddy to Form Time this morning! ??
Year 3 had bring a teddy to Form Time this morning! ??
Mrs Brereton set Year 3 another toilet roll challenge. Harleen made a fantastic attempt with her Hogwarts. She also made Hagrid’s hut and a small broomstick ? Last night Harleen... Read more
Year 4 had Fancy Dress Friday in form time today to celebrate the end of the week!
Year 4 had Fancy Dress Friday in form time today to celebrate the end of the week!
Here is Ramneet, Year 1, exploring her garden as Tom Kitten. Year 1 were asked to use their senses to describe their surroundings, just like Tom Kitten would have done... Read more
Here is Ramneet, Year 1, exploring her garden as Tom Kitten. Year 1 were asked to use their senses to describe their surroundings, just like Tom Kitten would have done... Read more
Nursery and Reception had a brief introduction to Florence Nightingale to celebrate her 200th birthday. They were then set some challenges and produced some amazing work! Look out in tomorrow’s... Read more
This morning Year 3 had a colour scavenger hunt in form time!
Lovely idea here about "sharing smiles" - details are in the pictures. You can post them or upload here: https://form.jotform.com/201302938865357 All messages must be received by 31 May 2020!
Nursery and Reception had a brief introduction to Florence Nightingale to celebrate her 200th birthday! They were then set some challenges, here is Nikita’s video! https://t.co/Rb848FWzmj
Nursery and Reception had a brief introduction to Florence Nightingale to celebrate her 200th birthday! They were then set some challenges, here is Nikita’s video!
Thank you to Mrs Smith for this photo. She’s been been watching it bloom over the weeks when she has been in school for the key worker rota. It’s so... Read more
Thank you to Mrs Smith for this photo. She’s been been watching it bloom over the weeks when she has been in school for the key worker rota. It’s so... Read more
6C wore their 'silly hats' to Form Time this morning before enjoying a scavanger hunt to wake them all up! A fun way to start the day!
6C wore their 'silly hats' to Form Time this morning before enjoying a scavanger hunt to wake them all up! A fun way to start the day!
Getting to know… Mrs Williams! Job title: Assistant Head of Sixth Form, Head of Media Studies, Teacher of English I started at SMS: September 2010 My favourite thing about SMS... Read more
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs Williams! Name: Helen Williams Job title: Assistant Head of Sixth Form, Head... Read more
A great opportunity here to see how live lessons look. Mrs McNally's Y8 students are writing their reponses to The Hunger Games, focussing on some of the conventions/features from 'The... Read more
A great opportunity here to see how live lessons look. Mrs McNally's Year 8 students are writing their reponses to The Hunger Games. This week they focussed on some of... Read more
The Year 1 girls had to make a flower in Art, they could use any medium they liked. Sophia combined her Art lesson with her Science lesson and explained things... Read more
The Year 1 girls had to make a flower in Art, they could use any medium they liked. Sophia combined her Art lesson with her Science lesson and explained things... Read more
This morning, Y6 were lucky enough to meet Dr Barnardo and Jim Jarvis in their English lesson, as they research the opening of The First Home for Boys in 1870... Read more
This morning, Year 6 were lucky enough to meet Dr Barnardo and Jim Jarvis in their English lesson. Year 6 are researching the opening of The First Home for Boys... Read more
Lilly baked two cakes for VE Day. She also surprised her neighbour that is isolating with a birthday cake for her 72nd Birthday ?
Lilly baked two cakes for VE Day. She also surprised her neighbour that is isolating with a birthday cake for her 72nd Birthday ?
VE Day was also Marina's Nana's 81st birthday. Marina and her family really got into the spirit of thing and instead of pin the tail on the donkey, they had... Read more
Amazing, Mathilda! The neighbours also used the opportunity to raise money for Cancer Research and so far they have raised just under £4000 – https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/firsestate
On VE Day Mathilda, Reception, was part of the ‘Firs Estate’ (Socially distanced) marathon in Gerrards cross. 26 households completed 1 mile – to make up the 26 mile route... Read more
Year 1 are learning about plants in Science and one of their challenges was to find their favourite plant in their garden and tell Miss Connell all about it. Scarlett... Read more
Year 1 are learning about plants in Science and one of their challenges was to find their favourite plant in their garden and tell Miss Connell all about it. Scarlett... Read more
Jessie, Year 7, made her family a delicious Fruit Salad today for her F&N lesson, she is becoming a brilliant help in the kitchen and specialises in Cookie Dough ?
Jessie, Year 7, made her family a delicious Fruit Salad today for her F&N lesson, she is becoming a brilliant help in the kitchen and specialises in Cookie Dough ?
These St Mary’s girls have been smashing their @StMarysGXSports PE Challenge- spelling out their names or even words like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious using the alphabet given to them, ie: A = 40... Read more
These St Mary’s girls have been smashing their PE Challenge- spelling out their names or even words like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious using the alphabet given to them, ie: A = 40 knee... Read more
Holly-Mae, Y9, has been busy! She enjoyed VE DAY celebrations at the weekend, and bike rides during Golden Time. She made masks that went to local hospitals. She also rescued... Read more
The Mindful Monday task today is Chair Sun Salutations.Use these to stretch muscles, mobilise joints and help with posture when sitting for longs times at a desk. https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/parental-guide-for-home-learning/supporting-wellbeing/wellbeing-activities
These look delicious! ???? https://twitter.com/callkellrae/status/1259052486041784321
?Simran (Year 10) and Sofia (Year 7) organised a VE Day Afternoon Tea for their mum- it was so lovely! Cucumber sandwiches and fairy cakes made! ????
Simran (Year 10) and Sofia (Year 7) organised a VE Day Afternoon Tea for their mum- it was so lovely! Cucumber sandwiches and fairy cakes made! ???
Alessia, Year 6, celebrating VE Day in the sunshine with family and one of her cats Gizmo! ???
Alessia, Year 6, celebrating VE Day in the sunshine with family and one of her cats Gizmo! ???
Varonica’s amazing VE Day cake! ???
Varonica’s amazing VE Day cake! ???
Lily and Lucy in Year 5 have enjoyed VE Day! Lily had a delicious cream tea picnic, and Lucy made some brilliant bunting using some pictures of her Great Grandad... Read more
Harleen’s also made a Union Jack cake and decorated a plate ??? Brilliant work, Harleen!
Another brilliant cake by Aleksandra!
Nirvaiya and her St Mary’s bear enjoyed their picnic, and so did Jayna who had a great time at her picnic in the sunshine with cheese and cucumber sandwiches!
Gabby and Georgie had fun baking and decorating their VE day cake, and even more fun eating it! ??? That’s #smsspirit ?
Bo in Year 3 and Harper in Reception made bunting and decorated a cake for VE Day! ???
Senior House Quiz! Click the link for more info! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/945543985901770/
The St Mary’s Senior House teachers are pleased to share their new quiz with you! It’s just for fun - have a go and let us know how you get... Read more
Another brilliant and tasty looking cake from Ava, Year 6!
Ava's brilliant VE Day poster!?
Well done everyone! ? We’ll meet again... ???? #smsspirit
Well done everyone! ? We’ll meet again... ???? #smsspirit
Numbers are growing for the singalong! ????
Numbers are growing for the singalong! ????
Here is Marina with her cake which she has made for her Nana’s 81st birthday on the 8th May! It’s great as her Nana remembers the celebrations as a young... Read more
More incredible VE Day creations! Savannah in Year 7 made an amazing cake, and Zara in Year 6 made this brilliant biscuits! ?
More incredible VE Day creations! Jasmine in Year 7 made an amazing cake, and Zara in Year 6 made this brilliant biscuits! ?
Well done to Imogen has wholly embraced the activities this week; reciting a VE day poem, doing the Lindy Hop, a poster, bunting and this amazing cake! ?
Well done to Imogen has wholly embraced the activities this week; reciting a VE day poem, doing the Lindy Hop, a poster, bunting and this amazing cake! ?
Harleen's been doing lots of VE Day colouring, made a headband and some bunting. She even painted her nails red and blue to get into the spirit. Harleen's sharing a... Read more
Alessia’s brilliant VE Day bunting and cake! ???
Alessia’s brilliant VE Day bunting and cake! ???
Darcey, Year 6, made a VE celebration cake today in Golden Time! Yum! ???
In their Forest School session Mrs Smith asked the girls to play “123 where are you” with their parents. A game where you hide and use your voices to find... Read more
In their Forest School session Mrs Smith asked the girls to play “123 where are you” with their parents. A game where you hide and use your voices to find... Read more
Year 5 and Miss Radburn enjoyed "hectic hair" today for their Wacky Wednesday Form Time!
Year 5 and Miss Radburn enjoyed "hectic hair" today for their Wacky Wednesday Form Time!
Willow, Year 7, has been creative in the garden and in the kitchen! ??
St Mary’s staff are finding ways to keep busy too! Mrs Szczerbiak and her partner send each other song clues when they’re out for their separate walk- can you guess... Read more
Evie has been baking today. Here is her VE Day inspired cake! ???
Evie has been baking today. Here is her VE Day inspired cake! ???
Imogen, Year 6, doing her netball training after school in the garden!
Here is Zara, Year 1, designing and painting a mug for VE Day during her golden time yesterday! ???
Lily and her gorgeous pup enjoying some sunshine and fresh air this lunchtime!
Lily and her gorgeous pup enjoying some sunshine and fresh air this lunchtime!
Mrs Brain's Year 8 English class worked really hard this morning exploring all things dystopian! In the next few weeks they shall be utilising their knowledge into creating Dystopian Movie... Read more
Mrs Brain's Year 8 English class worked really hard this morning exploring all things dystopian! In the next few weeks they shall be utilising their knowledge into creating Dystopian Movie... Read more
Sofia in Year 7 made some fabulous bunting and delicious rock cakes for VE Day!
Sofia in Year 7 made some fabulous bunting and delicious rock cakes for VE Day!
Meanwhile at St Mary's... Joe Wicks workout with Mrs Dimmock!
Meanwhile at St Mary's... Joe Wicks workout with Mrs Dimmock!
It's a beautiful day! Please send in your photos and videos of your St Mary's girls and whatever they're up to whether it's work or play, to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk #smsspirit ???
It's a beautiful day! Please send in your photos and videos of your St Mary's girls and whatever they're up to whether it's work or play, to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk #smsspirit ???
Mrs Williams' Year 12 A Level Media Studies class have been doing an online course in Adobe Photoshop. This was Roop’s amazing work last lesson.
Mrs Williams' Year 12 A Level Media Studies class have been doing an online course in Adobe Photoshop. This was Roop’s amazing work last lesson.
Well done to Hannah, Year 8, who rows for Marlow Rowing Club and competed in a virtual regatta for the club on Sunday! @StMarysGXSports
Hooray here are all your brilliant Feel Good Friday videos in one! https://youtu.be/HpyPmzHYEwo
Hooray here are all your brilliant Feel Good Friday videos in one! https://youtu.be/HpyPmzHYEwo For this week of homelearning, St Mary's left their screens and got sporty!
Getting to know… Miss Sweeney! Job title: 4 Class Teacher, Prep Humanities Coordinator and Teacher in Charge of Prep Enrichment and Co-Curricular I started at SMS: 2015 My favourite thing... Read more
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Miss Sweeney! Name: Miss Sweeney Job title: 4 Class Teacher, Prep Humanities Coordinator... Read more
Year 8 have been designing and making dresses using newspaper! The girls made sketches of their ideas and then constructed their dress, large or small, depending on the resources they... Read more
Year 8 have been designing and making dresses using newspaper! The girls made sketches of their ideas and then constructed their dress, large or small, depending on the resources they... Read more
(2/2) Mrs Burton managed to take the egg home when school closed and, over the weekend, the egg finally hatched. Inside was this adorable and very friendly baby dragon! Y4... Read more
(1/2) Y4 were given some very exciting news this morning when Mrs Burton announced the arrival of their baby dragon! Year 4 discovered a dragon egg on the ground of... Read more
Mandala colouring for Mindful Monday today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLInu15MnVs&feature=youtu.be
Mandala colouring for Mindful Monday today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLInu15MnVs&feature=youtu.be
A lovely idea sent in by a student, try out this kindness calendar!
A lovely idea sent in by a student, try out this kindness calendar!
?This weeks Feel Good Friday challenge was to show us a video of your sports skills and link them with the rest of the school.? ?It's great to see people... Read more
This weeks Feel Good Friday challenge was to show us a video of your sports skills and link them with the rest of the school. It's great to see people... Read more
In Science with Mrs Brereton, Harleen has been learning about magnets ?. She made a magnetic maze for her bunny to get to the eggs. Brilliant work, Harleen! https://t.co/OkHGMqxXrO
In Science with Mrs Brereton, Harleen has been learning about magnets ?. She made a magnetic maze for her bunny to get to the eggs. Brilliant work, Harleen!
Thank you Mrs Barker for this brilliant photo ?? #smsspirit
Tabitha's brilliant French lesson with her daddy, what an accent! https://www.facebook.com/217598038273153/videos/3772173472824973/
Tabitha had a brilliantly fun French lesson with her daddy, what an amazing accent, Tabitha! Mrs Hounsell will be so proud!
Eden in Miss Radburn’s ‘furry friends Friday’! ??
Eden in Miss Radburn’s ‘furry friends Friday’! ??
For Feelgood Friday, Mrs Williams' Year 11 English class took part in a Disney Scavenger Hunt. They had to solve many riddles to find the items to pack into their... Read more
Check out these incredible entries for Miss Sweeney's toilet roll book character competition! https://www.facebook.com/217598038273153/videos/732351047302082/
Look at all these wonderful entries!
Year 9 PE scavenger hunt - lots of fun had!
Year 9 PE scavenger hunt - lots of fun had!
?Eleanor in Reception has been writing instructions on how to make some of her favourite snacks! ???
Eleanor in Reception has been writing instructions on how to make some of her favourite snacks! ?? https://t.co/pxw3q8BbZu
Gabby in Year 2 has also done a science experiment, turning cooking oil into solid. She was very pleased to see that freezing the oil overnight turns it into solid.... Read more
In Science this week Year 3 have been investigating magnets and their properties. Lara created a game using a magnet, well done, Lara! https://t.co/3W7Bp5ePcr
In Science this week Year 3 have been investigating magnets and their properties. Lara created a game using a magnet, well done, Lara!
Getting to know... Mrs Jobson! Job: Geography Started at St Mary's Sept 2019 Favourite things - the sense of family and community in the school, it's such a lovely place... Read more
PSHCE activities for Year 8 this week have focused on the character strengths of creativity, kindness and love. Lots of the girls chose the creative activity of making paper flowers... Read more
Lucy took the keepy uppy challenge set as a PE task and got to 208! Wow, Lucy!
Lucy took the keepy uppy challenge set as a PE task and got to 208! Wow, Lucy!
Y2 started their new book last week, 'Giant' by Colin McNaughton and thought this week about speech marks and identifying the spoken words. They had to think about what the... Read more
Year 2 started their new book last week in English called 'Giant' by Colin McNaughton and thought this week about speech marks and identifying the spoken words. They had to... Read more
Design your own super-bear with all proceeds going to the NHS! Click the link and scroll down for details ? https://www.johnlewis.com/content/your-partners-through-it-all/feel-good-friday
Design your own super-bear with all proceeds going to the NHS! Click the link and scroll down for more information ? https://www.johnlewis.com/content/your-partners-through-it-all/feel-good-friday
?Ramneet and Year 1 reading with Miss Connell??
Ramneet and Year 1 reading with Miss Connell?
Riya has been busy using her golden time to make something new out of items she has in the house. Here she has a watermelon pencil pot she made from... Read more
Riya has been busy using her golden time to make something new out of items she has in the house. Here she has a watermelon pencil pot she made from... Read more
Here's Lily enjoying a stroll and finding rabbit holes in a field of bluebells!
Harleen’s been a busy bee making a birthday card for Captain Tom Moore ?. She has been really inspired by him. Such a lovely idea, Harleen!
Please keep sending in your wonderful photos and news to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk We love seeing what your girls are up to!
Please keep sending in your wonderful photos and news to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk We love seeing what your girls are up to!
6C enjoyed showing each other their silly socks during form time today!
6C enjoyed showing each other their silly socks during form time today!
A great competition for all our linguists! https://twitter.com/StephenSpender/status/1255156223848169472
Our amazing Early Years parents got a movement together and donated items for care packages for the NHS staff at Wexham hospital (face creams hand creams etc - as PPE... Read more
You can see Minnie's whole brilliant Beatrix Potter presentation here! https://www.facebook.com/217598038273153/videos/548748519393048/
These Y1 girls are something else! This is Minnie completing her Beatrix Potter challenge and she is accompanied by her little sister Nancy who is in Nursery. Minnie quite rightly... Read more
These Year 1 girls are something else! This is Minnie completing her Beatrix Potter challenge and she is accompanied by her little sister Nancy who is in Nursery. Minnie quite... Read more
Sophia has drawn a great picture of the bog baby on this very rainy afternoon!
Sophia has drawn a great picture of the bog baby on this very rainy afternoon!
An interactive creative writing task on The Giant's Game for Year 7 with Mrs McNally today.
Harleen had a quick science lesson whilst making a pizza from scratch. She discussed how yeast is an organism and how it helps the dough rise. She also enjoyed choosing... Read more
Mia enjoying herself on the trampoline during PE! Apparently the Santa hat helps with flips! #smsspirit ? https://t.co/zJY7g5tSOd
Mia enjoying herself on the trampoline during PE! Apparently the Santa hat helps with flips! #smsspirit ?
Well done to Year 1 for all their hard work so far this week. Here's Scarlett who got 10/10 on her spellings yesterday using the 'or' and 'ore' phonics sounds,... Read more
Make a mug, make a difference campaign is a competition for young people to design a mug that celebrates the NHS. The winning mugs will then be produced by Royal... Read more
Make a mug, make a difference campaign This is a competition for young people to design a mug that celebrates the NHS. The winning mugs will then be produced by... Read more
Early years have been reading the story ‘Bog Baby’. Miss Rose was considering going to find her own pet ‘Bog Baby’ and asked the girls in EYFS if they thought... Read more
Early years have been reading the story ‘Bog Baby’. Miss Rose was considering going to find her own pet ‘Bog Baby’ and asked the girls in EYFS if they thought... Read more
This looks amazing Sofia!! https://twitter.com/sukhysamani/status/1254818959104380929
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs Smith! Name: Mrs Smith Job title: Early Years TA and Forest School... Read more
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! Next up… Mrs Smith! Name: Mrs Smith Job title: Early Years TA and Forest School... Read more
Feel Good Friday has a sporting theme this week! Follow this link to the blog for information on what to include, and where to send your video this week. We... Read more
?A special birthday for Mrs Kelly today and an Admin happy birthday singalong ? ?
