Our School Mission Statement outlines our vision: Inspired by knowledge and love, and guided by the gospel values of Jesus, St Mary's School aspires to: Provide a balanced education that will shape and enrich our children Nurture a caring family environment Strengthen the partnership between home, school and parish. ..so that our students may become responsible stewards of God's creation St Mary's Catholic Primary School is located on spacious grounds in South Bundaberg. The school offers a broad, co-educational primary education to approximately 430 students from Prep to Year Seven. The school is based on traditional Catholic values and focussed on community. Liturgical celebrations and support for our school family are essential elements of the school's profile. Classes are engaged in Religion lessons every week and liturgical celebrations every term. The daily emphasis however, is on living our motto 'Knowledge and Love' by demonstrating respect for others and for learning. Counselling and pastoral services are provided and Personal Development Education courses are provided to assist students. English, Mathematics, SOSE, Science, HPE, The Arts and Technology school programs are based on the QSA syllabi with a strong cross-curricular focus on literacy and numeracy. Specialist teachers deliver programs in Science, Music, Instrumental Music, Physical Education and Learning Support. Beyond school curriculum programs, a. range of additional opportunities is offered to students to enhance their creativity, planning and self-discipline. They include participation in Opti Minds Tournaments and Instrumental and Band Program. The school is regionally recognised for a healthy level of sporting achievement. Current programs offered to augment student skill in physical activity include: Surf Life Saving, Bike Ed program, Tennis coaching, Netball coaching and Cricket coaching. St Mary's has been recognised regionally for its green and healthy environment. Each year, classes adopt environmental projects to reduce the..