St Mary’s shortlisted for Independent Girls’ School of the Year - St Mary’s Colchester

St Mary’s shortlisted for Independent Girls’ School of the Year

St Mary’s Shortlisted for Independent Girls’ School of the Year.

We are thrilled to announce that St Mary’s has been shortlisted for Independent Girls’ School of the Year 2025, as part of the highly respected Independent Schools of the Year Awards.

These national awards, led by Independent School Parent, recognise outstanding achievements and innovation across the UK’s independent sector. Being shortlisted is a powerful recognition of our commitment to delivering exceptional, girl-centred education.

At St Mary’s, we believe that girls are remarkable. Our approach is rooted in the understanding that girls learn best in environments tailored to their strengths and aspirations. We offer an enlightened, empowering, and complete education – designed to help every girl thrive, both academically and personally.

Mrs Nicola Griffiths, Principal of St Mary’s, shared her pride in this achievement: “This shortlisting is a testament to the dedication of our staff, the enthusiasm of our pupils and the strength of our school community. At St Mary’s, we are passionate about educating girls in a way that celebrates who they are and empowers who they will become. To have this recognised at a national level is a wonderful affirmation of our mission and values.”

We eagerly await the final results, which will be announced later this year. In the meantime, we celebrate this honour as a reflection of the vibrant, forward-thinking education we are proud to offer at St Mary’s.