A special birthday for Mrs Kelly today and an Admin happy birthday singalong ?
Another brilliantly confident Beatrix Potter presentation from one of Miss Connell's Year 1 superstars! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/videos/227513525197954/
A brilliantly confident Beatrix Potter presentation from another of Miss Connell’s Year 1 superstars!
Mindful Monday has now been launched. For weekly videos of mindfulness tasks follow the link to this page https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/parental-guide-for-home-learning/supporting-wellbeing/wellbeing-activities
Mindful Monday has now been launched. For weekly videos of mindfulness tasks follow the link to this page https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/parental-guide-for-home-learning/supporting-wellbeing/wellbeing-activities
Ruby, Year 8, takes her exercise in the form of trampolining, ballet dancing and taking 3 mile walks during PE lessons or lunch times with Daisy, the family greyhound. They... Read more
Thank you to Mrs Chahal for these lovely photos of our lovely school ??
At the end of a busy first week back it has been a delight to see all of the Greatest Golden Time challenges you have been completing to enjoy your... Read more
This is Lara, Y1. She has completed her English challenge and created a presentation and a video all about Beatrix Potter. She has presented her facts beautifully in a PowerPoint.... Read more
Mr Haydn-Slater and his form had an online fancy dress quiz after school today! Points were given for the best costume and the best background. Year 10 really enjoyed it!... Read more
This is Lara, Year 1. She has completed her English challenge and created a presentation and a video all about Beatrix Potter. Not only has she listened very carefully to... Read more
Successful scavenger hunt with Year 11! Well done to Faye who was the winner!
Thank you for your brilliant Feel Good Friday- Golden Time Challenge entries!
Here is Camille and Rosie recreating famous Disney scenes in their Drama lesson. Can you see the resemblance?
Here is Camille and Rosie recreating famous Disney scenes in their Drama lesson. Can you see the resemblance?
Tabitha is excited to post her amazing art work and to ‘mail a hug’ for her ‘nana and bumpy’ today ? What a brilliant idea, Tabitha!
Here is Vienna performing for a dance competition for her ballet school - The Susan Handy School of Dancing. Vienna learnt the steps in just three days; she had to... Read more
Maia (Y7) enjoying a spot of exercise and a breath of fresh evening air , after the first day of home schooling (yesterday) ?
Maia (Y7) enjoying a spot of exercise and a breath of fresh evening air , after the first day of home schooling (yesterday) ?
?Abbie in Y11 is making us feel hungry with her cake pops!? ?
Abbie in Y11 is making us feel hungry with her cake pops! ?
Vienna has been enjoying drawing and painting outside, and during the holidays, Vienna enjoyed her Easter Egg Hunt in the garden ??
Well done to Harleen for keeping up with current affairs. She came across Earth Day yesterday and did this lovely painting.
Well done to Harleen for keeping up with current affairs. She came across Earth Day yesterday and did this lovely painting.
Over in Year 5, Eden's had some help with her Science worksheet from her adorable new puppy, and Sofia worked really hard in her online PE lesson!
Don't forget Feel Good Friday challenge! https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/pshce/feelgood-friday/the-challenge-is-set
Don't forget Feel Good Friday challenge! https://stmarysgx.fireflycloud.net/pshce/feelgood-friday/the-challenge-is-set
In Music this term, Y9 are being introduced to BandLab which is a piece of Music software to create their own music. This video is of an MP3 of Year... Read more
In Music this term, Year 9 are being introduced to BandLab which is a piece of Music software to create their own music. At the moment they are following assignments... Read more
Zara made a robot during Golden time this week! She is now waiting for some empty toilet rolls to complete his body! Amazing work, Zara!
Ramneet started a fairy garden with real grass and here are the pictures of her maintaining her garden since the beginning of Easter, taking responsibility and looking after the grass... Read more
Beautiful rainbows by Harleen to show her support for the NHS ?
Beautiful rainbows by Harleen to show her support for the NHS ?
Here's Mia having fun with Miss Rose during her first online Maths lesson yesterday! #smsspirit
Here's Mia having fun with Miss Rose during her first online Maths lesson yesterday! #smsspirit
Lucia in Nursery is doing brilliantly with her homeschooling - well done, Lucia! #smsspirit
Well done Alvina, straight back into online learning! #smsspirit
Well done Alvina, straight back into online learning! #smsspirit
Here's Kimaya having a well-earned break after her live online PE lesson yesterday!
Here's Kimaya having a well-earned break after her live online PE lesson yesterday!
Rebecca and Lucy made an NHS rainbow from the few chalks they had! Thank you NHS ?
Rebecca and Lucy made an NHS rainbow from the few chalks they had! Thank you NHS ?
EYFS have had a great first day of virtual remote learning. Lots of the girls have joined in Miss Rose’s maths lesson and completed their Tuesday Tangram challenge!
Ava, Year 7, has found passion for gardening! She made her own raised bed and is waiting for her seeds to grow! Brilliant, Ava! #smsspirit
"Pulling down the Clouds" - An effective breath and movement practice to encourage children to take some time out (and some deep breaths!) when things get tense, from children's emotional... Read more
"Pulling down the Clouds" - An effective breath and movement practice to encourage children to take some time out (and some deep breaths!) when things get tense, from children's emotional... Read more
?Rosie is enjoying learning from home and seeing her friends! #smsspirit ?
Rosie is enjoying learning from home and seeing her friends! #smsspirit
Miss Warburton's vicar challenged her to make an Easter garden, but as she doesn't have a garden she made one out of cake! Brilliant thinking outside the box, Miss Warburton... Read more
Miss Warburton's vicar challenged her to make an Easter garden, but as she doesn't have a garden she made one out of cake! Brilliant thinking outside the box, Miss Warburton... Read more
Today in their English Reading Lesson with Mrs Williams, Year 8 used Padlet to share their comments on their reading books ?
Today in their English Reading Lesson with Mrs Williams, Year 8 used Padlet to share their comments on their reading books ?
Please continue to send your wonderful news and photos to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk Thank you!
Please continue to send your wonderful news and photos to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk Thank you!
?Welcome to Trinity term! ? #smsspirit?
Welcome to Trinity term ? #smsspirit
Brilliant, girls! https://twitter.com/StMarysScienceD/status/1252199095206281216
Young Minds video - from a child's perspective, what their parents can do to hep them, well worth a watch! https://www.linkedin.com/posts/youngminds_we-asked-young-people-how-can-your-parents-activity-6656132471635214336-nNP0
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/youngminds_we-asked-young-people-how-can-your-parents-activity-6656132471635214336-nNP0 We asked young people: 'How can your parents or carers support you through this pandemic?' This is what they told us.... 10 comments on LinkedIn
Free touch-type read & write accounts for NHS workers https://www.readandspell.com/nhs
Brilliant for staff to see each other this morning in our zoom meeting to discuss Trinity term!
Brilliant for staff to see each other this morning in our zoom meeting to discuss Trinity term!
Well done to Lucy who completed a 5km run in the garden with her family. Amazing, Lucy! ?@StMarysGXPrep
Well done to Lucy who completed a 5km run in the garden with her family. Amazing, Lucy! ?
Please contact our Registrar, Mrs Szczerbiak on registrar@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk if you’d like to discuss a Reception place for your daughter for September 2020.
Please contact our Registrar, Mrs Szczerbiak on registrar@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk if you’d like to discuss a Reception place for your daughter for September 2020.
Congratulations to Ella F in Year 8 who has got through to the second round of judging in @BBCRadio2 500 word story competition. There were 135,000 entries and she’s through... Read more
?Children’s emotional well-being coach Jenni Honeyben has created a series of wonderful videos for children during this unsettling time. Here’s a brilliant one about growing your own tomatoes - so... Read more
Children’s emotional well-being coach Jenni Honeyben has created a series of wonderful videos for children during this unsettling time. Here’s a brilliant one about growing your own tomatoes - so... Read more
Happy Easter ?? https://t.co/EoJ0nRAlx1
Happy Easter ??
How lovely, Holly! https://twitter.com/callkellrae/status/1246842236391829507
Our amazing @StMarysGXPrep teachers ? @GSAUK @ISC_schools @FamiliesChilter @bucks_herald @bucksfreepress “We’re all in this together” ? http://youtu.be/vpfQ8hOdJDM
Did you guess Mrs Smith’s story from the clues? ? Still available to watch here! https://youtu.be/Z2ejH0WRqlI
Did you guess Mrs Smith’s story from the clues? ? Still available to watch here! https://youtu.be/Z2ejH0WRqlI
A great way to end the term yesterday at St Mary's ?#forestschool #smsspirit
A great way to end the term yesterday at St Mary's ?#forestschool #smsspirit
You'll want your hanky handy for this one... our amazing @StMarysGXPrep teachers ? https://youtu.be/vpfQ8hOdJDM
You'll want your hanky handy for this one... our amazing Prep teachers ? https://youtu.be/vpfQ8hOdJDM Having been challenged by one of my pupils, I called upon some friends to help deliver... Read more
Amazing trenches cake made by Olivia, Year 9, inspired by her work on life in the trenches. Amazing! #smsspirit
Amazing trenches cake made by Olivia, Year 9, inspired by her work on life in the trenches. Amazing! #smsspirit
?Staff gathered on zoom at 1.30pm to sing the traditional St Mary’s dismissal song! Thank you Mrs Phillips and Mr Cox for organising and accompanying! ? #smsspirit ? ?
Staff gathered on zoom at 1.30pm to sing the traditional St Mary’s dismissal song! Thank you Mrs Phillips and Mr Cox for organising and accompanying! ? #smsspirit ?
Here is Leah with the cookies she baked for her Science experiment!
Sisters Eden, Year 5, and Savannah, Year 7, have been keeping busy this week! #smsspirit
Here’s Harleen with some Year 3 friends, logged on today to follow Mrs Hemsworth’s tutorial on firefly! Great work, girls! Harleen’s also making the most of the sunshine. She has... Read more
Vienna, Year 5, has been Kickboxing on Tuesdays Via online Zoom App, and cooking at home making cakes! Good work, Vienna! #smsspirit
Lily-May in Year 6 on her shared pony yesterday for PE after mucking out! #smsspirit
Lily-May in Year 6 on her shared pony yesterday for PE after mucking out! #smsspirit
Harleen did a science experiment looking at germs and the importance of washing and keeping our hands clean. She was amazed with the results! Excellent work, Harleen! @StMarysScienceD #smsspirit
Getting to know you...!! It's Miss Snaith! Name: Heidi Snaith Job title: Director of ICT and Systems Management I started at SMS in: September 2010 Full answers here! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/
Getting to know you...!! It's Miss Snaith! Name: Heidi Snaith Job title: Director of ICT and Systems Management I started at SMS in: September 2010 My favourite thing about SMS... Read more
Zoya with her Y7 F&N homework . Homemade chicken goujons - ‘These are so yummy’ Yum! ? #smsspirit
Oh wow those look delicious, Zoya! ? https://twitter.com/shazia2o/status/1244653518172151809
Virtual meeting for the girls of Year 2. It was so nice for the girls to reconnect! #smsspirit
Virtual meeting for the girls of Year 2. It was so nice for the girls to reconnect! #smsspirit
(2/2) Story time with Mrs Smith Here are some clues about the last story of the week: The main character is a badger He’s always hungry He finds an item... Read more
(1/2) Story time with Mrs Smith This week I will be recording three more stories so Keep a look out on my YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCefXhCZCC2B7HtzyFoYhDkg If there are any other... Read more
Story time with Mrs Smith This week I will be recording three more stories so Keep a look out on my YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCefXhCZCC2B7HtzyFoYhDkg If there are any other stories... Read more
Harleen, Y3, has been enjoying her time with her family, cooking/baking, arts & crafts, reading and enjoying the garden. Every night is movie night! Here she is today with Mrs... Read more
Harleen, Y3, has been enjoying her time with her family, cooking/baking, arts & crafts, reading and enjoying the garden. Every night is movie night! Here she is today with Mrs... Read more
Getting to know you....! Head over to facebook for Miss Connell's full answers! https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/ Name: Miss Connell Job title: Year 1 Teacher and Gymnastics Coach I started at SMS: at... Read more
Getting to know you....! Name: Miss Connell Job title: Year 1 Teacher and Gymnastics Coach I started at SMS: at Easter in 2014 My favourite thing about SMS is: the... Read more
Prep girls - look out for information from Miss Sweeney on an Easter Competition!
Here’s Scarlett enjoying story time with Mrs Smith on Friday! Please continue to send your wonderful photos and news this week to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk Thank you and have a wonderful week.
Here’s Scarlett enjoying story time with Mrs Smith on Friday! Please continue to send your wonderful photos and news this week to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk Thank you and have a wonderful week.
Here is Miss Heath on her evening run, taking inspiration from her Year 2 class. First week done and grateful to be safe. Thankful for all those doing everything to... Read more
Today in their Teams live lesson, Mrs Williams gave Year 12 Media students feedback on the blogs they have been working on for their coursework.
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Lessons with Mrs McNally today! @StMaryGXEnglish
This week, along with her studying, Alessia has had a Skype piano lesson, has done the Joe Wicks workout every morning, played badminton with her sister at break time and... Read more
Amber's enjoying painting this afternoon! #smsspirit
Amber's enjoying painting this afternoon! #smsspirit
A message from Mrs Carney: Keeping connected in these very strange times is so vital to our health and wellbeing! With this in mind, I have recorded a short video... Read more
A message from Mrs Carney: Keeping connected in these very strange times is so vital to our health and wellbeing! With this in mind, I have recorded a short video... Read more
English done. Maths done. Golden time this afternoon. Time for Elodie to check out for the weekend! Amazing work this week, Elodie! #smsspirit
Georgia O'Keeffe inspired Art lesson for Marina this morning! ? #smsspirit
Georgia O'Keeffe inspired Art lesson for Marina this morning! ? #smsspirit
Thank you so much for all the amazing photos and videos you have sent in this week - please keep it up! And how better to start the day than... Read more
Thank you so much for all the amazing photos and videos you have sent in this week - please keep it up! And how better to start the day than... Read more
Mrs Phillips in Mission Control! ??
Mrs Phillips in Mission Control! ?? @StMarysExpArts
Fantastic moves from Amelie, Year 7, during her PE lesson at home! #smsspirit @StMarysGXSports https://t.co/5ldO2O9uPw
Élodie practising mindfulness in the garden! #smsspirit
Élodie practising mindfulness in the garden! #smsspirit
Head over to our facebook page for an incredible Swing Band video with a timely message! @StMarysExpArts https://www.facebook.com/smsgx/
Incredible Swing Band and an important and timely message!
Ramneet’s off to a flying start this morning with her dad and Joe Wicks, a great way to start the day! #smsspirit
Ramneet’s off to a flying start this morning with her dad and Joe Wicks, a great way to start the day! #smsspirit
Well done Lucia that’s amazing! @StMarysGXPrep https://twitter.com/tarynscaravaca/status/1242931223938379778
?Chloe having a skype piano lesson with Mrs Wheeler ? #smsspirit ?
Chloe having a skype piano lesson with Mrs Wheeler ? #smsspirit
Safa, Year 5, has had a busy day and is now having a ride in the garden to keep herself active and enjoy in the sunshine #smsspirit
Safa, Year 5, has had a busy day and is now having a ride in the garden to keep herself active and enjoy in the sunshine #smsspirit
Years 7, 11, 12 & 13 have been set a PSHCE task - a 10 minute daily Golden Time Challenge (details are accessible for all year groups in the Your... Read more
Y7, 11, 12 & 13 have been set a PSHCE task - a 10 min daily Golden Time Challenge (details are accessible for all year groups on Firefly) So Mrs... Read more
Mrs Smith is doing story time! After a full day of homeschooling, Elodie loved listening to a lovely story. Amazing idea Mrs Smith, keep it up! ?
Harleen had her first Skype piano lesson with Miss Stokes and it went really well. Miss Stokes’ delivery was brilliant! #smsspirt
Harleen had her first Skype piano lesson with Miss Stokes and it went really well. Miss Stokes’ delivery was brilliant! @StMarysExpArts #smsspirit
A moment in Mrs Williams's household today: Mr Haydn-Slater teaching an online lesson; Lawrence taking a break from uni work; Emma doing an online French lesson with her classmates; Chiara... Read more
A moment in Mrs Williams's household today: Mr Haydn-Slater teaching an online lesson; Lawrence taking a break from uni work; Emma doing an online French lesson with classmates; Chiara and... Read more
Miss Rose still going strong with her daily Joe Wicks PE lesson!
Miss Rose still going strong with her daily Joe Wicks PE lesson!
Yesterday Lucy worked hard on maths and Humanities and then it was time for a bit of cooking and swimming! Fabulous photos! #smsspirit
Here are some pictures of Sofia’s day! She was busy in the morning doing some school work. In the afternoon she enjoyed doing PE following the Joe Wicks youtube video,... Read more
Mrs Williams' household on a much appreciated breath of fresh air at the end of a day of learning online!
Mrs Williams' household on a much appreciated breath of fresh air at the end of a day of learning online!
Fabulous picture of Cayelin enjoying some outside time with her dad and brother after a day of homeschooling and dad working from home. Mum says; If it wasn’t for lockdown,... Read more
Fab pic of Cayelin enjoying some outside time with her dad and brother after a day of homeschooling and dad working from home. Mum says; If it wasn’t for lockdown,... Read more
?Lily’s still not feeling to well, but managed a short walk for her PE lesson today ?? #smsspirit ?
Lily’s still not feeling to well, but managed a short walk for her PE lesson today ?? #smsspirit
Katherine enjoyed an hour long bike ride yesterday evening after her first day of remote learning! Well done, Katherine! #smsspirit
Katherine enjoyed an hour long bike ride yesterday evening after her first day of remote learning! Well done, Katherine! #smsspirit
Year 7 and 8 were tasked with making miniature books today - look at these! #smsspirit
Diya made the most of the sunshine today and made an amazing solar-powered car! Here it is in action... #smsspirit https://t.co/Mte0mloq8T
Mrs Smith tried yoga for the first time today! She loved it and will definitely be adding it to her daily routine!
