St Mary’s Colchester |

Empowering girls

St Mary’s Colchester is an independent school in Essex for girls age 4-16. We provide a complete education designed specifically to empower girls to thrive at school and beyond. We also have a Kindergarten for children age 2-4, where we offer an outstanding academic and all-round pre-school education.

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St Mary's Voices

Discover the unique atmosphere of St Mary’s Colchester through the voices of pupils, teachers and parents. Gain valuable insights into our school’s culture, values and educational journey by watching their heartfelt video testimonials.

Testimonials

Higher attainment continues to be seen at single-sex schools, compared with co-ed schools when looking at all subjects.

GSA’S ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN GIRLS’ SCHOOLS REPORT

My daughter has made such progress since joining St Mary’s – not only has her academic work improved, but she is confident and happier in her own skin.

ST MARY’S PARENT

Robust research consistently proves that girls’ schools fuel the best futures for young women

DONNA STEVENS, GSA’S CEO

We know that success in life comes from more than just impressive exam results. In addition to a high-quality academic education, we also deliver an all-round education designed specifically for girls to thrive at St Mary’s and in life.

MRS NICOLA GRIFFITHS, PRINCIPAL

I feel very pleased but also relieved that I have done so well in my GCSEs. Returning to school to collect my results today and seeing my teachers who provide such a supportive environment for us to learn in has felt like I’m celebrating with family.

LEXI, FORMER YEAR 11 STUDENT
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News & Updates

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University of Essex AI Conference for girls at St Mary's Colchester

22 January 2026

University of Essex & St Mary’s Collaborate to Deliver Inspiring AI Conference for Girls

St Mary’s pupils from Years 9–11 took part in an inspiring bespoke Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference, delivered through a collaborative partnership between St Mary’s School and the University of Essex. Hosted...

New St Mary's Principal Mr Lee Daniel Faith

14 January 2026

St Mary’s Appoints New Principal

The Governors of St Mary’s are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Lee Daniel Faith as the school’s new Principal, effective from the summer term. He will succeed Mrs Nicola...

11+ club at St Mary's Lower School

15 December 2025

St Mary’s Top Feeder to Colchester County High School for Girls

St Mary’s is proud to be the top feeder school to Colchester County High School for Girls (CCHSG), reflecting the strength of our academic provision and the success of our pupils....

Pupils at all-girls' school St Mary's achieved outstanding results in their GCSEs in 2025

10 December 2025

St Mary’s Senior School Ranked 7th in England of Independent Schools with No Sixth Form

The Sunday Times has identified St Mary’s Senior School in Colchester as 7th in England, in its rankings of top independent secondary schools with no sixth forms. Using GCSE results from...

Year 11 St Mary's pupil Earns Honours List Recognition in Immerse Education Essay Competition

19 November 2025

Emily Earns Prestigious Honours List Recognition in Global Immerse Education Essay Competition

Congratulations to Emily in Year 11 who has been included in the Honours List in the Immerse Education Essay Competition! Based on the brief ‘write about a medical breakthrough from the...

Early Learners event at St Mary's Lower School in Colchester
Attend Early Learners

free outdoor learning event for children age 2-4

Friday 6 February, 9.30-10.30am at St Mary’s Lower School