<![CDATA[St Mary's Church of England School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D1%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:22 GMT Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:22 GMT <![CDATA[ Our Christian Values Awards ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=13 At St Mary's School, our Christian Values, Respect, Integrity and Resilience, underpin everything that we do.  Children understand how these values help them to be good learners and outstanding citizens enabling them to 'shine as lights in the world'.

This week, the following children have consistently shown one or more of our Christian values in action:

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:27:00 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=13 <![CDATA[ Good Behaviour of the Week ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=14 Congratulations to the following children who have consistently demonstrated exemplary behaviour this week: 

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:30:07 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=14 <![CDATA[ Good Learning Board ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=21 Congratulations to the following children who have their names on the Good Learning Board:

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:22 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=21 <![CDATA[ Children's Mental Health Week 2026 ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=58 Children's Mental Health Week 2026

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:00:31 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ Competition Winner ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=56 While a pupil at the Oxfordshire hospital school, Finn entered a competition to raise awareness about vehicle idling. The poster design was part of a fun initiative to involve children in highlighting the health and environmental impact on staff, patients and visitors. Only recently have they been made and put up around the hospital. I have attached the photo of him receiving it too.

This is from part of the social media posts:

The winning slogan – ‘Switch On (brain), Switch Off (engine)’ – reminds us to cut unnecessary car fumes and protect the health of patients, visitors and staff.

It can be seen near entrance drop-off areas where vehicle idling is most common.

Tim Gustafson, one of the judges and a directorate manager, said: “Finn’s powerful design and catchy slogan is inspired and sends out a strong message. Drivers are more likely to take note of the impact unnecessary car fumes have on our patients, visitors, and staff.”

]]> Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:17:24 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=56 <![CDATA[ 25 Years of St Mary's Ariel Photos ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=54 Ariel Photo's from St Mary's 25th years on Fairford Leys

]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:15:21 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ 25 Years of St Mary's Video ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=53 Samuel, in year 4, would like to share with you all his video celebrating 25 years of St Mary's on Fairford Leys.

]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:03:32 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=53 <![CDATA[ Sports Day Results ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=52 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:15:01 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ TT Rockstars Weekly Battle ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=28 This weeks winning house is NIGHTINGALE!

]]> Fri, 16 May 2025 15:23:10 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=28 <![CDATA[ VE Day ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=55 The children and staff celebrated VE day with a street party and maypole dancing.

]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:31:23 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=55 <![CDATA[ Super Scientists ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=48 Our Super Scientist for this term are

]]> Thu, 3 Apr 2025 11:33:58 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ Harry Potter Cast Visit ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=51 Thu, 6 Mar 2025 17:06:01 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ New Mozart Orchestra ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=50 Thu, 6 Mar 2025 17:06:42 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=50 <![CDATA[ Bob Marley's 80th Birthday ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=49 Today, to celebrate Bob Marley’s 80th Birthday, we joined over 250,000 other singers across the globe! We participated in a live sing-along in a medley of his music, having learnt the songs and moves over the last couple of weeks. 

]]> Thu, 6 Feb 2025 17:07:33 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=49 <![CDATA[ Good Luck Miss Stott ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=47 Today, we said goodbye to Miss Stott, who has started her maternity leave. During the assembly, she was presented with gifts for her and her new arrival. The whole school wishes her the best of luck and await news of the baby’s arrival, and hopefully a visit in the near future.

]]> Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:35:25 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ Santa Lucia ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=46 Children were treated to a special Santa Lucia procession in Collective Worship today. Children from Year 4 were Santa Lucia, tärnor and sjärngossar and we learned all about how people in Sweden, Norway and parts of Finland mark the start of Christmas. Children in Reception then ate special buns and gingerbread and all agreed that they were delicious!