Diya made excellent use of the sun today and made solar powered car! Wow! Videos to follow... #smsspirit
Rounders proved less successful than rugby for her Cara and her teammates! #smsspirit @StMarysGXSports
Rounders proved less successful than rugby for her Cara and her teammates! #smsspirit
She couldn't get on Firefly but that didn't stop Darcey from doing her Science lesson - she classified all the animals she found in her back garden. Great fun in... Read more
Thank you for the amazing photos that have been sent today! Here's Leah enjoying some time doing light exercise on a family walk, with the beautiful tree she discovered. Stunning!
Thank you for the amazing photos that have been sent today! Here's Leah enjoying some time doing light exercise on a family walk, with the beautiful tree she discovered. Stunning!
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! First up… Mr Dodd! Name: James Dodd Job title: Assistant Head I started at SMS... Read more
Name: James Dodd Job title: Assistant Head I started at SMS in: 2014 My favourite thing about SMS is: Seeing the students have fun on trips or playing sport A... Read more
We thought now might be a good time to get to know our staff better! First up… Mr Dodd!
?Mrs Williams had a reading lesson with Year 8 on Teams, and here are the books they were reading today!?
Mrs Williams had a reading lesson with Year 8 on Teams, and here are the books they were reading today!
Free audio stories from David Walliams!
Free audio stories from David Walliams!
?Miss Warburton’s not letting these strange times mess with her meat-free Mondays! Egg sandwich for lunch and a vegetable pasta for tea ???
Miss Warburton’s not letting these strange time mess with her meat-free Mondays! Egg sandwich for lunch and a vegetable pasta for tea ??
Day 1 of homeschooling for Marina and she was on sum dog at 7.45am- long may it continue! PE today was 30 minutes of gardening in the sunshine. Keep it... Read more
Day 1 of homeschooling for Marina and she was on sum dog at 7.45am- long may it continue! PE today was 30 minutes of gardening in the sunshine. Keep it... Read more
?Cara was playing rugby in her Y11 PE lesson today as per instruction, but her two team opponents didn’t understand fair play! ??? #smsspirit ?
Cara was playing rugby in her Y11 PE lesson today as per instruction, but her two team opponents didn’t understand fair play! ??? #smsspirit @StMarysGXSports
Hermione's enjoyed her first day of home-school with daddy! #smsspirit
Hermione's enjoying her first day of home-school with daddy! #smsspirit
Gabby and Georgie have had a very active first day of home-schooling! Here they are learning French using Linguascope, and doing PE in the sunshine to start the day! Brilliant,... Read more
GCSE PE for Maddi and she’s getting some netball practice in! @StMarysGXSports #smsspirit https://t.co/oSHOiZO1UI
Mrs Taylor and her son Tristan have been busy making rainbows and cards which they have been delivering to all of our neighbours (most of whom are elderly) - they... Read more
Teachers are sharing their days, too! Here’s what lunch break looks like for Mrs Williams and family!
Over the weekend Lilia had fun with some Lego constructing and made Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Express. This morning Lilia and Jasmine have been busy doing some English with St Mary’s... Read more
Elodie's started off the day with Joe Wicks and now onto French! You're an inspiration, Elodie! Don't forget to send your photos and activities to cpanayiotou@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk #smsspirit
Yes go girls! So important to keep moving! https://twitter.com/dinadonut/status/1242038937343975427
Jessie and Scarlett Finn having their PE lesson in the sunshine with Joe Wicks this morning #smsspirit
Jessie and Scarlett having their PE lesson in the sunshine with Joe Wicks this morning ?? #smsspirit
Brilliant idea, well done girls! https://twitter.com/dinadonut/status/1241783635717558274
A healthy mind in a healthy body! New 3k daily routine for Elodie. Amazing! @StMarysGXPrep #smsspirit
A healthy mind in a healthy body! New 3k daily routine for Elodie. Amazing! #smsspirit
Harleen’s been getting some exercise whilst riding her bike on this wonderful sunny day! Keep it up, Harleen! Huge thanks to mum for sharing #smsspirit ?
Harleen’s been getting some exercise whilst riding her bike on this wonderful sunny day! Keep it up, Harleen! Huge thanks to mum for sharing #smsspirit ?
Free yoga until 1st April- brilliant for mind and body. Dear Down Dog Community, Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, many people are avoiding gathering in large groups, including at yoga... Read more
(2/2) It might be your daughter in her onesie at her laptop, or maybe you’ve taken some learning into the garden “Forest School” style. Please tag the school, whether it’s... Read more
(1/2) St Mary’s the building may be closing, but St Mary’s School is carrying on in our true spirited style! We would absolutely love it if you could share your... Read more
St Mary’s the building may be closing, but St Mary’s School is carrying on in our true spirited style! We would absolutely love it if you could share your learning... Read more
This morning, at 8.50am, you could quite possibly hear across the whole of South Bucks... A Million Dreams..! Windows and doors were opened and music rang out across the school.... Read more
This morning, at 8.50am, you could quite possibly hear across the whole of South Bucks... A Million Dreams..! We didn't gather together of course, but the windows and doors were... Read more
Our amazing Prep girls have made beautiful cards with lovely messages for the Swarthmore House residents, to be delivered soon!
Our amazing @StMarysGXPrep girls have made beautiful cards with lovely messages for the Swarthmore House residents, to be delivered soon!
There has been joyous singing throughout the school this morning (more on that in a bit!) and Year 11 have taken the opportunity to sign each other's shirts ?
Year 1 and 2 went on an Egg Hunt this morning... even the rain couldn't dampen their spirits! Huge thanks to the SMA for providing all these eggs, something for... Read more
Year 11 are rapping and keeping spirits up! “We love you SMS - you really are the best!”
Year 11 are rapping and keeping spirits up! “We love you SMS - you really are the best!” https://t.co/IRJ2lRhO3I
Year 4 were due to give their class assembly all about Anglo Saxons this morning. They couldn’t perform it and due to absence, couldn’t film the script BUT they did... Read more
Year 4 were due to give their class assembly all about Anglo Saxons this morning. They couldn’t perform it and due to absence, couldn’t film the script BUT they did... Read more
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As Year 7 Enterprise Day continues, the girls are now designing their own reusable water bottles.
As Year 7 Enterprise Day continues, the girls are now designing their own reusable water bottles.
The Year 7 Enterprise Day is well under way with ideas aplenty! The environment is featuring heavily with our young entrepreneurs with ideas to cut plastic use and #ReduceReuseRecycle
We are refusing to let #COVID19 dampen spirits this morning as the girls are singing in their forms in lieu of assembly. The uplifting sounds of 'Count on Me', 'You've... Read more
Despite the Spring Concert being cancelled, rehearsals are still continuing albeit with reduced numbers. All rehearsals this week are being recorded. Clarinet Choir have worked so hard and are making... Read more
Despite the Spring Concert being cancelled, rehearsals are still continuing albeit with reduced numbers. Rehearsals this week are being recorded. Clarinet Choir have worked so hard and are making a... Read more
What an exciting discovery for Year 4 today! They heard that a dragon had abandoned a dragon’s egg in the Prep playground. Year 4 took it in to care for... Read more
What an exciting discovery for Year 4 today! They heard that a dragon had abandoned a dragon’s egg in the Prep playground. Year 4 took it in to care for... Read more
What beautiful spring flowers and a lovely sunny day! And our EYFS building is looking good too!
Absolutely brilliant! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1239488056257904641
Congratulations to all the @StMarysGXPrep girls for their beautiful art work that was entered into the Chiltern Decorative and Fine Arts Society Competition. St Mary's was awarded two Highly Commended,... Read more
Congratulations to our U11 Tumblers who both qualify for Nationals!!??????? Amazing work!
And the U13 team came 3rd at BSGA Milano national Finals ???????
Huge congratulations to the U11 Gym Squad on gaining 5th place in the BSGA Milano National Finals ?????
And your ISA National Plate Champions are... St Mary’s!! A fantastic 10-8 victory. Amazing work, girls!
Incredible ? https://twitter.com/stmarysgxsports/status/1238498563597926405
Amazing!!! ?? https://twitter.com/stmarysgxsports/status/1238485118148382720
Year 12 still going! Well done girls!
Year 12 still going! Well done girls!
?Look at this building! Incredible progress, it’s looking amazing. ?
Look at this building! Incredible progress, it’s looking amazing.
Keep cycling girls! #coasttocoast #SportRelief2020 https://t.co/U0yjEA5fL3
The @StMarysGXPrep girls have been hopping, skipping, running and jumping enthusiastically around the sports hall to cover a mile for Sport Relief! Mr Dodd was testing their catching skills too... Read more
Well done U13 netballers, a win against King Alfred School and they are through to the Bowl!
Keep cycling girls! #coasttocoast #sportrelief2020
Good luck to our U11 and U13 gymnasts competing at the Milano National Finals in Stoke on Trent today and tomorrow, and to the girls competing in the Regional Acrobatics... Read more
Good luck to our U11 and U13 gymnasts competing at the Milano National Finals in Stoke on Trent today and tomorrow, and to the girls competing in the Regional Acrobatics... Read more
Senior Assembly was a very sporty affair this morning as we got behind #SportRelief2020. Various staff members were challenged to beat sporting records and year 12 got on their exercise... Read more
Scarisbrick School next! Go team!
This amazing team is at the ISA U13 Netball NATIONAL Finals at the Rugby School - good luck, girls!
This amazing team is at the ISA U13 Netball NATIONAL Finals at the Rugby School - good luck, girls!
Fruit kebabs with yummy sauces going down an absolute treat in Prep this breaktime! @StMarysGXPrep #sportrelief
As part of #scienceweek, the Senior girls are in Houses solving a series of problems in order to gain the correct code to unlock the padlock! Challenging stuff but swiftly... Read more
As part of #scienceweek, the Senior girls are in Houses solving a series of problems in order to gain the correct code to unlock the padlock! Challenging stuff but swiftly... Read more
So much brilliant fun and learning yesterday for Prep's Science Day - lots more photos here! https://www.facebook.com/pg/smsgx/photos/?tab=album&album_id=3134265039939757
Brilliant fun and lots of learning during Science Day yesterday, in Prep! #scienceweek Brilliant fun and lots of learning during Science Day yesterday, in Prep! #scienceweek
It almost felt like Spring today! ??
The girls in Year 6 have been getting creative in their designs of diverse animals for #scienceweek! From elephant bees to a “gizeorn” (giraffe / zebra / unicorn in case... Read more
The girls in Year 6 have been getting creative in their designs of diverse animals for #scienceweek! From elephant bees to a “gizeorn” (giraffe / zebra / unicorn in case... Read more
Year 12 are enjoying the Higher Education Exhibit at Brunel University, West London.
A busy morning for the Prep girls as they continue making bug hotels and bird feeders, taking part in a Sublime Science workshop and building towers out of marshmallows! #scienceweek
A stunning day for Year 9's trip to @kewgardens!
As #scienceweek continues Mr Hopkins shared with the senior girls that it is not just science week, science is with us every day and in everything that we do! Over... Read more
It's #scienceweek and the Senior girls are in Houses planning an escape by solving puzzles to unlock the key!
It's #scienceweek and the Senior girls are in Houses planning an escape by solving puzzles to unlock the key!
Year 10 and 11 Scholars are meeting for lunch to talk about their chosen topics they’ve been investigating.
Year 10 and 11 Scholars are meeting for lunch to talk about their chosen topics they’ve been investigating.
Mr Hopkins got the @StMarysGXPrep girls thinking in assembly this morning about the fact that science is around us all the time, not just for Science Week! They discovered that... Read more
Mrs Brereton introduced the Prep theme for #scienceweek today - Our Diverse Planet, and showed the girls an experiment with water and a ball - have a go at home,... Read more
St Mary's is pleased to be hosting a PSHCE CPD day on 24th March for colleagues to network and discuss some of the key issues relating to PSHCE, especially considering... Read more
St Mary's is pleased to be hosting a PSHCE CPD day for colleagues to network and discuss some of the key issues relating to PSHCE, especially considering the statutory changes... Read more
What a beautiful day for roofing an EYFS building!
Prep Open Morning Nursery to Year 6 Friday 24th April 10.00-10.15 Welcome10.15-11.30 Tours of Prep11.30-12.00 Refreshments & Questions Register to attend: https://stmarysschool.co.uk/open-days/
It was a pleasure to welcome local author, Andy Huxtable, to talk to @StMarysGXPrep girls about his new book, The Cake, the first in a series about an ant called... Read more
And we're off...! To celebrate #worldbookday Y7 will undertake a literary journey by reading a section of the book Cloud Busting by @malorieblackman at the start of each lesson -... Read more
More incredible costumes across the school for World Book Day.
Some great costumes for World Book Day in Senior House! The judging has been done... winner to be revealed on Monday!
The Year 3 girls are being "revolting children" singing "revolting rhymes" in their Matilda @Perform4Schools workshop!
As part of Literary Week and #WorldBookDay, the Prep girls have been taking part in @Perform4Schools workshops. Year 4 have been testing their performance skills in this lively workshop –... Read more
Mrs McNally enthralled us all with her enlightening assembly this morning tying in poetry, science and religion. Did you all guess what her World Book Day character was? Poor Mr... Read more
Amazing!!! ? https://twitter.com/tarynscaravaca/status/1235488054367969281
Our budding Year 4 Mathematicians visited @GayhurstSchool on Monday for their Maths Challenge. The girls were busy solving maths puzzles, completing advanced maths calculations and having fun all in the... Read more
Huge congratulations to recent “Old Girl” Lizzy who has been voted President of the Student Union at @FalmouthUni Lizzy created this amazing campaign video to help her win votes, and... Read more
Huge congratulations to recent “Old Girl” Lizzy who has been voted President of the Student Union at Falmouth University. Lizzy created this amazing campaign video to help her win votes,... Read more
Concentration and energy were exuded in equal amounts as the girls put their literary knowledge to the test in the Prep House Book Quiz this afternoon!
In preparation for World Book Day, Year 8 made bookmarks for each other!
As part of Literary Week in Prep, each year group completed an activity based on “Meerkat Mail” and then shared it with the rest of Prep this afternoon. Great work,... Read more
We look forward to welcoming you to our School in Action Open Day tomorrow from 9.30am! https://www.facebook.com/events/169290174357459/
Excitement is mounting for the finalists of our House Poetry Competition; the two best performers will recite their poem to the whole of the Prep School on Friday!
Excitement is mounting for the finalists of our House Poetry Competition; the two best performers will recite their poem to the whole of the Prep School on Friday!
It's Literary Week in Prep, and Year 5 have just introduced all the Prep girls to Meerkat Mail - which will be the focus of their activities this week, we... Read more
We look forward to welcoming you to our School in Action Open Day on Wednesday from 9.30am! https://www.facebook.com/events/169290174357459/
Prep Book Club are excited to read The Beast of Buckingham Palace by David Walliams during this half term!
Prep Book Club are excited to read The Beast of Buckingham Palace by @davidwalliams during this half term!
The SMA are really excited to welcome you to the ‘Chairman’s Leaving Ball’ All are welcome! Please follow the link on the parentmail to buy tickets or contact the school... Read more
The SMA are really excited to welcome you to the ‘Chairman’s Leaving Ball’ All are welcome! Please follow the link on the parentmail to buy tickets or contact the school... Read more
Congratulations to.... Temple West for winning House Music!
Congratulations to.... Temple West for winning House Music! @StMarysExpArts
An active floor... what fun even for our Early Years teachers!! @StMarysGXPrep
Our Whole School in Action Day is next week - Wednesday 4th March, from 9.30am, all are welcome! Please register your interest in attending here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hK-ipjFjlkugaHYuI9-ZUlaSbWwKvKNHqlQmMsGTfqdUMUNCUDZFMDNUSkxNSlYyRzlYUlJRRTk5Qy4u
The Early Years girls are helping to try out some ideas for our new building - the interactive floor is proving popular!
The Early Years girls are helping to try out some ideas for our new building - the interactive floor is proving popular!
If you were in the GX vicinity this lunchtime you probably heard the shouting and cheering from our Prep girls as they competed in pancake flipping and pancake relay races!
Get ready for some #pancakeday fun this lunchtime @StMarysGXPrep!
As we commence the A Level Art mock today, watch this space for extraordinary, ambitious outcomes being created by our talented girls.
As we commence the A Level Art mock today, watch this space for extraordinary, ambitious outcomes being created by our talented girls.
Our Whole School in Action Day is Wednesday 4th March from 9.30am, all are welcome! Please register your interest in attending here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hK-ipjFjlkugaHYuI9-ZUlaSbWwKvKNHqlQmMsGTfqdUMUNCUDZFMDNUSkxNSlYyRzlYUlJRRTk5Qy4u
?What a sight (and site!) to come back to after half term - EYFS building looking amazing! ?
What a sight (and site!) to come back to after half term - EYFS building looking amazing!
It’s a bit rainy but if you look closely you can see a roof on our new EYFS building!
Following the success of our evening with author DJ Kelly, we are excited to announce that our next lecture in the Gwyneth Bebb programme will be delivered by Baroness Emma... Read more
The eco-team need your crisp packets! Collect them over half term (and don't fold them) and bring them back to school after half term for recycling! Details of the scheme... Read more
We need your crisp packets! The eco-team are launching a crisp packet recycling scheme after half term and would like to encourage girls to save their crisp packets up over... Read more
In RS, Y8 have been studying Judaism. These are artistic representations of what they considered the most important part of the story of Moses. They created an artistic piece along... Read more
In Religious Studies, Year 8 have been studying Judaism. These are artistic representations of what they considered the most important part of the story of Moses. The students created an... Read more
At our next Stay & Play on Thursday 21st May you will be able to meet our cute just-hatched ducklings! If you would be interested in attending please register your... Read more
Congratulations Year 10 on a fantastic Expressive Arts evening with amazing music, drama, art and food! @StMarysExpArts
A brilliant Thinking Skills morning with lots of local schools, here at St Mary's - we could hear those brains ticking! @StMarysGXPrep
Some of our Early Years girls feeling the love today! ?
