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Welcome to Bathwick St. Mary Church School!

I am delighted to welcome you to Bathwick St. Mary Church School. We are a thriving, inclusive and joyful school that provides a stimulating environment in which we celebrate and nurture every child.

As soon as you visit you will see our inspiring education rooted in core Christian values where we challenge and support our children to reach their full academic potential and become compassionate, courageous individuals. Our bespoke ‘ACE’ (Academic, Creative and Ethical) curriculum and skilled staff promote a lifelong love of learning, encouraging children to become caring and confident advocates for others and our world. Please click here to find out more about our Vision, ‘Achieving excellence through the pursuit of good‘, our Mission and our Christian Values.

We hope that your visit will be the first step on the road to a thriving partnership. To arrange a visit please email office@bsm.bwmat.org or call 01225 465654. I very much look forward to meeting with you soon.

Kevin Purkiss
Headteacher

Our commitment to Safeguarding

Bathwick St. Mary Church School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. For more information, please review our Safeguarding policies under the ‘Safeguarding Information’ link or please speak to our Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead, Kevin Purkiss.

Consultation on Admission Arrangements for 2026/27

Please see the Admissions page for information on the consultation on proposals to alter the Admission Arrangements for Bathwick St Mary Church School for 2026/27.

Our Fabulous Performances!

There are many examples of wonderful music and drama at Bathwick St Mary Church School. Please see below for examples:


Is your child due to start school in 2025?

We have now held all our Open Mornings for this year. However, you are very welcome to come for an individual tour of the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

Applying for an in year space?

If you are interested in applying for a place in a current school year for your child, you are very welcome to come for an individual tour of the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

Full Wraparound Care service at Bathwick!

Our school is open on every school day throughout the year from 7.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 7.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. on Fridays. Parents can book their child into Breakfast Club and into After School Club. This service provides additional activities for our children and allows much greater flexibility to the normal drop-off and pick-up times. We’ve recreated a family environment – the ‘Club family’ where children can enjoy a relaxed choice of activities at both breakfast and after school care. To book, please see more information here.

To find out more, please contact the school office.

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