]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:42:01 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=46 <![CDATA[ St Mary's Reindeer Dash ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=45 Nightingale House Reindeer Dash

]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2024 11:38:00 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ Year 4 Roman Day ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=44 Year 4 were treated to a Roman feast during their experience day. The children and staff had a wonderful day learning about life in the Roman era. 

]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2024 09:42:27 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ The Bethlehem Bake Off ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=43 What a treat this performance was! A huge well done to all the children for a showstopping performance. Thank you to the KS1 team who worked tirelessly to ensure the performance was a delight for the parents to watch!

]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:20:18 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ Christmas Bingo! ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=42 Thank you to the PTA for organising a super bingo event. It was a fun-filled evening for everyone!

]]> Fri, 29 Nov 2024 21:03:01 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ Year 1 Assembly ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=41 Today, Year 1 showcased the learning they have been doing in class. The parents and KS1 children enjoyed an informative assembly. 

]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:02:43 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Operation Christmas Child ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=40 Today we had the pleasure of taking a staggering 112 shoe boxes to Stoke Mandeville Church. The church wardens were delighted with the amount of boxes, knowing the difference these gifts would make. All the shoe boxes were filled to the brim with toys, personal care items, school supplies, and fun gifts. We needed two cars, and the shoe boxes only just fit in! 

Thank you to Miss Bell for organising this, Ria, Pippa and Stan for being great ambassadors for the school and to the school community for your generous donations. 

]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:34:29 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Remembrance Day ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=38 Today, we remember all those who have served our country in a very poignant Year 6 Remembrance Day Collective Worship. 

]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:47:41 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ Good luck, Mrs Ilyas! ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=36 Today, we said goodbye to Mrs Ilyas, who has started her maternity leave. During the assembly, she was presented with gifts, a cake and had a moving speech written for her. The whole school wishes her the best of luck and await news of the baby’s arrival.

]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:49:06 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ Sports Captains ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=34 Huge congratulations to the following Year 6 children who are our new Sports Captains:

Hawkin: Chloe and Sophie

Nightingale: Louisa and Isadora

Parks: James and Charlie

Winton: Poppy and Alice

Thank you to everyone that applied.

]]> Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:54:36 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ Junior Road Safety Officers ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=33 We would like to congratulate and introduce our new Junior Road Safety Officers: Ava, Jarshan, Holly, Lyla, Farida, Dhanvi and Elsie.

They will be working on the school's Travel Plan and providing information throughout the year on how to remain safe while travelling to and from school.

]]> Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:53:59 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=33 <![CDATA[ Year 2 Trip to Science Museum ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=32 Year 2 had lots of fun exploring and investigating lots of different scientific activities at the Science Museum in Oxford.

]]> Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:25:23 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=32 <![CDATA[ Westcott Space Cluster visits Year 5 ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=39 Today, Mark from Westcott Space Cluster visited Year 5 to inspire them about space. Mark provided the children with a hands-on experience where the children were able to handle a satellite that went into space. The children saw space food and many more exciting things. The children and staff were captivated!

]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:01:01 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ Head Boy & Girl ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=31 Congratulations to our new 

Head Boy - Rowan and his deputy Casey

Head Girl - Sienna and her deputy Isla

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:47:06 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=31 <![CDATA[ House Captains ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=30 Our new house captains for 2024-2025 are

Hawking - Alba & Reese

Nightingale - Cory & Cailin

Parks - Emily & Harry L

Winton - Abbie & Zack

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:43:26 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=30 <![CDATA[ The Wombles visit Year 5 ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=29 The Wombles visit Year 5.

]]> Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:59:17 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=29 <![CDATA[ Have a lovely summer! ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=27

Wishing all of our St Mary's family a wonderful summer break!

]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:32:47 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=27 <![CDATA[ It's Coming Home... ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=26 Staff and children at St Mary's school would like to wish our men's football team all the very best for the Euros' Final on Sunday! 

