St. Mary’s ranked among top 5 UK Prep Schools

We are delighted to announce that St. Mary’s has been featured in the top 5 best UK prep schools in the Catholic Good Schools Guide 2024, published by the Catholic Herald! This recognition is testament to our commitment to delivering an outstanding and inspirational education for girls aged 2 ½ to 11 years.

While rooted in Catholic values and tradition, we proudly welcome families of all faiths and none. Our inclusive approach sustains a warm, friendly environment where every girl is supported to grow academically, spiritually and personally.

The guide also includes a lovely Q&A with our Headmistress, Charlotte Owen. As Miss Owen says, “we are a rare blend of nurture, community and strong values, alongside excellent academic results and 11+ destination schools”.

St. Mary’s is honoured to be acknowledged for our dedication to excellence, and we look forward to continuing our exceptional education for girls to become curious and confident learners, and leaders of the future.

Welcome to St Mary’s School, Hampstead

Our school strives to nurture an active partnership between home, school, parish, and the wider North London community. Situated in one of London’s most affluent and scenic areas, our school is an excellent choice for families in North London who want their daughters to receive a premier education in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring locale.

“Our St Mary’s Way is the spirit by which we live: to treat other people as you would like to be treated, to do your best to be your best, to be honest and truthful, to listen to each other, to be kind and helpful, to forgive, and to share.”

Charlotte Owen, Headmistress
Pope Francis 1936 - 2025

We give thanks for the life of Pope Francis, who faithfully led the Catholic Church in the spirit of servant leadership, humility, love, and with continual compassion for and alliance with the poor and marginalised.

‘The legacy he leaves is one we must seek to carry forward and strengthen’ – Cardinal Vincent Nichols

May he now rest in peace and rise in glory.