It's been a busy morning in Prep! Year 1 have been making castles, and the Thinking Skills girls have been building bridges and working out tangrams! @StMarysGXPrep
***Year 10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening is tonight!*** Year 10 have been working hard for this showcase which is 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are... Read more
***Y10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening is tonight!*** Y10 have been working hard for this evening's showcase - 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are welcome, no... Read more
Thinking Skills morning is off to a great start!
What a difference two days (in the construction of a new Early Years building) makes...!
Thinking Skills morning is off to a great start! @StMarysGXPrep
An incredible performance from our Elite Dance Squad last Friday, as they performed at the Wycombe Swan as part of the 'One More Time' Showcase of Dance Talent within the... Read more
In Forest School the girls learnt about a few birds that live around the school: blue tits, long tailed coal tit, black birds, wren birds and many more! They then... Read more
***Y10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening tomorrow!*** Thursday 13th February, 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are welcome, no tickets needed. •Displays of artwork / sketchbooks and... Read more
***Year 10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening tomorrow!*** Thursday 13th February, 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are welcome, no tickets needed. Refreshments available. •Displays of artwork... Read more
Y6 had an excellent time at Sky Academy Studios on Monday. The girls went up to 4 studios and created an idea to help combat pollution in our oceans. As... Read more
Y7 put so much effort into their Medieval Theme Park projects this half term in History. Highlights included Rollercoasters that pelted visitors with rotten fruit, a restaurant that only sold... Read more
Y7 put so much effort into their Medieval Theme Park projects this half term in History. Highlights included Rollercoasters that pelted visitors with rotten fruit, a restaurant that only sold... Read more
Our gymnasts performed brilliantly at the Floor & Vault Regionals Competition with the U13s winning second place, and our U11 team coming in first! Huge congratulations to both teams and... Read more
Our EYFS building nearly has a floor!
?Some stunning performances this morning at House music. ?
Some stunning performances this morning at House music.
The Prep girls were totally absorbed during our talk about sustainability from @HolroydHowe on Friday, and learnt lots of fascinating facts about the amount of food rubbish we create in... Read more
This Thursday is the Y10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are welcome, no tickets needed. •Displays of artwork / sketchbooks and... Read more
This Thursday is... The Year 10 Expressive Arts Celebration Evening 6 – 7.15pm in the Senior Hall. Parents and friends are welcome, no tickets needed. Refreshments available. •Displays of artwork... Read more
On Friday, some Year 6 girls got to try on a World War 2 gas mask, as they tried to imagine what it would have been like during the war.
?A taste of what our dancers got up to on Friday! From the very talented Mrs Williams ? ?? ? ?https://youtu.be/MurX0e-Zzvo? ‘One More Time’ is a showcase of Dance Talent... Read more
A taste of what our dancers got up to on Friday! From the very talented Mrs Williams ? ?? https://youtu.be/MurX0e-Zzvo
Loads of energy at Young Voices! https://t.co/AByRMTa4t5
Loads of energy at Young Voices!
Our incredible elite dancers at #onemoretime2020
Our incredible elite dancers at #onemoretime2020 https://t.co/0Ngq1wmIE8
Warming up for Young Voices. Go St Mary’s!
Warming up for Young Voices- go St Mary’s!
Good luck to the U11 and U13 teams competing at the gymnastics Floor and Vault Regionals, here at St Mary's School this Sunday!
Good luck to the U11 and U13 teams competing at the gymnastics Floor and Vault Regionals, here at St Mary's School this Sunday!
And they're off! Good luck for Young Voices, girls!
And they're off! Good luck for Young Voices, girls!
Maths meetings for Prep parents this afternoon to help them understand our scheme of work and how they can support their girls at home @StMarysGXPrep
A beautiful day for the Prep girls to enjoy the fabulous equipment on the playground, and good progress being made on our new EYFS building too!
Incredible cupcake decorating for the girls this lunchtime courtesy of @HolroydHowe ?
Delicious cookies and donuts to kick off Latham's fund-raising for the @MSAtrust at breaktime!
Our Prep girls had a brilliant afternoon yesterday participating in various sponsored events including being silent for 15 minutes and walking a mile!
Popcorn at the ready for the lunchtime film for Senior girls!
Lots of activities going on for Prep girls this lunchtime for Temple West’s money raising efforts! https://t.co/IMcjElpBYO
3/3 wins for this team! Amazing!
?incredible, girls! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXSports/status/1225027135754186752
Brilliant stuff - SMS girls looking very engaged! https://twitter.com/bucksbookaward/status/1225027318390972421
amazing! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXSports/status/1225014900017246208
Chicken nuggets and mozzarella dippers on offer from Temple West this break time as they raise money for @GOSHCharity ?
Biscuit decorating for our Prep girls this lunchtime, with Kirk!
Tuesday is off to a tasty start as Kirk sold pizza slices at breaktime in aid of @WWF_Australia for Charities Week!
We are excited to announce that our next lecture in the Gwyneth Bebb programme will be delivered by Baroness @EmmaPidding on 5th March- follow the link for more information and... Read more
Butler are continuing their efforts this lunchtime, raising money for @CR_UK, with activities including a film for the Prep girls, and hair braiding!
Whole School in Action Day - Wednesday 4th March. An Open Day where the school will be at work. 09.30-13.00 for Senior House 09.30-12.00 for Prep Department Register here: https://stmarysschool.co.uk/open-days/
Charity Week is off to a sweet start with Butler's cake sale in aid of @CR_UK
Charity Week is off to a sweet start with Butler's cake sale in aid of Cancer Research.
Another student inspired by her CORI project lessons. Emily has been out collecting litter in the local area in an attempt to care for the local environment. Well done!
Another student inspired by her CORI project lessons. Emily has been out collecting litter in the local area in an attempt to care for the local environment. Well done!
An outstanding Soloists’ Concert last night, with performances of an exceptionally high standard - it was an honour to accompany you all. So many stars in the making! (Mrs Phillips)
Congratulations to all of our Year 2 girls and our visitors who sat the Year 3 Scholarship assessments this week. Working a year ahead, all of the girls did well... Read more
Congratulations to all of our Year 2 girls and our visitors who sat the Year 3 Scholarship assessments this week. Working a year ahead, all of the girls did well... Read more
House Netball is in full swing!
Year 9 are busy today with Enterprise Day! The girls have been tasked with designing and pitching the concept for a new app, considering the four Ps of Marketing: Price,... Read more
Amazing spread today @HolroydHowe
Year 5 have been learning all about the wonderful world of William Shakespeare! The girls were set a homework task to research as many facts as they could about the... Read more
Y10 Artists are currently studying the work of Georgia O'Keeffe as part of their 'Organic Forms' project. It is wonderful to oversee the development of their technical skills using acrylic... Read more
Year 3 had a great day yesterday visiting the Roald Dahl Museum. They explored the gallery and they learned about editing skills before getting the opportunity to edit some of... Read more
Soloists Concert is this Thursday, 7pm-8.30pm with refreshments in between. The girls have been rehearsing hard and are sounding amazing! No tickets necessary, we look forward to seeing you on... Read more
2/2 ... then eagle-eyed Mrs Cobb spotted it! We can crown her chief tooth-finder! And Charlotte won't miss a visit from the tooth fairy. What a dramatic Toothsday in Prep!
1/2 Brace yourselves... there was a brush with disaster on the Prep playground today! Charlotte lost her very first tooth... then she actually lost it! Everyone was scouring the playground... Read more
A warm welcome to all the girls here today for scholarship assessments!
A warm welcome to all the girls here today for scholarship assessments!
A huge thank you to Dominic Grieve who came in to talk to our Sixth Form today about his career, Brexit and life after being an MP!
Our tour guides are ready, and we are all set to welcome you to our Prep Open Morning today from 10.00-12.00!
Year 13 English group on the set of the Yard Players' Twelfth Night yesterday, at the Brockley Jack Theatre in London.
Prep Open Morning is tomorrow! We look forward to welcoming you from 10am, you can register here https://stmarysschool.co.uk/open-days/
Amazing for our Year 7s to meet Lucy Hawking at @MaltmansGreen this afternoon! @StMaryGXLibrary
Multi-skills going well with @StMarysGXPrep @DairHouseSchool and @StHelens_Prep
As part of their Options Day today, Year 9 have enjoyed some interactive "speed dating" style activities where they find out information about various GCSE subjects.
Always so nice to welcome Old Girls back to St Mary's! Chaya popped by and told us about her English course at Bournemouth Uni, her hopes to go into publishing,... Read more
Always so nice to welcome Old Girls back to St Mary's! Chaya popped by and told us about her English course at Bournemouth Uni, her hopes to go into publishing,... Read more
Looking forward to welcoming @DairHouseSchool and @StHelens_Prep this afternoon for Multi-Skills with Year 1 and 2!
?Next up for Year 9 Options Day, Policy Adviser, Ellie Szczerbiak, who advises on financial stability EU exit at HM Treasury- whose role is very diverse. Again lots more for... Read more
Next up for Year 9 Options Day, Policy Adviser, Ellie Szczerbiak, who advises on financial stability EU exit at HM Treasury- whose role is very diverse. Again lots more for... Read more
?Fascinating talk from Mr Sendall for Year 9 Options Day- Mr Sendall is a Barrister specialising in employment, and also a part time professional photographer! Very thought provoking for these... Read more
Fascinating talk from Mr Sendall for Year 9 Options Day- Mr Sendall is a Barrister specialising in employment, and also a part time professional photographer! Very thought provoking for these... Read more
Year 7 Geographers are busy making Bug Hotels this morning! The girls are aiming to use only biodegradable materials and hope to attract some bugs by camouflaging their structure with... Read more
?These lovely bears are looking forward to their new homes with Year 6, after the assessment day! ?
These lovely bears are looking forward to their new homes with Year 6, after the assessment day!
?Beautiful skies over St Mary’s this morning as we await the lovely Year 6 girls for Year 7 assessment day!?
Beautiful skies over St Mary’s this morning as we await the lovely Year 6 girls for Year 7 assessment day!
In Prep's CORI project session this term, they have been exploring what it is to be a good citizen. They are focusing their citizenship topic on their responsibility of looking... Read more
2/2 Leyla walks to school which helps to reduce her carbon footprint, but on her walk to school today, she decided to help pick up the litter she came across... Read more
1/2 Prep have been exploring what it is to be a good citizen. They heard of @GretaThunberg's story in their last session and after hearing Greta's concerns and how she... Read more
Another busy afternoon yesterday in Forest School! EYFS played team bonding games, made hand and face cream and built a den!
Year 5 scientists counting the number of drops of water needed to dissolve 2.1g candyfloss!
Enjoy your Taster Day, Year 11!
Enjoy your taster day, Year 11!
A warm welcome from our Sixth Form girls to Year 11 today!
Year 1 and Year 2 enjoyed a little birthday celebration for Miss Connell's 30th- with cake and lots of dancing!
Year 1 and Year 2 enjoyed a little birthday celebration for Miss Connell's 30th- with cake and lots of dancing!
This week, teachers in Senior House have been sharing their love of reading, and reading particular books or pieces that they love, to the girls. These have included local history,... Read more
Following the success of our evening with author D J Kelly, we are excited to announce that our next lecture in the Gwyneth Bebb programme will be delivered by Baroness... Read more
Following the success of our evening with author D J Kelly, we are excited to announce that our next lecture in the Gwyneth Bebb programme will be delivered by Baroness... Read more
In Forest School EYFS created their own adventures using their imaginations, having read My Adventure Island, about a little boy who used his imagination to travel to different places. Did... Read more
In Forest School this week, Early Years created their own adventures using their imaginations, having read My Adventure Island, about a little boy who used his imagination to travel to... Read more
Y1 have started their new topic of ‘Materials’ in Science. The girls were given a tray of different objects and they had to link the objects together by looking at... Read more
Year 1 have started their new topic of ‘Materials’ in Science. The girls were given a tray of different objects and they had to link the objects together by looking... Read more
Year 7 and Mrs Jobson are making the most of the January sunshine and are busy investigating biodiversity around the school site today. They've found lots of insects and birds!... Read more
The Sixth Form trip to the Harry Potter tour at Warner Bros studio was a hit!
The Sixth Form trip to the Harry Potter tour at Warner Bros studio was a hit!
Fascinating trip for Year 8 to @bletchleypark today.
Such a worthy cause @BucksMind
A huge thank you to St Mary's School Gerrards Cross for their incredible fundraising achievements and donating £1808 to Buckinghamshire Mind!
Early Years girls are happy to be back and getting straight back into their learning!
A brilliant final few hours of Michaelmas term with the hilarious Sixth Form Panto, and lovely final assembly!
Classroom decorating contest was won by.... 7/8KK!
Classroom decorating contest was won by.... 7/8KK!
Congratulations, girls, on your Headmistress' commendations!
Congratulations, girls, on your Headmistress' commendations!
A truly stunning Carol Service tonight.
Random Act of Kindness passed onto the police! Yr 8 set up a kind act for EYFS, to get crafty in lessons and produce a thank you card for the... Read more
Prep mock election results are in! Green Party 44 Liberal Democrats 41 Conservatives 15 Labour 7 Brexit 2
Prep mock election results are in! Green Party 44 Liberal Democrats 41 Conservatives 15 Labour 7 Brexit 2
We will be running a Stay & Play session for anyone interested in our Nursery or Reception classes on Friday 7th February from 10.30am – 11.30am. Please contact the Registrar... Read more
Year 8 girls have been spreading festive joy with random acts of kindness hampers!
The results of the Senior House mock election are in... it was a narrow Conservative win, closely followed by the Liberal Democrats!
The results of the Senior House mock election are in... it was a narrow Conservative win, closely followed by the Liberal Democrats!
Senior House ready for the last Christmas Quiz of the year!! But who won..... ?
Our incredible big card in Senior House for all the girls to write messages to each other, and donate to Crisis if they wish ?
Christmas singalong band ? https://t.co/DK0Aj9j9dM
Senior girls' turn for Christmas lunch!
Delicious!
Delicious!
The girls are in for such a treat this lunchtime! Amazing job @HolroydHowe ?
With the inevitable increase in device use over Christmas, parents may find these articles useful: https://parentinfo.org/article/seasonal-netiquette-5-new-parenting-rules?utm_source=Thinkuknow&utm_campaign=85b71ed798-TUK_GLOBAL_DECEMBER_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0b54505554-85b71ed798-55217785 https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/articles/what-is-the-internet-of-things-iot/?utm_source=Thinkuknow&utm_campaign=85b71ed798-TUK_GLOBAL_DECEMBER_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0b54505554-85b71ed798-55217785
Mock Election time! In Senior House, Y10 have been leading the campaigns for the parties. In assembly the students read their speeches to Senior girls, with voting taking place at... Read more
The Year 7 Scholars are doing some incredible work on their scholarship projects!
The Year 7 Scholars are doing some incredible work on their scholarship projects!
Prep girls are ready for the Panto!
Hang on - she's not "behind you"...!! Enjoy, girls! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1204348208119500801
Well done to all the girls who came to the GCSE Presentation Tea on Friday – we are very proud of all of you! A special thanks to Miss Hillier... Read more
Amazing work, girls - Senior House girls will be presenting their parties on Wednesday! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1203997906321195008
Members of Senior Choir entertained the residents of Leonard Cheshire Home - so important for us to go out into the community to spread a little bit of 'Christmas Cheer'!... Read more
Members of Senior Choir entertained the residents of Leonard Cheshire Home - so important for us to go out into the community to spread a little bit of 'Christmas Cheer'!... Read more
Thank you to the SMA for the wonderful Christmas party on Friday! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1202991437987614720
The St Mary's entry for the Century 21 Chalfonts Competition needs your likes! They are now going into the second and final round of voting to determine the winner and... Read more
Huge congratulations to Evie who won the Nunn Hayward digital Christmas card competition! All of Nunn Hayward's clients will be sent the moving, musical digital card designed by Evie -... Read more
Huge congratulations to Evie who won the @nunn_hayward digital Christmas card competition! All of Nunn Hayward's clients will be sent the moving, musical digital card designed by Evie - who... Read more
A beautiful wreath by Mrs Barker at the St James Church wreath making last night ?
Amazing!! ? ? ? https://twitter.com/stmarysgxsports/status/1202620500557606912
Today’s menu at the Wild Mushroom Cafe was a delicious slice of pizza and hot chocolate! The girls also recapped some facts about pine trees and decorated their own pine... Read more
Sixth Form academic scholars enjoying lunch with Mr Gibb.
Sixth Form academic scholars lunch! @smssixthform
It's hard to believe a week has passed since the first showing of Legally Blonde! @StMarysExpArts #ThrowbackThursday
Congratulations to Pre-Prep on their wonderful production of Christmas with the Aliens!
Thank you Head Girl Team for a beautifully decorated tree! @smssixthform
Year 7 Geographers are taking advantage of the beautiful winter sun and investigating wildlife in the grounds of the school ??
Absolutely amazing production of Legally Blonde, congratulations to all involved @StMarysExpArts
***Prep Open Morning*** Come along and see the whole of Prep from Nursery to Year 6, have a tour and meet our teachers, on Friday 24th January 2020. Contact Registrar... Read more
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Break a leg tonight, girls! ?
Break a leg tonight, girls! ?
The girls in Year 3 have been learning about different food groups and why each one is important. They sorted foods in to these different groups and noticed that some... Read more
Our Year 8 girls are on a mission - to spread random acts of kindness... Year 7 are in for a treat!
Look at these fabulous show-stoppers by Miss Rose and Miss Sweeney for the Prep staff Bake-Off! @StMarysGXPrep
Look at these fabulous show-stoppers by Miss Rose and Miss Sweeney for the Prep staff Bake-Off!
At St Mary's we offer the opportunity to apply for a Year 3 scholarship, for girls already at St Mary's and girls from other schools, who are considering entry to... Read more
At St Mary's we offer the opportunity to apply for a Year 3 scholarship, for girls already at St Mary's and girls from other schools, who are considering entry to... Read more
A scholarly lunchtime discussion for these Year 10 and 11 students!
A scholarly lunchtime discussion for these Year 10 and 11 students!