]]> Fri, 12 Jul 2024 17:26:20 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=26 <![CDATA[ Artists' Tea Party ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=25 Parents and pupils enjoyed an 'artists' tea party' today to celebrate the wonderful art that has been produced across the whole school this year.

]]> Fri, 12 Jul 2024 17:07:52 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=25 <![CDATA[ Sports Day 2024 ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=24 Our sports day got off to a fantastic start with a wonderful opening ceremony by the Year 6s.

]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:02:12 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=24 <![CDATA[ Year 5 Music Assembly ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=23 Musical talents are showcased at St Mary's School.

]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:04:27 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=23 <![CDATA[ Steve Fru visits St Mary's ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=22 St Mary's pupils were excited to meet Steve Fru, a GB gymnast and a Commonwealth Games gold medallist.

]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2024 13:55:21 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=22 <![CDATA[ Y6 arrive at Whitemoor Lakes ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=20 Year 6 have arrived at Whitemoor Lakes and, whilst it's been a wet start to the trip,  they have already had a lot of fun!

]]> Thu, 23 May 2024 13:51:45 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=20 <![CDATA[ ODBST Eco Summit ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=19 Our Year 5 Eco Warriors attended the Eco Summit at the Downley School in High Wycombe. After their presentation about St Mary's commitment to sustainability, we made seed bombs from clay, soil and seeds before exploring the Downley's Forest School. What fantastic ambassadors for the school!

]]> Thu, 23 May 2024 13:49:24 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=19 <![CDATA[ Y3 Egyptian Day ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=18 Year 3 were transported back to Ancient Egyptian times today! Children took part in a range of activities which culminated in a celebration. What a wonderful day!

]]> Mon, 20 May 2024 17:24:05 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=18 <![CDATA[ PGL Liddington ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=17 Y4 had a wonderful time at PGL Liddington with superb weather.

]]> Fri, 10 May 2024 15:10:43 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=17 <![CDATA[ Y2 trip to Claydon House ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=9 Y2 children had a wonderful day at Claydon House. They dressed up as soldiers and learnt about the treacherous journey they would had in orderl to get to Crimea, they also learnt how to load their rifle. 

They pretended they were nurses and soldiers in Scutari Hospital and learnt of the awful conditions that Florence faced.

They also sat on the very same bed that Florence would have slept in when visiting her sister at Claydon House. 

]]> Sun, 5 May 2024 09:59:17 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=9 <![CDATA[ New Library Grand Opening ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=8 We were delighted to invite children's author, Lou Treleven into school today to open our new library.

]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2024 17:01:04 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=8 <![CDATA[ District Champions! ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=3 St Mary's Girls' Football team were crowned league champions following a 5-0 defeat of local rivals, Oak Green.

]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:46:41 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=3 <![CDATA[ Happy Easter ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=7 We would like to wish all our families a very happy Easter break!

]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:03:37 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=7 <![CDATA[ Girls shine at dance festival ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=11 Year 5 and 6 girls took place in a dance festival at Stoke Mandeville School today. The girls took part in different dance workshops before performing their own routines. We were all really proud of them!

]]> Sun, 5 May 2024 10:15:44 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=11 <![CDATA[ World Book Day 2024 ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=6 What a lovely day we have all had, having the opportunity to share our favourite stories with our friends!

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:24:49 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=6 <![CDATA[ Reception Stay and Play ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=10 Our Reception children were delighted to share their classroom and their learning with parents and carers this week. Everybody had a wonderful time, sharing stories, exploring the environment, developing their creativity and making new friends. A huge 'thank you' to all parents and carers who stayed and supported us.

]]> Sun, 5 May 2024 10:08:56 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=10 <![CDATA[ Y3 Skipping Festival ]]> https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=12 Some pupils from Year 3 took part in a skipping festival at Aylesbury Vale Academy today. They took part in many different activities and learned many new skills.

]]> Sun, 5 May 2024 10:22:48 GMT https://www.st-marysaylesbury.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=1&storyid=12