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St Mary Cray
Primary Academy


Welcome to St Mary Cray Primary Academy

St Mary Cray Primary Academy is set on the boundary of Orpington and enjoys views out towards Lullingstone. With the look and feel of a village school, we strive to create a calm caring environment for all of our children to learn and thrive. 

Our school follows four values of Fairness, Ambition, Respect and Collaboration and expects the best for our students.

 

  • 4:00 PM - 20 Nov 23

    Congratulations to all of our children taking part in the Bromley schools cross country at Crystal Palace Park! @GordonGo @GulcinSesli https://t.co/dP5f2YgiTp

  • 2:43 PM - 4 Jun 23

    Telus Health "days of giving", helping to improve St Mary Cray Primary's forest school and playground. https://t.co/6M76AnCxZ1

  • 7:44 PM - 17 Mar 23

    Lovely to see Reception children enjoying their music lesson today. Took me back to my childhood where I was fortunate enough to have teachers who played instruments and passed on their passion @stmarycraypa https://t.co/cAxq9BgX4E

  • 3:43 PM - 1 Feb 23

    We had two more wonderful school events at #OrpingtonLibrary today with children’s author @sarahannjuckes but this time in person! Yr5 & Yr6 pupils from @stmarycraypa had a real treat when they met Sarah & heard all about her fantastic book, #TheNightAnimals. @Better_UK https://t.co/n3auJ2ecUY

  • 3:53 PM - 12 Dec 22

    Even with the snowy scenes in St Mary Cray, the school was still open so the children could learn and play! #snowday #smcpa #orpington #stmarycray #primaryschool ❄️☃️ @GordonGo https://t.co/TYxoYGJUtZ

  • 3:51 PM - 31 Oct 22

    Back to School As the days are getting darker we cannot wait to use our new hi-vis vests that were kindly donated by @Specsavers Bromley! We have some amazing trips planned for this half term and these will ensure that our children are visible & safe when out and about https://t.co/AJdveQKHty

  • 9:18 AM - 3 Dec 20

    We have bought an amazing 80 pairs of pyjamas with all of your donations for the @CHPyjamaCharity Thank you all for your support! https://t.co/PlylAfqw6V

  • 12:38 PM - 10 Nov 20

    Welcome to St Mary Cray Primary Academy! In light of continued lockdown, we are unable to host open mornings or tours of the school for new starters. Have a look at our new video for information about the school. https://t.co/48xkEMeye4

  • 12:05 PM - 10 Nov 20

    A huge welcome back to all of our pupils and families. Autumn 2 is our favourite term with the build up to Christmas! We are still working towards a festive and fun period, however, in light of the current lockdown, details are TBC.

  • 2:33 PM - 23 Oct 20

    Today school was taken over by MONSTERS! We had a fun dress up day for our children to enjoy the last day of term after all of their hard work and positivity since returning to school. https://t.co/Xa8j4SmsA0

  • 8:53 AM - 21 Oct 20

    Filming is currently in progress this morning at SMCPA, as we make a promotional video for school! Our Head Boy and Head Girl are 'on set' as we speak, giving an insight into the day-to-day running of our great school! https://t.co/IRu69z4Kf8

Upcoming Events

  • December 5th 2023

    Sports Hall Athletics @ Langley Boys

    Selected Year 5 and Year 6 pupils to attend - letters will be sent home

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  • December 11th 2023

    Year 6 Trip to Young V&A Museum

    On Monday 11th December 2023, Year 6 will be visiting The Young V&A Museum to see their Japan: Myths to Manga exhibition to go alongside our Art topic.

    You can grant your child permission to go on this trip either via Parent Pay or by returning the slip below by Monday 4th December 2023. 

    This is a Free Trip.

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  • December 13th 2023

    School Christmas Lunch

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  • December 13th 2023

    Christmas Jumper Day - TBC

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  • December 14th 2023

    EYFS Nativity @ Temple Church

    Parents and Carers welcome to attend

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  • December 14th 2023

    Year 1 and Year 2 Nativity @ Temple Church

    Parents and Carers welcome to attend

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  • December 15th 2023

    Year 3 & Year 4 Christmas Concert @ Temple Church

    Parents and Carers welcome to attend

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  • December 15th 2023

    Year 5 & Year 6 Christmas Concert @ Temple Church

    Parents and Carers welcome to attend

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Reminders

Nut Free Food Products

We would like to remind parents that we are a nut free school and that no food items should be brought onto school premises - this includes sandwiches and chocolate bars in packed lunches. Thank-you for your cooperation.
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Water Only in Bottles

Students should only be drinking water in class - they are not allowed flavoured water or juices as their main drink in the classroom. These drinks are allowed as part of their packed lunch only.
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No Dogs Allowed on Site

As per school policy, no dogs (unless guide-dogs) are allowed on school premises.
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Pay via ParentPay

All payments should be made in advance on ParentPay either online or through the app. This includes: Dinner Money, Breakfast Club, Tik Tok Afterschool Club, and Trips.
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Get In Touch

High Street,
St Mary Cray,
Orpington,
BR5 4AR
01689 826081