Legally Blonde week is finally here! These girls have been working SO hard on this production and although Friday night is a sell out, there are a handful of tickets... Read more
Legally Blonde week is finally here! These girls have been working SO hard on this production and although Friday night is a sell out, there are a handful of tickets... Read more
***The Frost Fair is tomorrow!*** Come along between 10.30am and 2pm and support the amazing work our SMA does, as well as getting a start on your Christmas shopping and... Read more
***The Frost Fair is tomorrow!*** Come along between 10.30am and 2pm and support the amazing work our SMA does, as well as getting a start on your Christmas shopping and... Read more
7P have been studying plastic waste in Geography and have created their own ‘plastic footprints’ for homework using waste plastic they collected over a week. They found an awful lot!... Read more
7P have been studying plastic waste with Mrs Jobson in Geography and have created their own ‘plastic footprints’ for homework, using waste plastic they collected over a week. They found... Read more
A surprise for the EY girls - our fire pit has been built! We started learning the important rules about respecting the fire circle. We also said hello and welcome... Read more
Year 10 Enterprise Team are VERY busy this lunch time!
These girls have been working SO hard on their production of Legally Blonde… coming to a Senior Hall near you on 28th and 29th November at 7pm! Please follow the... Read more
Year 12 and 13 students are having a newspaper study day at the British Film Institute!
Excellent news! We have been awarded the highest grade in both categories inspected by ISI. We are ‘excellent’ in quality of pupils’ achievements and quality of pupils’ personal development. We... Read more
Excellent news! St Mary's School has been awarded the highest grade in both categories inspected by ISI. We are ‘excellent’ in quality of pupils’ achievements and quality of pupils’ personal... Read more
#ChildrenInNeed2019 lunchtime fun! @StMarysGXPrep
We've had a brilliant assembly this morning, and cakes and nuggets at break! And look at these amazing costumes! All in aid of Children in Need #ChildrenInNeed2019
Absolutely - well done, girls! https://twitter.com/dinadonut/status/1195266423897108480
They look amazing! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1195268901598302208
Wow! ?? https://twitter.com/stmarysgxsports/status/1195040444431949825
In their Science lessons this week, the Year 3 girls became Earth Scientists! They took samples of different soils from around the school grounds and they examined their composition carefully... Read more
Year 1 have been using part whole models to add and subtract numbers. They worked in pairs and had to find pairs of numbers that added together to make the... Read more
We are delighted to invite parents, and any local friends, to an exciting event at St Mary's on the evening of Wednesday 20th November- the first in a series of... Read more
We are delighted to invite parents and locals to an exciting event at St Mary's on the evening of Wednesday 20th November- the first in a series of Gwyneth Bebb... Read more
We will be running a Stay & Play session for anyone interested in our Nursery or Reception classes on Friday 15th November from 10.30am – 11.30am. Please contact the Registrar... Read more
The Senior and Prep Head Girl teams laid a wreath at the Gerrards Cross Remembrance Service today.
As part of the Yr 8 PSHCEE Wellbeing topic, students have been challenged to complete the November Action for Happiness calendar. If you would like to join in with the... Read more
As part of the Year 8 PSHCEE Wellbeing topic, students have been challenged to complete the November Action for Happiness calendar. If you would like to join in with the... Read more
We hope you have saved the date for our fabulous Frost Fair! Come along on Saturday 23rd November and support the amazing work our SMA does, as well as getting... Read more
We hope you have saved the date for our fabulous Frost Fair! Come along on Saturday 23rd November and support the amazing work our SMA does, as well as getting... Read more
St Mary's is pleased to be supporting the CAWC International Charity Christmas Bazaar – this Sunday, 10th November, at Crowne Plaza from 10am-4pm, Gerrards Cross- don't miss it! https://cawc.co.uk/bazaar/
St Mary's is pleased to be supporting the CAWC International Charity Christmas Bazaar – the event will benefit community first responders. The Bazaar is this Sunday, 10th November, at Crowne... Read more
Year 5 have just got back from the Everyman cinema in Gerrards Cross after watching 'A Dog's Way Home'. The film was linked to their PSHE work on working together... Read more
Year 5 have just got back from the Everyman cinema in Gerrards Cross after watching 'A Dog's Way Home'. The film was linked to their PSHE work on working together... Read more
The Prep girls are very busy this morning! They've been helping Merlin the witch to travel to the castle, defeat the dragon and find the magic sword! @Perform4Schools @StMarysGXPrep
Some amazing EPQ presentations this evening - well done girls ??
Legally Blonde… coming to a Senior Hall near you on 28th and 29th November at 7pm! 65 students are involved in this epic production featuring Maisie, Year 12, as Elle... Read more
We will be running a Stay & Play session for anyone interested in our Nursery or Reception classes on Friday 15th November from 10.30am – 11.30am. Please contact the Registrar... Read more
Tour of what once was the “Krakow Ghetto” with tour guide Nigel #learningfromhistory
It’s spooky this lunchtime...! ?
As we come to the end of the first half term at St Mary's, we are delighted with how well our new Year 7s from neighbouring schools have settled in... Read more
Mrs Glenister's Year 9 French group tried out a "speed-dating" style conversational task today! @StMarysLanguage
At St Mary's Sixth Form we offer considerable support with Oxbridge and competitive applications. To find out more and to meet our fantastic teachers, come along to our Open Evening... Read more
At St Mary's Sixth Form we offer considerable support with Oxbridge and competitive applications. To find out more and to meet our fantastic teachers, come along to our Open Evening... Read more
A wonderful Harvest celebration in Prep this morning! @StMarysGXPrep
At St Mary's Sixth Form we offer a wide choice of subjects with engaging tutorial-style lessons. To find out more about our subjects and to meet our fantastic teachers, come... Read more
At St Mary's Sixth Form we offer a wide choice of subjects with engaging tutorial-style lessons. To find out more about our subjects and to meet our fantastic teachers, come... Read more
Congratulations to Mrs Phillips, and all the girls involved, on a stunning Autumn Concert last night, with performances in Spanish and English! Such talent in our school! @StMarysExpArts
Join us tonight for a brilliant musical evening! No tickets are needed, just turn up in plenty of time and enjoy the concert. There will be refreshments available for parents,... Read more
Join us tonight for a musical evening provided by soloists and members of the Senior Choir, Chamber Choir, A Capella, Senior Orchestra, Chamber Ensemble, Swing Band and Flute Ensemble! No... Read more
Brilliant, buzzing Whole School Open Day on Saturday - it was great to meet so many prospective parents and their children. If you weren't able to make our Open Day... Read more
Did you know... In Sixth Form we offer Academic, Performing Arts and Sports Scholarships? Find out more at our Open Evening this Thursday, 17th October 7pm. Registration is not necessary... Read more
Did you know... In Sixth Form we offer Academic, Performing Arts and Sports Scholarships? Find out more at our Open Evening this Thursday, 17th October 7pm. Registration is not necessary... Read more
Sixth Form Open Evening - this Thursday, 17th October, starts at 7pm. Come along and find out all about St Mary's Sixth Form, no registration necessary.
Sixth Form Open Evening - this Thursday, 17th October, starts at 7pm. Come along and find out all about St Mary's Sixth Form, no registration necessary.
We are ready for open day tomorrow! Looking forward to welcoming families from 10am!
Our Year 7 academic scholars enjoyed lunch with Mrs Adams and Mr Gibb today- they were starting their scholarship programme by talking about ‘big questions’, which they will then research... Read more
Kat Frei from Bucks Mind talking to parents about a strategy to promote 5 ways to wellbeing #WorldMentalHealthDay
The table is set for the #WorldMentalHealthDay parent support evening!
What’s this? ?????? #WorldMentalHealthDay has seen our first "mugging"! 2 teachers found these "Person Of the Week" mugs waiting for them on their desks, filled to the brim with lots... Read more
It’s a take-over! Join our Head Girl team over on Instagram as they take control of the St Mary’s account. Sixth Form Open Evening is next Thursday -17th October, 7pm... Read more
Brilliant new facilities in the @StMarysGXPrep playground - the girls love them!
Mrs Martin has been enjoying reading the wonderful Solar System projects completed by Year 5. What a high standard has been achieved this year! Well done, girls! @StMarysScienceD You can... Read more
It’s “make your own pizza” day! @HolroydHowe @StMarysGXPrep
If you would still like to sponsor your daughter for the Harvest Walk you can donate directly to the causes we are raising money for here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/smsgx?utm_term=W9qz6QZJw
So much fun to be had on the Prep playground! @StMarysGXPrep
Our previous Mental Health Coffee Morning was a tremendous success and we are delighted to invite parents to join us for another evening on how to develop positive mental health... Read more
Our previous Mental Health Coffee Morning was a tremendous success and we are delighted to invite parents to join us for another evening on how to develop positive mental health... Read more
Here are Year 6 on the Mary Poppins bridge after a wonderful tour at @PinewoodStudios. Thank you Mrs Lawrance for the wonderful opportunity!
Here are Year 6 on the Mary Poppins bridge after a wonderful tour at Pinewood Studios. Thank you Mrs Lawrance for the wonderful opportunity!
10km done! Well done, girls, and staff! #HarvestWalk
The Harvest Walkers are off to a great start!
They’re off! #HarvestWalk
(3/3) After his shower he found a magical horse and tried to ride it but he kept falling off! He decided never to ride a horse again and as he... Read more
(2/3) Once upon a woodland lived a Troll. He was reading a story when the wind blew his book away! The Troll was devastated so he travelled to the supermarket... Read more
(1/3) Today in Forest School the girls made their own story about a Troll, then created Trolls based on his character in the story. They decided that he was a... Read more
Our previous Mental Health Coffee Morning was a tremendous success and we are delighted to invite you to join us for another evening on how to develop positive mental health... Read more
Our previous Mental Health Coffee Morning was a tremendous success and we are delighted to invite you to join us for another evening on how to develop positive mental health... Read more
Congratulations to our KS5 dancers who were awarded the Highly Commended Certificate for their fantastic performance at today's ISA National Dance Competition!
Congratulations to our KS5 dancers who were awarded the Highly Commended Certificate for their fantastic performance at today's @isaschools National Dance Competition!
Our Harvest Walk is this Friday! You can donate directly to the causes we are raising money for here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/smsgx?utm_term=W9qz6QZJw
Our Harvest Walk is this Friday! You can donate directly to the causes we are raising money for here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/smsgx?utm_term=W9qz6QZJw We?re raising money to Buckinghamshire Mind and Heads Together. Support... Read more
FIRST PLACE! Our KS3 Dance troop have won first place at the Independent Schools' Association National Dancing Competition! Congratulations, girls, amazing news!
FIRST PLACE! Our KS3 Dance troop have won first place at the @isaschools National Dancing Competition! Congratulations, girls, amazing news!
Open Day is coming up! All areas of the school from Nursery to Sixth Form will be open, and Mrs Adams will be speaking at 11am. Spread the word!
Open Day is coming up! All areas of the school from Nursery to Sixth Form will be open, and Mrs Adams will be speaking at 11am. Spread the word!
Brilliant, articulate debate final between Kirk & Latham this morning - the motion was "Autonomous vehicles will make driving safer" - Winner to be announced on Friday!
Brilliant, articulate debate final between Kirk & Latham this morning - the motion was "Autonomous vehicles will make driving safer" - Winner to be announced on Friday!
Y5 have been learning about the difference between two powerful Ancient Greek city states, Athens and Sparta. Here is Poppy A’s letter convincing Miss Sweeney to visit Sparta. She particularly... Read more
I spy... some Forest Explorers way over on the Cedar Lawn! @StMarysGXPrep
I spy... some Forest Explorers way over on the Cedar Lawn!
Twitter is a wonderful place for our girls to be able to engage with the authors of the books they are reading, via Mrs Murray, our Librarian!
Twitter is a wonderful place for our girls to be able to engage with the authors of the books they are reading, via Mrs Murray, our Librarian!
Come rain or shine - and it's been a lot more of the former this week - the new @StMarysGXPrep playground facilities are being built!
Come rain or shine - and it's been a lot more of the former this week - the new Prep playground facilities are being built!
All Year 7 Parents are invited to attend an informative session, with speeches from The Headmistress and other teachers, this Thursday, 26th September from 6-7pm, in the Senior Hall. Also... Read more
All Year 7 Parents are invited to attend an informative session, with speeches from The Headmistress, and other teachers, this Thursday, 26th September from 6-7pm, in the Senior Hall. Also... Read more
In their assembly this afternoon the Prep girls learnt about International Day of Peace - which is tomorrow - and its timely focus on Climate Action. There are things we... Read more
The Early Years Forest Explorers went on a bug hunt! They found a millipede and recreated it using twigs and leaves. On their travels in the woodland they managed to... Read more
Girls STEM Day at Bletchley Park! This is an opportunity to explore hands on activities and the Museum, inspiring girls to look to consider STEM roles in the future https://g.co/kgs/8HALkM
Year 7 have been enjoying their music lessons!
Year 7 have been enjoying their music lessons! @StMarysExpArts
Year 7 Parents are invited to attend an informative session, with speeches from The Headmistress, Head of Maths and English on Thursday 26th September from 6-7pm, in the Senior Hall.... Read more
Y7 Parents are invited to attend an informative session, with speeches from The Headmistress, Head of Maths and English on Thursday 26th September from 6-7pm, in the Senior Hall. Also... Read more
Year 3 have getting a feel for what it was like to create cave drawings during the Stone Age. Once they had discovered the features of cave art, they created... Read more
Year 7 enjoying Drama Club! @StMarysExpArts
Early Years girls have been out in the sunshine practising some mindfulness techniques with Miss Rose - how relaxing!
We will be running a Stay & Play session for anyone interested in our Nursery or Reception classes on Friday 27th September from 10am – 11.30am. Please contact the Registrar... Read more
In Science, Y5 have started their 'Earth and Space' topic. After learning some introductory facts about each planet in our Solar System, they considered the scale of the Solar System.... Read more
A busy and bustling Co-curricular Fair today, the girls are really spoilt for choice!
Welcome back to all the girls, and a warm welcome to our new students and staff members!
Welcome back to all the girls, and a warm welcome to our new students and staff members!
A warm welcome to Year 7 and Year 12 today!
A warm welcome to Year 7 and Year 12 today!
Congratulations to our Year 11 students who received their GCSE results today. There is much cause for celebration, with half of the cohort achieving the top grades in five or... Read more
Many congratulations to all of the students who received their A level results today. The results were again impressive this year, with 37% of all grades achieved, A*/ A, 60... Read more
Preparations for the St Mary’s #WomensWorldCup2019 are underway in Prep!
Whole School Open Day - Nursery to Sixth Form - Saturday 12th October 10am - 12.30pm
Congratulations! What an honour to have had the Children’s Laureate at St Mary’s only a few weeks ago! We can’t wait for the third instalment of Wizards of Once! ?... Read more
In Senior House serious prep is underway for House Drama! Butler appear to be involving dance and scooters in theirs...!
Some incredible hats in Prep today! #madhattersteaparty ?? https://t.co/tgYCIomZfT
Huge congratulations to Year 7 and the whole Expressive Arts Department on their fantastic production of The Lion King!
They did it! ????
They did it! ???? https://t.co/8jTPX7b0OD
Staff are on the back row and ready for this amazing production. Break a leg Year 7 ??? #LionKing
Good luck to our Prep girls at their Swimming Gala this afternoon!
Good luck to our Prep girls at their Swimming Gala this afternoon!
Welcome to Gerrards Cross CofE school and @MaltmansGreen to our Year 7 production of The Lion King! ?
Congratulations to all the girls from Nursery to Sixth Form, and the Expressive Arts Department on a stunning Art Exhibition! See our facebook page for the photos: https://www.facebook.com/St-Marys-School-Gerrards-Cross-217598038273153/ … https://twitter.com/StMarysSchoolGX/status/1148194563191988224/photo/1
Congratulations to all the girls from Nursery to Sixth Form, and the Expressive Arts Department on a stunning Art Exhibition!
We were honoured to welcome Olympian athlete Georgie Twigg MBE to present our prizes today at Speech Day today, and to listen to her inspirational speech. Huge thanks, Georgie -... Read more
Speech Day is such a special event in our calendar, and we were delighted to welcome former Headmistresses, Miss Timberlake and Mrs Balcombe back to St Mary's.
We were honoured to welcome Olympian athlete @georgietwigg to present our prizes today, and to listen to her inspirational speech. Huge thanks, Georgie - our girls will never forget meeting... Read more
Our incredible Art Exhibition is Open TODAY from 3-5pm ??
Our incredible Art Exhibition is Open TODAY from 3-5pm ??
Art Exhibition tomorrow between 3pm and 5pm in the Senior Hall. Other times to view the exhibition are on Saturday after Speech Day when refreshments will also be available in... Read more
All pupils will have a piece of art work displayed in our annual Art Exhibition, from Nursery through to A level pieces. All parents and girls are invited to attend... Read more
No accidents yet at Hazard Alley! @StMarysGXPrep
Anyone for a spot of Pictionary in the Library?
Anyone for a spot of Pictionary in the Library?
Last activity for Year 11- High ropes!
Zip lining!!
Zip lining!! https://t.co/X5cj2QsFGH
More fun activities for Year 11!
More fun activities for Year 11!
Year 11 on their first activity of the day at Paccar!
Year 11 on their first activity of the day at Paccar!
Sports Day 2019 Begins!! ????
Sports Day 2019 Begins!! ????
Incredible high-jumping this morning! #sportsday @StMarysGXSports
Senior House Sports Day is off to an energetic start! @StMarysGXSports
Senior House Sports Day is off to an energetic start!
What an incredible production of Mary Poppins! Congratulations KS2, and all the staff. Practically perfect in every way!
What an incredible production of Mary Poppins! Congratulations KS2, and all the staff. Practically perfect in every way!
?A heated game of Uno in Games Club today!?
A heated game of Uno in Games Club today!
Mrs Adams , Mrs Kingston, Mrs Carney and Mr Martin met with all of the members of the SMA for breakfast in the Space on a lovely sunny morning to... Read more
Mrs Adams , Mrs Kingston, Mrs Carney and Mr Martin met with all of the members of the SMA for breakfast in the Space on a lovely sunny morning to... Read more
A brilliant swimming gala this afternoon, with the usual St Mary's team spirit in full force! Well done, girls!
Early Years "Forest Queens" have been doing some exploring in their very own forest crowns!
Go swimmers!
Go swimmers! https://t.co/Md93NNG6nm
Cheering squad at the ready! ????? https://t.co/OVW0CCSR8l
Good luck at the swimming gala this afternoon, girls!
Good luck at the swimming gala this afternoon, girls!
What could this be spelling....?
Tom Sherrington @teacherhead explaining Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction.
