Aims of St. Mary's N.S.

• To ensure a sound Christian formation
• To help our pupils realise their potential and be confident of their own ability
• To help them make decisions and develop a sense of discipline
• To encourage the uniqueness of each child and help them develop worthwhile relationships with others around them

St. Mary's N.S. Vision Statement

• The staff at St. Mary's have evolved the following vision statement to secure the implementation of our stated aim:
• We will work to sustain responsible educational success as a Primary School.
• We will conduct our teaching ethically and demonstrate leadership in satisfying our responsibility to the community of Virginia.  Our work environment will be safe and productive and characterised by fair treatment, open communication, teamwork, personal accountability and opportunity for growth and development for all.
• We will strive to have a school that our students, parents and teachers are proud of, committed to and where all have an opportunity to contribute, be fairly treated, listened to and involved.  Above all, we want satisfaction from accomplishments, friendships, balanced personal and professional lives and to have fun in our endeavours.