St Mary's Catholic Primary School Hay has offered a sound academic education in the Catholic Tradition since it was established in 1883 by the Presentation Sisters. We are part of the Catholic Education System of the Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes and as a school community we work together to provide a safe, happy and welcoming school environment for students, staff and parents. Jesus Christ is the model for life which St Mary's Catholic School offers to its community. Focused on Education, in partnership with parents, we promote the formation of the whole person through the teachings of Jesus according to the Catholic tradition. St Mary's supports both students and teachers with the specialist roles of Learning Support Teacher and Information Communication Technology Teacher ensuring an innovative and tailored curriculum. Every student at St Mary's has the opportunity to be involved in sport and participate in Diocesan, Inter-diocesan and State Carnivals. The school has a fine reputation in the wider community. It is known for providing students with a rich, relevant and varied curriculum, a dedicated staff, a nurturing environment and an authentic Catholic community which strives to live out its school motto: "Deeds, Not Words Only." The school plays an important role in the community by actively participating in events such as Anzac Day, Remembrance Day and community celebrations.