What could this be spelling... https://t.co/4DI7EEKzoF
Brilliant to welcome delegates from @RMSforGirls @Queens_Gate @SandringhamSch1 @habsgirlsSchool @stcatsbramley @rgshw @LEHSchool @EastBarnetSch @stgeorgesascot and many others for our 21st Century Education meet- keynote speaker @teacherhead Tom Sherrington.
Brilliant to welcome so many Old Girls for our drinks & nibbles tonight!
Leyla and Isabel are our Wicked Young Writer finalists - and they're at the awards ceremony today!
Leyla and Isabel are our Wicked Young Writer finalists - and they're at the awards ceremony today!
4/4 They enjoyed watching their film on the big screen and, overall, it was a fantastic event and opportunity for them. Mrs Williams has created this fabulous video that really... Read more
3/4 The girls were honoured with tickets to this event because the video they created to depict one of the nominated books, was chosen as the winner, out of entries... Read more
2/4 The girls had the most amazing time, it was an unforgettable experience for them to be able to chat to so many incredibly talented authors - and get their... Read more
1/4 Yesterday, some of our Senior girls had the immense honour of being invited to the CILIP Carnegie Awards. These awards are the most prestigious children's book awards in the... Read more
Yesterday, some of our Senior girls had the immense honour of being invited to the CILIP Carnegie Awards. These awards are the most prestigious children's book awards in the world,... Read more
If you wonder round St Mary's on a typical lunch break you will find... girls learning martial arts, or getting sticky in Science Explorers, or painting bones for The Lion... Read more
The very talented Mrs Williams made a trailer about Year 7's trip to Warwick Castle! https://youtu.be/mW6fcJYz8qM Year 7 trip to Warwick Castle, June 2019
The very talented Mrs Williams made a trailer about Year 7's trip to @WarwickCastle! https://youtu.be/mW6fcJYz8qM
Exciting lunch time demo for our girls today! https://twitter.com/stevejarman7/status/1140574871530987520
Prep Sports Day was followed by the always brilliant SMA Fun Day- thank you to Mrs Hurst and the gang for a brilliant afternoon!
What a brilliant Prep Sports Day! Well done everyone!
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Ready and waiting...! ?
Ready and waiting...! ?
?The scene is set, the sun is just about shining! Let’s go Prep Sports Day! ????? ?
The scene is set, the sun is just about shining! Let’s go Prep Sports Day! ?????
?“School Angels”! As voted for by our Year 13 leavers. Who could think of two more worthy winners than Mrs Sylvester and Mrs Dimmock!? ?
“School Angels”! As voted for by our Year 13 leavers. Who could think of two more worthy winners than Mrs Sylvester and Mrs Dimmock!?
The rain hasn’t deterred our Walking Bus group! ? ??
A spot of break-time scrabble!
We would really appreciate raffle prizes for our Sports Awards Evening on 10th July, if any parents are able to donate anything! This evening is an opportunity to celebrate the... Read more
We would really appreciate raffle prizes for our Sports Awards Eve on 10th July, where we will be joined by Olympian Olivia Carnegie-Brown. If any parents are able to donate... Read more
Year 7 are hard at work for Enterprise Day!
?Have you had at least five-a-day today? ????? #healthyeatingweek ?
Have you had at least five-a-day today? ????? #healthyeatingweek
Well done, girls! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxprep/status/1138075945540210688
What a brilliant, magic morning with @CressidaCowell! @StMarysGXPrep
Absolutely thrilled to have author @CressidaCowell at St Mary’s today to talk to our girls, and children from local schools! @PatriciaDunn71
Year 3 started the day with a cooked breakfast! Then they went to the forest and learned how to make a fire and build mini shelters. They ended a fantastic... Read more
Time for a campfire, hot chocolate & marshmallows before bedtime! ??
Year 3 have put up the tents and are ready for tonight!
And Year 3 are off! They have planned their food, been to Tesco and bought it, had a quick ice cream pit stop, and then back to school to continue... Read more
Congratulations to all the girls who performed in the @StMarysExpArts Spotlights Drama Festival last night. The girls performed brilliantly and wowed their audience. Huge thanks to Mrs Kalinowski for organising... Read more
The dress rehearsals for tonight’s Drama Festival are in full swing!
The dress rehearsals for tonight’s Drama Festival are in full swing!
Happy Birthday Poppy!
We will be running a Stay & Play session for anyone interested in our Nursery or Reception classes on Friday 21st June from 10am – 11.30am. Please contact the Registrar... Read more
Brilliant! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1135905218359697408
Some of our Nursery forest explorers are out having a great time exploring the grounds this afternoon!
Wet but happy in France!
Have fun! We can't wait to hear all about it! https://twitter.com/StMaryGXLibrary/status/1135870050903240704
We have arrived!
We have arrived!
Bon Voyage Years 5 and 6, have a wonderful trip! ??
Bon Voyage Years 5 and 6 - have a wonderful trip! https://t.co/TPF9yyVlHO
The Year 1 girls have been continuing their Peter Rabbit theme - they have written some incredibly descriptive sentences, and are sewing their own Peter Rabbits!
Former student, Lizzy, who is in her second year of her degree course in Creative Advertising at Falmouth University, has won a prestigious advertising award - the D&AD Pencil for... Read more
Former student, Lizzy, who is in her second year of her degree course in Creative Advertising has won a prestigious advertising award for her promotional campaign package for a programme... Read more
Congratulations to Yasmine in Year 5 for being Highly Commended in the @isaschools Essay Writing Competition!
Congratulations to Yasmine in Year 5 for being Highly Commended in the ISA Essay Writing Competition!
A huge well done to two girls who bravely took to the Speakers’ Corner stand, and addressed the whole of Prep in assembly! You can find out what Isabel and... Read more
Congratulations to Ella and Millie (Year 12) who have been shortlisted in the New College of Humanities national essay competition. Both have been invited to the final, held at the... Read more
Congratulations to Ella and Millie, Y12, who have been shortlisted in the New College of Humanities national essay competition, out of 3,600 entries. Both have been invited to the final,... Read more
Congratulations to Amelia, Year 8, who has read all eight Carnegie nominated books! There are so many she can't even hold them! Excellent reading, Amelia.
Congratulations to Amelia, Year 8, who has read all eight @CILIPCKG nominated books! There are so many she can't even hold them! Excellent reading, Amelia.
We wish our wonderful Year 13 girls well as they start their study leave!
We wish our wonderful Year 13 girls well as they start their study leave!
A few more pictures of Year 4’s wonderful trip! The girls were really creative with green art and then this morning was filled with orienteering where they were busy using... Read more
Prep Open Morning is today! Come and see our Prep Department - Nursery to Year 6 - between 10am & 12pm, meet our teachers and take a tour!
What a busy 2 days so far at Flatford!The girls have been shelter building, singing songs at the camp fire, carrying out field work in the river Stour and now... Read more
A wonderful tea to say farewell to our equally wonderful Year 13s as they go off on study leave!
Prep Open Morning tomorrow! (Friday 17th May) 10am - 12pm. Come and see our Prep Department - Nursery to Year 6 - meet our teachers and take a tour!
Prep Open Morning tomorrow! (Friday 17th May) 10am - 12pm. Come and see our Prep Department - Nursery to Year 6 - meet our teachers and take a tour!
Healthy, energy filled breakfast ideas with Mrs Roberts!
Practising a “yes” breath with parents at our Mental Wellbeing Coffee Morning - a technique girls (and adults!) can use to gain confidence #mentalhealthawarenessweek2019
Practising a “yes” breath with parents at our Mental Wellbeing Coffee Morning - a technique girls (and adults!) can use to gain confidence #mentalhealthawarenessweek2019
Year 4 have arrived at Flatford Mill and the sun is shining!
Year 4 have arrived at Flatford Mill and the sun is shining!
Amazing writing by Leyla and Izzy has got them through to the finals of the Wicked Young Writer Awards, a national competition run by the theatre production Wicked. More on... Read more
Amazing writing by Leyla & Izzy has got them through to the finals of the Wicked Young Writers Award, a national competition run by the theatre production @WickedUK. More in... Read more
Some incredible results for our girls in the @isaschools Athletics event today - check out our Sports account @StMarysSchoolGX for all the details!
Last chance to purchase tickets for the SMA wine tasting this Friday, hosted by The Real Wine Company! Tickets available until the end of Wednesday!
Last chance to purchase tickets for the SMA wine tasting this Friday, hosted by The Real Wine Company! Tickets available until the end of Wednesday!
Last Friday, Mrs Phillips took 22 girls from Y6-Y9 to a ‘Choral Celebration’ organised by @isaschools . After a warm up the girls learned a new song in three parts.... Read more
Last Friday, Mrs Phillips took 22 girls from Year 6 to Year 9 to a ‘Choral Celebration’ organised by the Independent Schools Association. After a warm up the girls learned... Read more
Prep Open Morning is this Friday 17th May, 10am - 12pm. Come and see our Prep Department - Nursery to Year 6 - meet our teachers and take a tour!
Top individual scores for our gymnasts at the ISA Nationals with Katya crowned U9 National Champion ? and Eden a close second ???? Amazing, girls!
It's Year 11's last day and they've enjoyed a special lunch, lots of signing of shirts, and next on to a game of rounders! All the best for your exams,... Read more
What a beautiful Music in May concert last night! Well done, girls!
Year 1 had a brilliant time on their trip to Chiltern Open Air Museum! Here they are listening to Mrs Tiggywinkle - in Mrs Tiggywinkle's home!
Year 1 had a brilliant time on their trip to @ChilternOAM Here they are listening to Mrs Tiggywinkle - in Mrs Tiggywinkle's home!
Year 7's work in progress for the Lion King production!
Book Club had a special treat last week when Saachi, Y10, gave a presentation on one of the Carnegie shortlisted books; "A Long Way Down" by @JasonReynolds83. Saachi researched the... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your 3-16 year old son? Then join staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in... Read more
The rain isn’t dampening these girls’ spirits as they’re off on their trip! ?? @StMarysGXPrep
The rain isn’t dampening these girls’ spirits as they’re off on their trip! ??
A beautiful, sunny May afternoon for our Flag Ceremony. Annicke and her Head Girl team handed over to Dayna, and her team, as did the current and new Heads of... Read more
Head Girl Annicke, pictured here at last week’s amazing Gym & Dance Show, will be ceremoniously handing over her Head Girl duties this afternoon at our Flag Ceremony. We thank... Read more
Head Girl Annicke, pictured here at last week’s amazing Gym & Dance Show, will be ceremoniously handing over her Head Girl duties this afternoon at our Flag Ceremony. We thank... Read more
Yesterday saw the return of our annual, much enjoyed, Grandparents and Special Older Persons Tea. The guests were treated to a tour of Prep from their special St Mary’s person,... Read more
Year 1 made this beautiful tree in Science! The girls learnt about different plants and made the leaf shapes themselves based on the different leaf designs of different trees.
Year 1 made this beautiful tree in Science! The girls learnt about different plants and made the leaf shapes themselves based on the different leaf designs of different trees.
What a truly stunning Gym & Dance Show we were treated to last night! Look out in this afternoon's newsletter for more photos.
Dear Old Girls, does anyone remember girls by the names of Denise and Debbie Halsey, who would have been at St Mary's, around age 5/8 (younger and older sister) in... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your 3-16 year old son? Then join staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Incredible finished product from their Lego Town Planners Workshop! Mrs Adams was so impressed, girls! @StMarysGXPrep @PatriciaDunn71
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The Lego town planners are in! The girls are hard at work making additions, we can’t wait to see the final result!
Huge congratulations to Miss Wilkins for completing the London Marathon yesterday, having had very little time to train as she was a late charity entry. Miss Wilkins is raising money... Read more
Huge congratulations to Miss Wilkins for completing the London Marathon yesterday, having had very little time to train as she was a late charity entry. Miss Wilkins is raising money... Read more
Amazing Rock Challenge team who got to the final 12 out of 400 schools, and came away with these certificates. Incredible work, girls!
A hugely successful MUN for SMS! Awards to Ruby (Fox News), Kiera (Tunisia) Shedlia (Russia Today) and Shanze (USA), and a second place to Daisy (Libya). A massive congratulations to... Read more
A hugely successful MUN for SMS! 4 awards to Ruby (Fox News), Kiera (Tunisia) Shedlia (Russia Today) and Shanze (USA), and a second place to Daisy (Libya). A massive congratulations... Read more
Rock Challenge girls are just waiting for their rehearsal slot at 4pm and are on stage at 6.47pm.....results about 10pm! Good luck, girls!
?Rock Challenge girls are just waiting for their rehearsal slot at 4pm and are on stage at 6.47pm.....results about 10pm! Good luck, girls!?
Good luck to our Model UN team at Bucks MUN today - a long day of debate and negotiation ahead, hopefully we're all still smiling at the end! ???
Good luck to our Model UN team at Bucks MUN today - a long day of debate and negotiation ahead, hopefully we're all still smiling at the end! ???
Good luck to our amazing Rock Challenge team who are performing at the finals tomorrow! Check out the 12 schools performing at Southern Open Final B! It’s only one week... Read more
New look servery- everything looks amazing! @HolroydHowe
Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Gym & Dance Show on Thursday 2nd May! The girls are practising very hard!
Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Gym & Dance Show on Thursday 2nd May! The girls are practising very hard! https://t.co/PxPVqefQZs
Did you know we offer wraparound care from Nursery upwards? See the link for details: https://stmarysschool.co.uk/school-information/wraparound-care-provision/
Did you know we offer wraparound care from Nursery upwards? See the link for details: https://stmarysschool.co.uk/school-information/wraparound-care-provision/ We are pleased to offer wraparound care from Nursery upwards.
We will be holding an informal drinks evening for all our alumnae, we hope all our "Old Girls", recent and not so, can come! Please click on the link below... Read more
St Mary’s School has some final spaces for Reception in September 2019 available. Come and see our fabulous Early Years setting at our Open Morning on 17th May, or give... Read more
? Thank you to Mrs Szczerbiak for this photo of our lovely cherry tree - nearly in full blossom ?
? Thank you to Mrs Szczerbiak for this photo of our lovely cherry tree - nearly in full blossom ?
Stunning! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxsports/status/1116356838394613761
Don't forget to get snapping over the holidays for the Inter-House photography competition!
Don't forget to get snapping over the holidays for the Inter-House photography competition!
Easter Playball camp at St Mary's.
Easter Playball Camp at St Mary's
Prep Open Morning! Friday 17th May, 10am - 12pm. Come and see our Prep Department - Nursery to Year 6 - meet our teachers and take a tour!
In the Easter holidays there are two local netball camps that your daughter may be interested in, see the posters for details and contacts.
?Staff badminton tournament is underway... Glad to see they’re not taking it too seriously ?? ?
Staff badminton tournament is underway... Glad to see they’re not taking it too seriously ??
The girls and their parents are having a lovely time at their Early Years Princess Party! @StMarysGXPrep
Huge congratulations to Marina, Year 5, who was awarded runner-up for a Young Carer award recently. Marina was nominated because, since the age of five, she has been a constant... Read more
We hope the Year 1 mums liked their adorable Mother's Day cards! The foot-painting was certainly an experience for Miss Connell! @StMarysGXPrep @FamiliesChilter
We hope the Year 1 mums liked their adorable Mother's Day cards! The foot-painting was certainly an experience for Miss Connell!
Exciting delivery from the SMA this morning ?
Exciting delivery from the SMA this morning ?
This week Y1 made sock puppets as part of their Materials topic in Science. They chose brightly coloured socks, cut out felt ears and noses, made hair out of wool... Read more
What a great Year 7 French Spelling Bee this week! All girls who took part did extremely well. Congratulations to all the girls who got through to the final -... Read more
Huge congratulations to Eliza, Year 4, who won Best Overall Speaker out of all 30 children at our Public Speaking event on Monday! The standard of speeches and delivery was... Read more
Huge congratulations to Eliza, Year 4, who won Best Overall Speaker out of all 30 children at our Public Speaking event on Monday! The standard of speeches and delivery was... Read more
Years 4 and 5 had a brilliant trip to @ufton_court! The girls spent the day as vikings and tudors!
We are delighted to announce that Emily, Y10, won First Prize for a KS4 Learnt Monologue in a national @ISC_schools competition. One judge commented: “This one just blew me away.... Read more
We are delighted to announce that Emily, Year 10, won First Prize for a Key Stage 4 Learnt Monologue in a national Independent Schools Council competition. Emily had to film... Read more
Looks great, enjoy! https://twitter.com/StMaryGXLibrary/status/1110532550450135042
Selected girls from Senior House having an amazing time at Rock Challenge!
A warm welcome to @GayhurstSchool @thorpehousesch @CheshamPrep and @CSPA_Head, and to our judges, for our Prep Public Speaking event. St Mary's have kicked off proceedings and we look forward to... Read more
A very successful weekend at Haileybury Model UN for SMS Year 12. Day 3 of debate and still smiling! Isabelle is currently arguing for the necessity of gender quotas in... Read more
SMS delegations ready for an amazing Haileybury MUN 2019! #HMUN19 @HaileyburyMUN
SMS delegations ready for an amazing Haileybury MUN 2019! #HMUN19 @HaileyburyUK
Year 10 Ensemble are sounding absolutely amazing in rehearsals for tonight’s Spring Concert. 7pm in the Senior Hall, no tickets required! @StMarysExpArts
Good luck to our girls who are off to Kingsmead for a netball tournament and Pipers Corner for a swimming gala! It's all go!
Good luck to our girls who are off to Kingsmead for a netball tournament and @PipersCornerSch for a swimming gala! It's all go!
On Friday Year 5 recreated a volcanic eruption using, vinegar and baking powder. It was explosive!
Congratulations to three of our @StMarysGXPrep girls who attended the The Arts Society Chiltern's awards ceremony over the weekend. Maia and Connie, Y6, were awarded Highly Commended, and Yasmine, Y5,... Read more
U16 Team placed 9th at the BSGA Milano Team National Finals ???? against the top 26 teams representing the regions of Great Britain ? Well done, girls!
Congratulations U11 Team on your medals ? The team was placed 3rd region at the Milano Team National Finals ?? Amazing, girls!
Comic Relief fun at lunchtime!
Mmmm cakes! #comicrelief2019 #RedNoseDay2019 @FamiliesChilter
It's cake sale time! #comicrelief2019 #RedNoseDay2019 @FamiliesChilter
Good luck to our Under 11 gymnasts who are competing at the Milano national finals today! ????
