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15 February 2026

Mind, Muscle & Mission!

YEAR 5/6 WYRE SMALL SCHOOLS ATHLETICS

Our Year 5/6 pupils took part in the Wyre Small Schools Athletics Competition at Myerscough College, competing in a variety of track and field events against 10 local schools. After practising all event types beforehand, the children represented our school…

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25 November 2025

Inspiring Adventures: Author Visit, Fire & Rescue, Food Bank Outreach & Outdoor Creativity

Inspiring Adventures: Author Visit, Fire & Rescue, Food Bank Outreach & EYFS & Outdoor Creativity

This week has been a shining example of what makes our school community so special—learning that goes beyond the classroom, experiences that spark curiosity, and opportunities to give back. Here’s a…

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Image of Little Steps, Big Hearts: Sporting Triumphs, a Million Prayers with CAFOD supporting all!
24 October 2025

Little Steps, Big Hearts: Sporting Triumphs, a Million Prayers with CAFOD supporting all!

Compassion in Action: A term of Faith, Sport and Generosity at St. Mary’s

Dear Families,

This week has been a shining example of how our children live out our school values — through faith, kindness, and action.

We were thrilled to see our Year 4 pupils take part in a local mini skills athletics…

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20 October 2025

The Children, Parishes & the Archbishop!

A Joyful Celebration of Faith and Community

On a beautiful day in Claughton-on-Brock, our parish came together for a truly special occasion: a joint Mass at St. Thomas’ Church, uniting the communities of St. Mary’s School Claughton and St. Francis’ School Goosnargh. The highlight of the…

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29 September 2025

A jubilant start to the year

Headteacher’s Blog – Welcome Back!

Dear Parents, Carers and School Community,

Welcome back to a brand-new academic year! I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable summer break. It’s been wonderful to see the school come alive again with the energy, smiles, and excitement of our children returning…

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29 September 2025

CAFOD Fun’d Day & Mass with the Pope’s representative in GB

CAFOD Fun’d Day! After a recent visit from CAFOD and a pilgrimage to Ladyewell: The CAFOD School Council have organised a CAFOD Fun’d Day to support families near and far. The children have decided to try and raise £35 to buy the CAFOD world gift’ supply water for a family’. They have also decided…

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17 July 2025

Headteacher’s Blog – 100% success in all they do!

We say goodbye to our wonderful Year 6 children!

After a year where we achieved  an Outstanding for both Personal Development and Behaviour & Attitudes, in our Ofsted report 2025, Year 6 ended the year on a high! We have been truly blessed to have these exceptional young people as part of our St.…

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Image of Headteacher’s Blog – Lancaster Diocese Centenary tour, Upcycling EYFS, Awesome Residential & Lancashire Sings!
30 June 2025

Headteacher’s Blog – Lancaster Diocese Centenary tour, Upcycling EYFS, Awesome Residential & Lancashire Sings!

Lancaster Diocese Centenary Celebration!

‘Do whatever he tells you” (John 2:5)

Mary’s appearance at Lourdes to Saint Bernadette reflects her deep compassion for and identification with the poor. Saint Bernadette came from a very humble and uneducated background, yet Mary chose to appear to her in…

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30 June 2025

Headteacher’s Blog – Pilgrims of Hope! Wheelchair basketball & beautiful blossom springing into action!

Pilgrims of Hope

We welcomed Christine from CAFOD to come to work with the children investigating the Jubilee Year 2025 in the Catholic Church has the theme “Pilgrims of Hope”. It’s a special time for Catholics to renew their faith, deepen their relationship with God and others, and reflect on…

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Image of Headteacher’s Blog – May Procession, Fantastic Float Days & Summer After School Club!
30 June 2025

Headteacher’s Blog – May Procession, Fantastic Float Days & Summer After School Club!

May Procession

The whole school processed from school, around church as part of our annual May procession. The children came with an abundance of flowers to celebrate the month of Mary. Mary holds a special place for all Christians, but we feel she holds a particularly special place in our hearts,…

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20 December 2024

Young Enterprise & Compassion at Christmas Time!

Young Enterprise & Compassion at Christmas Time!

Christmas is a time for giving  – the children at St. Mary’s have gone ‘above and beyond’ bringing Christmas enterprise and charity to Claughton-on-Brock! The Wool & Stitches and Crafty Cafod Club Creation groups set up stalls full of handmade gifts…

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