St Mary's Calne

About this day nursery

St Mary's Calne is a distinguished independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18, nestled in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside. The school prides itself on fostering academic excellence within a supportive and warm environment, enabling each pupil to discover and fulfil her unique potential.

Emphasising a culture of 'Be Bold, Be Kind, Be You', St Mary's Calne is dedicated to nurturing individual strengths and ambition. The school operates on a full boarding model where most pupils reside on campus, benefiting from a unique horizontal boarding system that promotes a strong sense of community among girls of the same age.

Modern facilities are well-maintained on its 27-acre campus, which includes outstanding sports amenities, diverse teaching spaces, and an award-winning library. As a charitable institution, all income is reinvested into enhancing the educational experience, facilities, and opportunities available to its pupils.

St Mary's Calne consistently achieves high academic rankings, demonstrating its commitment to providing an inspiring and dynamic learning atmosphere.

Our ethos

Our ethos is built on the belief that every pupil should be known, valued and empowered to achieve her full potential. Pupils are inspired to think independently, embrace challenges and act with empathy and integrity based our our Christian heritage. Our Calne Culture of ‘Be Bold, Be Kind and Be You’ is lived every day in our vibrant and dynamic school.

Pricing & funding

School fees are billed on a termly basis with separate rates for day pupils and boarders. Registration fees, acceptance deposits, and certain association subscriptions are charged as one-off costs, while extra-curricular activities and overnight stays are billed separately.