St. Mary School

946 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT, 06070-0607
Tel: (860)658-9412
Grades: PK - 8 | 227 students
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St. Mary's School is a unique learning institution committed to academic excellence in an atmosphere of Christian caring. Since our founding in 1957, St. Mary's School has created a close, caring community that supports and nurtures the child. Our dedicated faculty members forge strong bonds with our 260+ students and their families. The rich history and tradition of our school promotes a parish school relationship within a community of faith. We welcome you and your child into our circle of traditional learning, daily faith, and loving respect. As the Farmington Valley's only Catholic school for grades K-8, our students flourish with our challenging academic regimen, religious instruction, and diverse programs in the arts, music, and athletics. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps prepare younger children for their formal schooling, with a focus on Christ-centered values and creative learning. St. Mary's School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (the last re accreditation was in 2008) and the Connecticut State Department of Education.

School Overview:
St. Mary School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Education Association
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Learning Programs Supported Language based / mild learning differences
Year Founded 1957
Student Body
Total Students 227 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 2% (CT School Avg.: 24%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 15:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 90%
Classroom dress code Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $4,248
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,000
Admissions Director Principal
Admissions Associate administrative assistant
Sports
Total Sports Offered 6 sports
Sports
Basketball Cheering
Cross Country Field Hockey
Soccer Volleyball

School Notes:

  • St. Mary's School is a unique learning institution committed to academic excellence in an atmosphere of Christian caring. Since our founding in 1957, St. Mary's School has created a close, caring community that supports and nurtures the child. Our dedicated faculty members forge strong bonds with our 260+ students and their families. The rich history and tradition of our school promotes a parish school relationship within a community of faith. We welcome you and your child into our circle of traditional learning, daily faith, and loving respect. As the Farmington Valley's only Catholic school for grades K-8, our students flourish with our challenging academic regimen, religious instruction, and diverse programs in the arts, music, and athletics. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps prepare younger children for their formal schooling, with a focus on Christ-centered values and creative learning. St. Mary's School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (the last re accreditation was in 2008) and the Connecticut State Department of Education.

    • Profile last updated: 08/31/2012

Nearby Schools:

St. Mary School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Westminster School
Gr. 9-12 | 0.4 mi. away
The Cobb School Montessori
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-6 | 2.8 mi. away
Ethel Walker School
Gr. 6-12 | 2.8 mi. away
The Master's School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-12 | 3.2 mi. away
Bright Horizons Family Solutio
Gr. PK-K | 4.2 mi. away

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