Welcome
It is my pleasure to welcome you to our website – designed to offer a glimpse into what life is like at our wonderful school. Founded in the early 20th century, St. Mary’s has a long-standing tradition of serving local families. It has continued to grow and evolve while staying true to its strong reputation in the local community for its caring ethos and commitment to high-quality education.
Our mission – Every person matters, every moment counts – reflects our belief that every part of the school day is an opportunity for meaningful learning. We take time to get to know each child as an individual, celebrating their strengths and helping them discover what they can offer to the world.
Mrs V Ramshaw
Headteacher
Our Mission and Vision
Every person matters, every moment counts. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
At St Mary's we welcome and value our children, families and wider community. We embrace and celebrate differences, enabling each individual to flourish and make a difference in the world. We create an enriching, safe environment that provides our pupils with an excellent education, underpinned by our faith and love of Christ.
🌟 A Magical Performance of The Tempest 🌟
In March, a talented group of 15 Year 5 pupils from our school had the opportunity to take part in the Shakespeare School’s Theatre Festival hosted at Durham University. This unforgettable production was the result of weeks of dedication, teamwork, and creativity—and what a journey it was! From designing and making our own props, to […]
Published: June 8, 2026
🌟 Parent/Carer Workshop – Wed 17th June 🌟
This is a reminder that we are looking forward to welcoming parents and carers to our upcoming Parent/Carer Workshop, led by Louise Vardy from the SEND & Inclusion Team at Durham County Council. The session will provide a valuable opportunity to:✔ Learn more about key issues affecting children✔ Speak directly with a specialist advisor from […]
Published: June 8, 2026
👏 Achievement Assembly – 5th June 2026 🎉
Pupil Achievement Awards The Pupil Achievement Award celebrates those everyday heroes who show they’re Ready, Respectful and Safe—and who live out our school mission: Every person matters, every moment counts. Whether it’s making kind choices, showing great attitude or leading by example, these pupils stand out for all the right reasons. They don’t just follow […]
Published: June 8, 2026
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is an exempt charity. It is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales under company registration number 07890590. The registered office address is Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education HQ, Barmston Court, Turbine Business Park, Nissan Way, Washington, SR5 3NY.