St Mary's School Ascot

St Mary's School Ascot, founded in 1885 by the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM), is one of England's most distinguished Catholic boarding schools for girls, situated in the Berkshire countryside near Ascot. Educating approximately 380 girls aged 11 to 18, the school offers GCSE and A-Level programmes in a full boarding environment. St Mary's is a member of the Girls' Schools Association (GSA) and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The school is renowned for its outstanding academic results, excellent pastoral care, and strong Catholic ethos emphasising compassion, integrity, and service. Girls from over 30 countries create a cosmopolitan community within a serene and supportive residential setting. Exceptional facilities include a sports centre, indoor swimming pool, performing arts centre, science laboratories, and extensive grounds. The academic programme is complemented by music ensembles, theatrical productions, debating, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Graduates consistently gain entry to Oxford, Cambridge, leading London universities, and top institutions in the United States, Canada, and Europe.