St Mary’s CE Primary School, Moss Side

Growing Together in Faith, Learning and Community

We are delighted to celebrate our close partnership with St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, sharing a commitment to nurturing children, supporting families and bringing Life + Hope for All to our community.

Through worship, learning, school celebrations and our weekly Bible Stories Club, we enjoy growing together in faith, friendship and service.

Our Foundation Governors

Supporting the Christian Vision of Our School

Our church community plays an important role in the life and leadership of St Mary’s through Foundation Governors, who serve alongside other members of the school's Governing Body.

Foundation Governors help to:

• Uphold and develop the school's distinctive Christian vision and ethos.
• Strengthen relationships between church, school and the wider community.
• Support and challenge school leaders in providing excellent education.
• Encourage a welcoming and inclusive school where every child can flourish.

Together, we seek to ensure that the school's Christian foundation continues to inspire its life, learning and service to Moss Side.

The Biggest Bible Stories Club

Every Wednesday – Exploring Faith and Stories Together!

Each Wednesday, our church team brings the Bible to life through storytelling, videos, games, creative activities and lively conversations.

Welcoming children from different faith backgrounds, we also explore great stories from other faith traditions, making connections with Christianity and the diverse beliefs within our school community.

Together, we discover how these stories speak to our lives today, encouraging curiosity, thoughtful questions, friendship and mutual respect.
 

School Admissions – A Welcome for All

St Mary’s is a Church of England primary school welcoming children and families from across the diverse community of Moss Side.

Admissions are managed through Manchester City Council, rather than through church attendance or membership.

Our church warmly supports the school's commitment to welcoming and serving the whole community.

Families wishing to apply for a school place should consult the school's current admissions arrangements and Manchester City Council's admissions guidance.

Celebrating Our Partnership

We give thanks for the children, families, teachers, staff and governors who make St Mary’s such an important part of our community.

Whether through Wednesday Biggest Stories Club, collective worship, special celebrations or the work of our Foundation Governors, we look forward to continuing to grow together.

One community, growing in faith, friendship and hope.