St Mary’s College welcomes the Lord Mayor of Hull

St Mary’s College recently hosted a visit from the Lord Mayor of Hull, Councillor Cheryl Payne.

The visit provided a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase the spirit of their community and the leadership initiatives that define daily school life. The highlight of the visit was a formal meeting between the Lord Mayor and our SMC Best Ambassadors.

These student leaders serve as the heartbeat of school culture and they took the opportunity to explain their vital roles and responsibilities. During their presentation the Ambassadors spoke passionately about how they act as guardians of the school's mission, vision, and values. A clear set of values guide the school community, supported by strong expectations. This is reflected in the school’s mission statement, chosen by students and staff: ‘With God All Things Are Possible’ which represents their Catholic beliefs and reminds us that in moments of struggle or upset, God is always there, even when we don’t realise it.

They detailed their work in supporting their peers, fostering an inclusive environment, and ensuring that the "SMC Way" is reflected in every corridor and classroom. Their work is primarily focused on supporting younger students with behaviour, attendance or friendship concerns and they have set up a club to support other students who may want a space to talk to an older student about any problems.

Following the presentation, the Lord Mayor was taken on a guided tour of the college grounds. During the tour, she was able to see our values in action and the focused learning environment of pupils.

We would like to thank the Lord Mayor for her time and her encouraging words.

It was an inspiring day for everyone involved, reinforcing our pride in being part of the Hull community.