ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL • SUNDERLAND

NEWSLETTER

News, celebrations and important information from our school community
ISSUE
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TERM
Autumn
DATE
October 2026
Life at St. Mary's Catholic Primary School
THIS WEEK AT ST. MARY'S
Growing, loving and learning together in our St. Mary's family
FROM MR CLEPHANE

A Message from our Headteacher

Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome to our latest newsletter from St. Mary's. It is always a pleasure to share some of the learning, achievements and special moments taking place throughout our school.

Our children continue to make us proud through their enthusiasm for learning, their kindness towards one another and the many ways in which they contribute to our school community.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership. We hope you enjoy catching up with everything that has been happening at St. Mary's.

Mr M. Clephane
Headteacher
FRONT PAGE STORY

This Week's Highlight

Forest School at St. Mary's
LEARNING AT ST. MARY'S

Growing, Loving and Learning Together

At St. Mary's, we want every child to enjoy rich learning experiences that help them grow academically, socially, spiritually and emotionally.

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AROUND ST. MARY'S

News & Celebrations

Catholic Life at St. Mary's
BELIEF

Faith at the Heart of St. Mary's

Our Catholic faith is central to everything we do. Use this area for Celebration of the Word, Mass, prayer, Religious Education, Marian traditions or another special moment from the Catholic life of our school.

Forest School at St. Mary's
FOREST SCHOOL

Learning in the Great Outdoors

Children from Nursery through to Year 6 have opportunities to experience Forest School. Share the latest outdoor learning, planting, growing, cooking, exploring or environmental adventures here.

Learning at St. Mary's
CURRICULUM

Bringing Learning to Life

Use this area to showcase brilliant learning from across the curriculum. It could feature science, history, geography, art, music, computing, maths, English or a fantastic class project.

Mini Vinnies at St. Mary's
MINI VINNIES

Turning Concern into Action

Our Mini Vinnies put their faith into action by helping people in school, our local community and the wider world. Share their latest charitable work, fundraising or community project here.

Environmental learning at St. Mary's
ENVIRONMENT

Caring for Our Common Home

Environmental responsibility is one of our BREW values. Use this space for Eco Action Team news, gardening, sustainability projects, Green Flag activities or ways our pupils are caring for God's creation.

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READING

Celebrating a Love of Reading

Use this story to celebrate reading across school. Share favourite books, phonics achievements, class texts, reading rewards, library activities or special reading events.

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WELLBEING

Supporting One Another

Wellbeing is at the heart of the St. Mary's experience. Use this area for Wellbeing Champions, mental health activities, friendship, PSHE, resilience or another example of our caring school community.

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CLASS NEWS

A Brilliant Week in Class

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NOTICEBOARD

Quick Updates

ATTENDANCE

Every Day Matters

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SCHOOL CLUBS

What's On?

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UNIFORM

School & PE Kit

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REMINDER

This Week

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OUR MISSION
“Growing, Loving and Learning in the Arms of Mary”
St. Mary's Catholic Primary School
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Parent & Carer Reminder

Use this highlighted area each week for the one important message you particularly need families to notice. This could be an upcoming deadline, attendance message, trip information, uniform reminder, safety notice or special event.