Inclusion at St Mary’s

Vision for Inclusion:

At St Mary’s Catholic Primary Academy, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our mission, “The Spirit of Jesus Christ in our heads, hearts, words and actions, where we learn and grow together,” we believe that every child is a unique gift from God, deserving of dignity, respect and the opportunity to flourish.

We are committed to creating a nurturing, ambitious and welcoming community where all children feel valued, safe and able to succeed, regardless of their starting point, background, need or circumstance. Inspired by Christ’s example of love, compassion and service, we strive to remove barriers to learning and participation so that every child can fully belong, contribute and achieve.

We recognise that inclusion is not simply about access; it is about ensuring that every child is known, understood and celebrated. By working in partnership with families, staff, governors and external agencies, we foster a culture where diversity is embraced, individual strengths are recognised and all members of our community learn and grow together.

In living out our Catholic mission, we seek to ensure that every child can truly experience a sense of belonging and fulfilment, empowered to become the person God created them to be.

What is inclusion?