Good luck to our Under 11 gymnasts who are competing at the Milano national finals today! ????
Over in Senior House the girls are competing in Houses to build a bridge from only spaghetti and marshmallows! #ScienceWeek
Over in Senior House the girls are competing in Houses to build a bridge from only spaghetti and marshmallows! #ScienceWeek
This rocket ? mouse flew so high it’s not in the photo! #scienceday
Mix that slime, Miss Rose! @StMarysGXPrep https://t.co/02ZRi05LXG
Will the egg smash? ? #ScienceDay
Will the egg smash? #ScienceDay https://t.co/jEd4P2nPcm
Today our brilliant Year 10 netball team won 7 out of 8 games in the round robin to go into the top 4 knock out tournament. Finished 4th overall out... Read more
For #worldbookday the Prep girls and staff entered photographs of themselves reading in unusual places for our competition. Today the winners were announced in assembly. Well done, girls!
Young Enterprise team @BlissenceOils have had a successful sale this breaktime!
(2/2) Afterwards there was a 'speed networking' session- the opportunity to talk to women who work as mechanical engineers, microbiologists, aerospace systems engineers, nuclear physicists and biolanalytical scientists, to name... Read more
(1/2) Three Y10/11 students attended the STEM Roller Derby at Wycombe Leisure Centre. They watched an enthralling roller derby consisting of teams of players that all work in STEM careers.
GE Healthcare employees talked to our Y13 students this afternoon and gave a fascinating insight into work in science, technology, engineering and HR. They championed the work of women in... Read more
Look at these amazing doors that our Prep girls decorated as part of their World Book Day activities! View the whole set on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/St-Marys-School-Gerrards-Cross-217598038273153/
Commerical Airline pilot, Sarah Barry, gave an inspirational talk to girls from Prep and SH about being a woman in an industry dominated by men. Sarah promoted piloting as a... Read more
This year, Year 7 have learnt about the importance of women in religion and why we should spend more time talking about religious women #InternationalWomensDay
International Women's Day assembly with Mrs Davison and the Sixth Form girls.
International Women's Day assembly with Mrs Davison and the Sixth Form girls.
It’s #InternationalWomensDay and we’ve got lots coming up today!
?It’s #InternationalWomensDay and we’ve got lots coming up today!?
Good luck to our Year 10 team; Daisy, Lucy and Orla, as they compete in the second round of the Rotary Youth Speaks Competition in Marlow this evening!
Good luck to our Year 10 team; Daisy, Lucy and Orla, as they compete in the second round of the Rotary Youth Speaks Competition in Marlow this evening! #YouthSpeaks
The girls in @StMarysGXPrep are busy making preparations to decorate a classroom door in the style of a book! We can't wait to see the results!
They really do! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1103639741478719489
We have three winners of the costume competition! To be revealed in tomorrow's newsletter...!
We have three winners of the costume competition! To be revealed in tomorrow's newsletter...!
Lunch room, and staff, looking absolutely amazing for #WorldBookDay @HolroydHowe
An amazing array of costumes today a St Mary's, and activities are in full swing - here are our Year 4 girls reading with Early Years girls #WorldBookDay #WBD19
Absolutely brilliant visit from author @Alex_T_Smith today, the children (and grown ups!) had so much fun, thank you!
School in Action Day - this Wednesday, 6th March. Come and see the school at work. Prep (Nursery to Year 6) 9.30am-12pm and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13)... Read more
School in Action Day - This Wednesday, 6th March. Come and see the school at work. Prep (Nursery to Year 6) 9.30am-12pm and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13)... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your 3-16 year old son? Then join staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Our Still Life Art competition winners enjoyed a special tea with Mrs Adams in her study today. Well done, girls!
Our Still Life Art competition winners enjoyed a special tea with Mrs Adams in her study today. Well done, girls! @PatriciaDunn71
12 girls at TEDx Warwick this morning - ready to be inspired! Architects of Tomorrow! #TEDxWarwick
12 girls at TEDx Warwick this morning - ready to be inspired! Architects of Tomorrow! #TEDxWarwick @TEDxWarwick
Congratulations to our Year 6 girls who took part in a debating workshop at Maltman's Green School today. Sofia and Serene argued for the motion: ‘Books are better than television’,... Read more
Did you know we take girls from three years old in our lovely Early Years department? On Friday 8th March we will be holding Taster Sessions for Early Years, with... Read more
Did you know we take girls from three years old in our lovely Early Years department? On Friday 8th March we will be holding Taster Sessions for Early Years, with... Read more
Excellent teamwork as Year 1 & 2 make pancakes, yum!
Intriguing bush tucker trial at lunch today... @HolroydHowe
Congratulations to our Young Enterprise team for coming in second place for best product idea at The Chesham Market Showcase!
Congratulations to our Young Enterprise team for coming in second place for best product idea at The Chesham Market Showcase!
So exciting! #authorvisit https://twitter.com/StMaryGXLibrary/status/1100705796646715393
School in Action Day - Wednesday 6th March. Come and see the school at work. Prep (Nursery to Year 6) 9.30am-12pm and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13) 9.30am-1pm.
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your 3-16 year old son? Then join staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in... Read more
The Year 7 and 8 Cross country enjoying the sunshine. All ready and raring to go!
School in Action Day - Wednesday 6th March. Come and see the school at work. Prep (Nursery to Year 6) 9.30am-12pm and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13) 9.30am-1pm.
School in Action Day - Wednesday 6th March. Come and see the school at work. Prep (Nursery to Year 6) 9.30am-12pm and Senior School (Year 7 to Year 13) 9.30am-1pm.
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your 3-16 year old son? Then join staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Football in the sunshine for Year 11! @StMarysGXSports https://t.co/VnW7GOrBPx
Football in the sunshine for Year 11!
What a week the girls have had in EYFS with their new classmates, Milly and Rosie. The girls have taken on the responsibility of caring for animals and have completed... Read more
What a week the girls have had in EYFS with their new classmates, Milly and Rosie. The girls have taken on the responsibility of caring for animals and have completed... Read more
Our Prep Open Morning (Nursery to Y6) is tomorrow: Friday, 15th Feb 10am-12.30pm. Come along and meet our teachers and tour the school with our girls! If you can't make... Read more
The House Music Competition is underway and the talent on display is incredible!
In Year 5 Design and Technology the girls were given the choice of designing either a torch or light to give as a gift, which had to reflect the recipient’s... Read more
We were on tenterhooks today waiting for Mrs Adams to announce the winner of her Art competition! Whose painting will take pride of place on Mrs Adams' wall in her... Read more
We were on tenterhooks today waiting for Mrs Adams to announce the winner of her Art competition! Whose painting will take pride of place on Mrs Adams' wall in her... Read more
Huge congratulations to former student and Head Girl, Lizzie, who was awarded her Gold Duke of Edinburgh at St James' Palace. Lizzie worked incredibly hard to gain this achievement completing... Read more
With Miss Reid and Year 12 student, Aneet, Year 5 & 6 girls are making e-safety posters- including all the important buzz words and advice #esafety
Year 6 are in their e-safety session with Mr Wild and Year 12 student, Joanna. The girls have watched a video and are now decorating a tree or a hand... Read more
Our Prep Open Morning (Nursery to Y6) is this Friday, 15th Feb 10am-12.30pm. Come along and meet our teachers and tour the school with our girls! If you can't make... Read more
Here is our St Mary's team with their lovely, sturdy chair that they made in this morning's #thinkingskills activity!
Here is our St Mary's team with their lovely, sturdy chair that they made in this morning's Thinking Skills activity!
Congratulations to all the schools who took part in a great #thinkingskills morning! Our winners were @MaltmansGreen, well done girls! With @thorpehousesch taking second place and GX C of E... Read more
The judges are in! #thinkingskills
Welcome to @MaltmansGreen @charlottehprep @thorpehousesch @HighMarchSchool @HeathertonSch @CSPA_Head GX C of E and St Joseph’s for Thinking Skills! The children, and adults, are working hard and having fun!
Internet Safety and Digital Wellbeing Meeting TONIGHT, with e-safety expert Karl Hopwood. Miss Snaith can be emailed directly on hsnaith@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk to reserve a space for what’s sure to be a... Read more
Internet Safety and Digital Wellbeing Meeting TONIGHT, with e-safety expert Karl Hopwood. Miss Snaith can be emailed directly on hsnaith@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk to reserve a space for what’s sure to be a... Read more
We’re not telling porkies, we really have got piglets in Early Years! ? Meet Milly & Rosie!
A very exciting arrival in Early Years... https://twitter.com/StMarysGXPrep/status/1094906043379912705
Looking for a vibrant nursery that gives your son an educational head-start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care? Head to the #ThorpeExplorers nursery & reception open this Wednesday @thorpehousesch in GX.... Read more
It's not too late to sign up for our Internet Safety and Digital Wellbeing Meeting TOMORROW, with e-safety expert Karl Hopwood. Miss Snaith can be emailed directly on hsnaith@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk to... Read more
It's not too late to sign up for our Internet Safety and Digital Wellbeing Meeting TOMORROW, with e-safety expert Karl Hopwood. Miss Snaith can be emailed directly on hsnaith@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk to... Read more
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The Prep girls have had a brilliant lunchtime full of exciting activities run by our Sixth Formers in aid of #CharitiesWeek. The girls have participated in quizzes, drama, dance and... Read more
Year 6 Cookery Club celebrated Chinese New Year by making their own egg fried rice, yum!
Year 6 Cookery Club celebrated Chinese New Year by making their own egg fried rice, yum!
Girls are in for a treat today as Temple West raise money for Centre Point, a charity for homelessness, by selling chicken nuggets, chips and mozzarella sticks! Yum! #CharitiesWeek
Thank you for having us, it was a great evening. https://twitter.com/maltmansgreen/status/1093423822416556032
As #CharitiesWeek continues, Latham put on a very interactive assembly today - with some very willing "volunteers"! Raising money for Beauty Banks, which collects, re-packages and distributes essential personal care... Read more
Our girls are getting on well at the ISA London North Regional Netball Competition. The U13 team just had an amazing 17-0 win! Wow, girls!
Wow! https://twitter.com/StMarysGXSports/status/1093113550774722560
A highly entertaining assembly for our Prep girls today, run by Year 12 students, but with an important message about the charity Windsor Baby Bank.
Looking for a vibrant nursery that gives your son an educational head-start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care? Head to the #ThorpeExplorers nursery & reception open morning on 13.02.19 @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Butler House have cakes a plenty and are ready to raise money for Child Bereavement UK #CharitiesWeek
Butler House have cakes a plenty and are ready to raise money for Child Bereavement UK #CharitiesWeek
?Our E-safety and Personal Awareness Parents’ evening is next Tuesday, 12th February 7pm. We are very lucky to have independent internet safety expert @khopwood Karl Hopwood attending to speak to... Read more
Our E-safety and Personal Awareness Parents’ evening is next Tuesday, 12th February 7pm. We are very lucky to have independent internet safety expert @khopwood Karl Hopwood attending to speak to... Read more
Tomorrow is #SaferInternetDay2019 and we're thinking about Snapchat...
Tomorrow is Safer Internet Day and we're thinking about Snapchat...
A very busy sale this morning - cookies and flavoured milk- as Kirk raise money for the Windsor Baby Bank on the first day of #charitiesweek
Good luck to all the Gymnasts who are competing in the BSGA Floor and Vault competition here today!
Some wonderful snow thoughts from our Prep girls ?
Some wonderful snow thoughts from our Prep girls.
***Swimming Club is cancelled today due to the weather, school remains open.***
***Swimming Club is cancelled today due to the weather, school remains open.***
***St Mary’s is open***
***School will remain open today*** There may be reduced teaching due to possible staff absence. All Girls should report to the senior school library on arrival and await further instruction.... Read more
Year 3 have been making Moving Monsters, using pneumatic systems, in DT. See Facebook for more photos of these fabulous monsters! https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2331387266894209&id=217598038273153
Huge thanks to @AccentuateGame for talking to our Sixth Form girls in their weekly enrichment session about the importance of resilience and perseverance - very fitting as they look to... Read more
Looking great, girls! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxprep/status/1090658700195438594
Looking for a vibrant nursery that gives your son an educational head-start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care? Head to the #ThorpeExplorers nursery & reception open morning on 13.02.19 @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Follow our new Maths Department Twitter! ????? https://twitter.com/stmarysmathsdep/status/1090220618308567040
Follow our new Languages Department Twitter! https://twitter.com/stmaryslanguage/status/1089990602375266304
St Mary's has two upcoming Open events: Prep Open Morning (Nursery to Year 6) Friday 15th Feb 10am-12.30pm. School in Action Day, Wednesday 6th March: Senior School (Year 7-Year 13)... Read more
St Mary's has two upcoming Open events: Prep Open Morning (Nursery to Y6) Friday 15th Feb 10am-12.30pm. School in Action Day, Wednesday 6th March: Senior School (Y7-Y13) 9.30am-1pm, Prep School... Read more
As we approach Safer Internet Day on 5th February, here are some helpful tips for setting up devices safely for children.
As we approach Safer Internet Day on 5th February, here are some helpful tips for setting up devices safely for children.
Question Time this morning! #politicsweek
If you look closely you can see spring peeking out beneath the cherry tree!
Congratulations to all the students who took part in the Rotary Youth Speaks last Friday. Look out for the full write up in this Friday's newsletter!
Remember to save the date for our E-safety and Personal Awareness Parents’ evening, Tuesday 12th February 7pm!
Remember to save the date for our E-safety and Personal Awareness Parents’ evening, Tuesday 12th February 7pm!
These special SMS bears, pencils and personalised bookmarks all have new homes now! We hope all the Year 6 girls had a great day at our Year 7 assessment day!... Read more
Year 9 are having lots of fun on their @Tate Tate Modern trip today, doing back to back drawings and considering the gallery space and the artwork within it
A warm welcome to all the Year 6 girls we have here today. Have a brilliant day, girls!
For today’s Enrichment session the Y13 girls had a talk from a student led company @sfwlondon Strength From Within where topics such as 'life after school' and 'Life's expectations' were... Read more
Years 1 and 2 had a brilliant time at their multiskills afternoon yesterday!
A warm welcome to Year 1 & 2 teams from @MaltmansGreen and @StHelens_Prep who have joined our girls for a multiskills afternoon, helping to understand and develop their fundamental movement... Read more
?Year 11 girls are enjoying their Sixth Form Taster Day! Girls in their Food Tech taster lesson will be learning about chopping techniques such a julienne ? ?
Year 11 girls are enjoying their Sixth Form Taster Day! Girls in their Food Tech taster lesson will be learning about chopping techniques such a julienne ?
Parents are warmly invited to the E-safety and Digital Wellbeing Parents Evening which will take place Tuesday 12th February, where Mr Karl Hopwood, e-safety expert, will address parents openly about... Read more
Parents are warmly invited to the E-safety and Digital Wellbeing Parents Evening which will take place Tuesday 12th February, where @khopwood Karl Hopwood will address parents openly about the e-safety... Read more
Politics trip to the Houses of Parliament for our Sixth Form girls!
We were delighted to see former Head Girl team member Lizzie Marshall today, who popped by to see her old school! Lizzie is currently in her second year at Falmouth... Read more
We were delighted to see former Head Girl team member Lizzie Marshall today, who popped by to see her old school! Lizzie is currently in her second year at Falmouth... Read more
Year 10 students have been utilising the school’s new whiteboards, solving mathematics problems together #Mathematics
More about this in Friday’s newsletter! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxprep/status/1083403234625155072
Our Year 13 Biologists have been busy investigating the rate of reduction of an artificial hydrogen acceptor by Yeast dehydrogenase enzymes #womeninscience
Our beautiful poppy installation is now complete. Every girl in the school painted a tile to commemorate 100 years since the end of WW1. Isn't it wonderful?
Our beautiful poppy installation is now complete. Every girl in the school painted a tile to commemorate 100 years since the end of WW1. Isn't it wonderful?
2nd place and through to Nationals for the U16 team! Amazing!!???
2nd place and through to Nationals for the U16 team! Amazing, team! ???
Amazing results for St Mary’s, third place for the U13 team and first place for the U11 team! ???
Year 3 Scholarships available for September 2019. Details on our website https://stmarysschool.co.uk/school-information/scholarships-and-bursaries/
Year 3 Scholarships available for September 2019. Details on our website https://stmarysschool.co.uk/school-information/scholarships-and-bursaries/
Good luck SMS under 11 team, and their coach Miss Connell! ????
Good luck SMS under 11 team, and their coach Miss Connell! ????
Hosting the BSGA Southern Region Milano Trio Gymnastics Competition - good luck to all the schools competing!
Amazing Bethlehem song from Prep in the final assembly- and we all got to join in at the end! ?
Amazing Bethlehem song from Prep in the final assembly- and we all got to join in at the end! ?
Christmas jumpers!
Christmas jumpers!
A truly stunning Carol Concert tonight.
Here are Year 5 performing their Greek Plays in the style of Ancient Greek theatre. The plays were complete with a chorus and colourful masks!
Huge thanks to the members of Goldhill Church who performed and involved the Prep girls in, an interactive nativity this afternoon!
A level economists, playing an economics version of Articulate Mr Fernando made for them!
A level economists, playing an economics version of Articulate Mr Fernando made for them!
Judging the classroom decorations with Miss Newton- amazing work girls!
It’s Senior House quiz time!
Dining room looking amazing for the girls’ Christmas lunch today! ???
Science Club made their very own, very beautiful Christmas Tree with Mrs Chapman. Or, Chemis-tree if you will!
Senior Choir visited Leonard Cheshire Home and sang a lovely mix of traditional Christmas carols and popular Christmas songs. The girls thoroughly enjoyed their trip and the residents enjoyed seeing... Read more
Huge congratulations to the Pre-Prep girls and their teachers on their production of the modern nativity, A Midwife Crisis.The girls put on a hilarious and heartwarming performance, all remembering their... Read more
Jane Barnes from @Amershammuseum joined us, along with residents from Swarthmore House, for the afternoon, and using a bag full of memorabilia, stimulated a very interesting and active discussion between... Read more
?Year 10 Enterprise Day finished products! Aren’t they fabulous? ? ?
Year 10 Enterprise Day finished products! Aren’t they fabulous? ?
