Welcome

Welcome to St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich.

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is an outstanding school for children aged between 4 and 11. We are proud to be part of the Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust and the Diocese of East Anglia,see links below.

During their time with us, the children will learn the skills and attitudes which help to shape their futures. We aim to identify and promote their skills to the full and believe that children learn best in an atmosphere that embodies discipline and structure. Emphasis is placed on the raising of self-esteem in each child developing a sense of responsibility to the world around them.

We enable children to develop their personal relationship with God through the teaching of Gospel values. St Mary's is a family and each member is cared for and respected. We are very much a part of the parish community of the Catholic Churches of St Mary's, St James, St Pancras and St Thomas and we recognise the importance of partnership with both home and parish. By the time our children leave we expect them to be confident, competent learners with a pride in themselves and their achievements.

Mission Statement

St Mary's is a welcoming school where we recognise, affirm and develop the unique gifts and talents of each individual. We provide a place where all are offered an opportunity to come to know Jesus better through learning, through worship, through the daily life of the school and through relationships with each other. We recognise parents as the first educators of their children and work hard to foster positive relationships and strong working partnerships between the school, parents, and all those responsible for the children's welfare and education. We strive to be inclusive, inspired by the Gospel Values through our service to others. We teach our children to value and celebrate diversity. We live out our drivers of community, communication and whole child.

We hope that you enjoy browsing our website, and that you find the information you are looking for. Below are some documents which you will find informative and useful including our mission statement, aims and values which tell you a little more about how our school works. Please feel free to contact the school direct on 01473 728372 with any queries you may have.

Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Mrs Berry and Mrs Measham, Headteachers

Diocese Report, April 2018.

"Pupils benefit very well from the school’s Catholic ethos. Their growing awareness of their Catholic faith is very effectively fostered as is their understanding of how to live this out in their lives by following the example of Jesus. This is reflected in pupils’ very good behaviour and positive attitudes to learning."

Ofsted, March 2024.

"The motto of ‘be ready, safe and respectful’ resonates throughout this highly diverse school community. Pupils behave and learn exceptionally well. Pupils respect and value difference. They do not tolerate any form of discrimination."

"Pupils develop important leadership skills. Pupils help to run the library. Student councillors represent other pupils’ views. They negotiate with leaders on how to improve the school environment. The ‘Mini Vinnies’ orchestrate a range of fundraising activities for local, regional and international charities. "