We can't wait to see this one, and all the other stars in Pre-Prep, in their play tomorrow!
We can't wait to see this one, and all the other stars in Pre-Prep, in their play tomorrow!
As part of Year 10’s Breast Health campaign, they want to remind you to make sure you check yourself regularly. Visit https://coppafeel.org/ for more info and to get a monthly... Read more
As part of Year 10’s Breast Health campaign, they want to remind you to make sure you check yourself regularly. Visit https://coppafeel.org/ for more info and to get a monthly... Read more
Year 10 are off timetable today for Enterprise Day. Ella, Year 12 Economics student, is running the day alongside Mr Fernando, during which the students will be creating their own... Read more
Congratulations to Olivia, Year 5, who won the Nunn Hayward Christmas card competition with her beautiful design, and to runners up Daria, Year 1, and Clementine, Year 2. Thank you... Read more
Year 8 are delivering biscuits, lucky pennies and messages of thanks to the fire station today #randomactsofkindness
Congratulations to Olivia, Year 5, who won the @nunn_hayward Christmas card competition with her beautiful design, and to runners up Daria, Year 1, and Clementine, Year 2. Thank you @nunn_hayward... Read more
Amazing production of The Light Burns Blue last night, well done girls. You're in for a treat if you're attending tonight!
Huge congratulations to Lisa on her showstopping cake in the final of Bake Off 2018 last night, and to all the bakers for their truly amazing cakes!
Last night, a group of ten singers from Senior House were invited to sing some Christmas carols and songs at the Bull Hotel in Gerrards Cross during their interior design... Read more
Last night, a group of ten singers from Senior House were invited to sing some Christmas carols and songs at the Bull Hotel in Gerrards Cross during their interior design... Read more
We will be tweeting soon on the new Prep twitter feed, give us a follow! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxprep
We will be tweeting soon on the new Prep twitter feed, give us a follow! https://twitter.com/stmarysgxprep The latest Tweets from stmarysgxprep (@stmarysgxprep). St Mary's School Girls aged 3-18. Gerrards Cross,... Read more
Year 4 girls are feeling festive in their class gingerbread house!
Year 4 girls are feeling festive in their class gingerbread house!
?Visit our website www.stmarysschool.co.uk for information on applying for Sixth Form Scholarships. Scholarships represent up to 30% of annual fees.?
Visit our website http://www.stmarysschool.co.uk for information on applying for Sixth Form Scholarships. Scholarships represent up to 30% of annual fees.
Tomorrow night our Chamber Choir will be singing at the Bull Hotel's Christmas Boutique event where you can enjoy a range of stalls whilst listening to our girls' beautiful singing!
Pre-Prep had a lovely surprise when 8Q popped over and presented them all with a balloon, as one of their random acts of kindness. Lucky girls!
Pre-Prep had a lovely surprise when 8Q popped over and presented them all with a balloon, as one of their random acts of kindness. Lucky girls!
You can still book tickets for this amazing production. Are there fairies at the bottom of the garden...? https://youtu.be/oGK_zlccaPk
You can still book tickets for this amazing production. Are there fairies at the bottom of the garden...? https://youtu.be/oGK_zlccaPk Production
Fun at the Frost Fair!
Frost Fair today! 10.30am - 2.00pm
?Mrs Dimmock is ready for the Frost Fair, are you? Come along tomorrow from 10.30am for a plethora of Christmassy stalls, face painting, bottle tombola, amazing food and so much... Read more
Mrs Dimmock is ready for the Frost Fair, are you? Come along tomorrow from 10.30am for a plethora of Christmassy stalls, face painting, bottle tombola, amazing food and so much... Read more
Year 9 are enjoying their GCSE Options Day! Here they are having a hot chocolate and getting ready to hear Ms Gilfedder speak about Accountancy and Apprenticeships.
Year 9 are enjoying their GCSE Options Day! Here they are having a hot chocolate and getting ready to hear Ms Gilfedder speak about Accountancy and Apprenticeships.
Christmas is coming to SMS! Mr Long has unwrapped and trimmed this beautiful tree ready for the Head Girl team to decorate! ?
?Delighted to welcome these St Mary’s “Old Girls” to talk our current Year 11 girls tonight at the Sixth Form Open Evening, 7pm. ?
Delighted to welcome these St Mary’s “Old Girls” to talk our current Year 11 girls tonight at the Sixth Form Open Evening, 7pm.
Huge congratulations to our Chamber Choir, and Mrs Phillips, for winning a Silver medal at the Marlow Music Festival with their beautiful renditions of 'Flanders Fields’ and ‘Electricity’ from Billy... Read more
Huge congratulations to our Chamber Choir, and Mrs Phillips, for winning a Silver medal at the Marlow Music Festival with their beautiful renditions of 'Flanders Fields’ and ‘Electricity’ from Billy... Read more
The girls in Reception have been learning their tricky words. They all made a superhero wrist band to help them learn them. It was great fun and all the girls... Read more
Sixth Form Open Evening tonight! Register below or just come along at 7pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/292338761388002/
Huge congratulations to the eight girls who played in the ISA Badminton, London North Region Tournament in Milton Keynes. The Year 10 Badminton team, came in a brilliant 2nd place,... Read more
The Early Years girls are having a lovely time at @thorpehousesch Forest School!
The Early Years girls are having a lovely time at Thorpe House's Forest School!
Of course no whole school assembly is complete without a school hymn, and what better school hymn than... Baby Shark! (doo doo doo doo doo doo) #childreninneed2018
A fantastic whole school assembly run by Year 12 girls about why we raise money for this charity and where the money goes. Hilariously competitive games- who can eat a... Read more
It's Friday, it's Children in Need, which can only mean one thing...cake! (and donuts, and more cake) #childreninneed2018
Year 8 were transported back to the heyday of the Tudor Court with a trip to Hampton Court Palace this week. See the full report in Friday's newsletter.
Year 3 had a lovely time at the Roald Dahl museum, sitting in his famous writing chair and exploring the galleries. The girls also edited some of Roald Dahl's work... Read more
Year 9 are off timetable today and taking part in an Enterprise Day. The girls are upcycling clothes to create two outfits for different target groups, and will perform a... Read more
Y13 had the pleasure of hearing Major General Tim Inshaw, who is also the President of the GX branch of the Royal British Legion, speak at their Enrichment session. Girls... Read more
Sixth Form Open Evening Wednesday 21 November 7.00pm-8.30pm Register here: https://www.facebook.com/events/292338761388002/
Ready...Steady...BAKE! Last night saw the first round of House Bake Off. 12 bakers tested their culinary genius with the imaginative and delicious Traybake Challenge. Congratulations to all 12 bakers especially... Read more
Every girl in the school is painting a poppy onto a tile to serve as a permanent tribute to the contribution made by British men and women in the First... Read more
Over half term the Geography Department ran a trip to Iceland for girls in Year 10 and above. As you can see from the photos it was an amazing trip,... Read more
Huge thanks to Miss Timberlake, former Headmistress, for opening our new building Cherry Tree House! And welcome back Mrs Ross!
Mrs Adams has welcomed former Headmistress, Miss Timberlake, and Head Girl teams from Prep and Senior House to her office for lunch, ahead of the opening of our new building,... Read more
Mrs Adams has welcomed former Headmistress, Miss Timberlake, and Head Girl teams from Prep and Senior House to her office for lunch, ahead of the opening of our new building,... Read more
What a lovely surprise Senior House staff had this morning when girls from 8Q went round giving out beautifully packaged biscuits as a "Random Act of Kindness"!
What a lovely surprise Senior House staff had this morning when girls from 8Q went round giving out beautifully packaged biscuits as a "Random Act of Kindness"!
Rehearsals for tonight's concert "A Night at the Musicals" are sounding fabulous. 7-9pm tonight, no tickets required!
Rehearsals for tonight's concert "A Night at the Musicals" are sounding fabulous. 7-9pm tonight, no tickets required!
Pre-Prep are having a great time at Tiggywinkles!
Amazing morning with ITV and @lorraine @CoppaFeelPeople @KrisPoB #breastcancerswarenessmonth #coppafeel https://t.co/fHQUxzyeLV
And it's a wrap! @DrHilaryJones interviewed St Mary's students live this morning for the @lorraine show and in conjunction with @CoppaFeelPeople, to promote the importance of early detection of breast... Read more
Preparations are underway for filming for the @lorraine show this morning. Be sure to tune in from 8.30am.
Don't forget to watch our girls on @reallorraine tomorrow! ITV and @CoppaFeelPeople will be coming to St Mary’s to film a live broadcast featuring Year 10. Be sure to tune... Read more
Don't forget to watch our girls live on "Lorraine" on ITV tomorrow! ITV and Coppafeel!, an organisation which aims to educate young people about breast cancer, will be coming to... Read more
If you are interested in a Nursery or Reception place, register to attend our Early Years Taster Session on Friday 9 November. Call our Registrar on 01753 883370 to register... Read more
Congratulations to all of our students who received their @LAMDAdrama certificates from Mrs Adams this morning.
A great Open Day today, we were delighted to welcome so many families!
A great Open Day today, we were delighted to welcome so many families!
Come along today and see the whole school from Nursery to Sixth Form and hear our new Headmistress, Mrs Adams, speak at 11am.
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Open Morning tomorrow, 10.00am-12.30pm. Come along to meet the students and teachers and to see all that St Mary's has to... Read more
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Open Morning tomorrow, 10.00am-12.30pm. Come along to meet the students and teachers and to see all that St Mary's has to... Read more
Year 1 and 2 took the opportunity to do their guided reading outdoors, reading to one another and asking each other lots of questions about the books they were reading.
The SMA were delighted to welcome parents to their coffee morning today!
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Well done to the Prep girls on a fantastic Harvest Assembly this morning. The girls sang a collection of songs with real enthusiasm and also took time to think about... Read more
We look forward to welcoming you to our Whole School Open Morning, this Saturday 10am - 12.30pm. All areas of the School will be open from Nursery to Sixth Form.... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your son? Then join the staff and boys at @thorpehousesch in Gerrrards Cross... Read more
We look forward to welcoming you at our Whole School Open Morning this Saturday, 10am - 12.30pm All areas of the School will be open from Nursery to Sixth Form.... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your son? Join the staff and boys at @thorpehousesch GX for their upcoming... Read more
Huge thanks to Eleanor Dimmock for coming in to talk to our Year 13 girls about her experiences at University, why she chose the course she did, her time at... Read more
Some of the new Year 10 Subject Ambassadors took an assembly to introduce the scheme to KS3 and encourage them to make use of the scheme to help them Aim... Read more
Some of the new Year 10 Subject Ambassadors took an assembly to introduce the scheme to KS3 and encourage them to make use of the scheme to help them Aim... Read more
Pre-Prep girls have been very busy out and about in the school grounds! Y1 put on their big listening ears and went for a listening walk, & EYFS went on... Read more
Are you looking for a school that really is passionate about getting the academic best out of your son? Join the staff and boys at @thorpehousesch GX for their upcoming... Read more
Our lovely SMA ladies trying out the fabulous new gym equipment that they raised an incredible £14,000 to fund. All the girls in Senior House will benefit from this brilliant... Read more
Our lovely SMA ladies trying out the fabulous new gym equipment that they raised an incredible £14,000 to fund. All the girls in Senior House will benefit from this brilliant... Read more
Inter-House Netball is underway and competitive spirit is plentiful on the courts!
As part of their enrichment programme Year 13 have been learning some hugely important life skills. Here they are learning about taking care of a car, including changing a tyre!
Pre-Prep gymnastics club in full swing!
Pre-Prep gymnastics club in full swing!
Excellent job on the cakes, Year 12! Raising money for such a worthy cause @macmillancancer @macmillancoffee
Year 1 took advantage of the sunny weather yesterday and went outside to practise their doubles using stones and chalk!
We were delighted to host Dr Aric Sigman yesterday evening for his talk on 'Parenting the Demanding Generation'. Very interesting and a lot of food for thought!
If you are looking for a Nursery or Reception place for your daughter in September 2019, why not register her for our Early Years taster session on Friday 5 October.... Read more
If you are looking for a Nursery or Reception place for your daughter in September 2019, why not register her for our Early Years taster session on Friday 5 October.... Read more
This morning, Prep enjoyed a very engaging and interactive assembly with Mrs Adams. There was impressive acting, some excellent responses to questions and a great theme about teamwork!
It may feel early to be thinking about Christmas already but don't forget to save the date for the Frost Fair!
It may feel early to be thinking about Christmas already but don't forget to save the date for the Frost Fair!
Thank you to @BPCollinsLaw who came and spoke to our Year 13s about Family law and work experience opportunities at the firm, as part of their enrichment programme.
The Fitness suite is up and running and the Year 10s are off to a flying start on a Friday morning! Huge thanks to the SMA for their support in... Read more
If you’re looking for a Gerrards Cross nursery that gives your son an educational head start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care, why not join @thorpehousesch for their nursery and reception... Read more
Looking for a nursery that gives your son an educational head start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care? Head to the #ThorpeExplorers nursery and reception open morning on 26.09.18 @thorpehousesch in... Read more
In their GCSE Art class, Year 10 have been working on organic forms and sketching peppers. You can see their finished work in tomorrow's newsletter. Excellent work, girls.
In their GCSE Art class, Year 10 have been working on organic forms and sketching peppers. You can see their finished work in tomorrow's newsletter. Excellent work, girls.
The dulcet tones of Senior Choir and "Grease" are ringing through the halls this lunchtime!
The dulcet tones of Senior Choir and "Grease" are ringing through the halls this lunchtime!
?In Early Years the girls explored outside using their senses, they wrote down things they could hear, see, touch and smell!?
In Early Years the girls explored outside using their senses, they wrote down things they could hear, see, touch and smell!
Prep girls enjoying joining in with the Little Samurai Kickboxing demonstration!
Prep girls enjoying joining in with the Little Samurai Kickboxing demonstration!
Thank you to @StHughsCollege for the excellent, thought provoking and inspiring symposium on Gwyneth Bebb, an Old St Mary's girl @NickyMorgan01
Year 1 have been acting out the story of Tyrannosaurus Drip using some dinosaur masks they made!
Some of our Reception girls were "maths explorers" outside this morning! They found lots of numbers, collected them up and then decided to make their own number line.
Some of our Reception girls were "maths explorers" outside this morning! They found lots of numbers, collected them up and then decided to make their own number line.
Looking for a nursery that gives your son an educational head start whilst also offering wrap-a-round care? Head to the #ThorpeExplorers nursery and reception open morning on 26.09.18 @thorpehousesch in... Read more
Whole School Open Morning, Saturday 13 October 10am - 12.30pm All areas of the School will be open from Nursery to Sixth Form. Come and meet the teachers and our... Read more
Year 7 are enjoying their brand new classroom in Cherry Tree House for their History lesson!
Year 7 are enjoying their brand new classroom in Cherry Tree House for their History lesson!
We were delighted to welcome the first Nursery group this morning, who had a lovely morning in Early Years.
We were delighted to welcome the first Nursery group this morning, who had a lovely morning in Early Years.
A great first day back at school today. Cherry Tree House looks fabulous and is being put to full use!
The Sixth Form students had a great time paint-balling today! Awards were won by Mr Cox, Scarlet, Amelia, Millie and Joanna for their particular bravery, team leadership and strengths in... Read more
The Sixth Form students had a great time paint-balling today! Awards were won by Mr Cox, Scarlet, Amelia, Millie and Joanna for their particular bravery, team leadership and strengths in... Read more
Welcome to Year 7! Have a wonderful day at St Mary's.
Welcome to Year 7! Have a wonderful day at St Mary's.
Congratulations to our Year 11 students who received their GCSE results today. There is much cause for celebration, with results across the board significantly above the national average and 50%... Read more
Congratulations to all of the students who received their A level results today. The results were again impressive this year, with 28% of all grades achieved at A* or A,... Read more
Many congratulations to all of the students who received their A level results today. The results were again impressive this year, with 28% of all grades achieved at A* or... Read more
Cherry Tree House this morning. All coming together very nicely!
Cherry Tree House this morning. All coming together very nicely!
The Pre-Prep girls and their teachers are enjoying their Teddy Bears Picnic!
The Pre-Prep girls and their teachers are enjoying their Teddy Bears Picnic!
Our Year 11s had a fun-filled day at Thorpe Park. A well deserved break after all of their GCSE examinations!
Speech Day was a wonderful affair today! With lovely musical accompaniments, informative and entertaining speeches, a wide array of well deserved prizes and an incredibly interesting talk by our guest... Read more
Early years are practising mindfulness. Today they gave each other a mindful massage! The girls are very sensible and are great at finding a happy place.
Early Years are practising mindfulness. Today they gave each other a mindful massage! The girls are very sensible and are great at finding a happy place.
Good luck to our KS2 girls in the Rotary Youth Speaks competition tonight at @thorpehousesch
Good luck to our KS2 girls in the Rotary Youth Speaks competition tonight at Thorpe House!
What a fabulous Pre-Prep end of year celebration! Well done, girls.
What a fabulous Pre-Prep end of year celebration! Well done, girls.
Today we are delighted to welcome all of our new students who will be joining us in September. Whether in Senior House or Prep the girls are having a day... Read more
Congratulations to our Years 5 and 6 cricketers who came second in their tournament yesterday, after playing several matches and scoring hundreds of runs!
Poppy was 8th on floor with 9.35 score and 12th on beam, in Florida! Amazing result for Poppy and her coaches and the School are so proud!
Huge congratulations to Poppy, Year 8, who has qualified in Silver level finals for beam and floor, and will be competing again tonight in Florida at the IAIGC World Championships.... Read more
Huge congratulations to Poppy, Year 8, who has qualified in Silver level finals for beam and floor, and will be competing again tonight in Florida at the IAIGC World Championships.... Read more
Our girls are enjoying a fabulous seaside themed lunch today! @HolroydHowe
Murder in Maths! Who will solve the crime...
A great start to sports day, some impressive performances this morning, with many to come in the track events this afternoon!
What a brilliant Prep Sports Day! Well done, girls!
Y7 had a great time at Warwick Castle yesterday, having spent the year studying life in Medieval England. They walked the ramparts and looked out for all the defensive features... Read more
Year 7 have been putting all their knowledge from their Maths lessons this term to excellent use - baking cakes!
Congratulations to all the girls who took part in the Senior Swimming Gala today! Results yet to be revealed...
Prep Sports Day practice is in full swing!