Marymount International School London Prospectus 22/23

Where girls love to learn!

A top IB day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18.

Where girls love to learn!

Founded in 1955, Marymount London is part of an international network of schools established by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary.

When Mother Butler founded the first Marymount school in New York, she had a forward-thinking vision to:

“I have really enjoyed my years as a boarding student, mostly because of the interesting people I have met who have become my second family. I have learned from each experience which has made me a better person.”

“educate the heart and mind, and to provide for each student’s total growth, intellectually, spiritually, socially, and physically”.

This philosophy remains at the core of what we do.

As the first all-girls’ school in the UK to adopt the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in 1979, Marymount London is a pioneer of what is recognised as ‘the gold standard in education’. This, coupled with the Middle Years Programme on offer at our school, promotes genuine intellectual curiosity with independent and creative thought across a broad range of subject disciplines. The IB Programme enables our students to embrace a comprehensive set of skills and attributes providing an excellent foundation for higher education and beyond!

At Marymount London we are committed to the holistic development of your daughter and see it as our privilege to work in partnership with you to help her realise her true potential. We pride ourselves on taking an approach that allows students to discover their unique gifts and talents and be empowered to engage with the world they will enter; unafraid to challenge and take risks when necessary.

– Grade 9 student

“The facilities are state of the art, the teaching methods are creative, collaborative, and often employ technology as tools in a variety of subjects. The campus is lovely, the entire staff is accessible, and the motives/ethos are genuine. Marymount does not misrepresent itself; it is as warm and embracing as it appears.”

Whether innovating in our STEAM Hub, debating in class, dancing on the stage, or learning a new world language, Marymount girls are encouraged to sharpen their critical thinking skills, collaborate with others, and celebrate our wonderfully diverse community of over 40 nationalities. Our graduates are truly global citizens who are internationally-minded. They leave us well prepared for the world they will enter and eager to make a positive contribution in whatever path they choose.

Our garden campus is located just twelve miles from central London. We warmly invite you for a tour of our school, to see for yourself what makes Marymount London such a marvellous place for girls and young women to learn and grow into their very best selves.

Warmest regards,

Mrs Margaret Giblin Headmistress

– Marymount parent

“I joined Marymount after being in an all UK curriculum for the past 8 years of my life… Transitioning to an IB school has given me the opportunity to flourish in every aspect of school life, and I believe it has truly given me a life-long love of learning.”

– Grade 8 student

Our Diverse Student Family % 13

8% Spanish

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33% of the students hold two or more

Argentine • Azerbaijani Brazilian • Colombian Cypriot • Czech • Dutch Hungarian • Iraqi Irish • Jordan Kazakhstani • Kuwaiti • Malaysian Mexican • Nigerian Norwegian • Portuguese Russian • Singaporean Slovene South African Turkish

passports. Their primary passports build a student body representing

39 nationalities with a wide range of

6% German

religious backgrounds.

6% Japanese

5% French 36% British

5% Korean

CHRISTIAN

43%

OTHER WORLD FAITHS

4% American 4% Chinese 3% Italian

2% Indian

2% Australian

2% Polish

2% Canadian

2% Swedish

One of the most important things you can give your daughter is self-confidence and self-belief – qualities that girls’ schools deliver in abundance.

PROVEN BENEFITS OF GIRLS’ SCHOOLS:

Fr dom From Stereotypes

There is no such thing as a girls’ subject or a boys’ subject, girls are free to follow their inclinations without pressure.

In girls’ schools all leadership positions are filled by girls.

Sports captains, student presidents. Girls don’t just believe they can lead, they actively see themselves leading in every field.

Academic Exceence

Girls at all-girls schools achieve a disproportionately large share of top grades.

25%

36% of our students earned a bilingual diploma, 13 mother tongue

Proudly All-Girls

Leadership Opportunities

CATHOLIC

57%

languages are supported.

Average class size:

Subject areas:

12

16

Extracurricular activities:

18

Proudly IB

IB students develop strong academic, social and emotional characteristics.

They are also likely to perform well academically – often better than students on other curricula.

The Mi le Years Progra e

The IB Diploma

Middle Years Programme (MYP) students learn how to learn. Students gain deeper understanding in a creative, collaborative environment which fosters critical thinking, resilience, and independence.

The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is recognized and highly respected by the world’s leading universities. Marymount Diploma candidates study one course from six subject groups, three at Standard Level and three at Higher Level.

These must include two languages, one subject relating to social studies, one laboratory science, one mathematics, and a sixth subject, which may be music, theatre arts, visual arts, or another in the first four categories mentioned.

GRADES 11 AND 12

GRADES 6 TO 10

The MYP encourages students to draw meaningful connections between eight broad and varied subject groups: Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Science, Mathematics, Arts, Design, and Physical & Health Education. With a central focus on the development of conceptual understanding and effective approaches to learning skills, the MYP is a student-centered, inquiry-based program rooted in interdisciplinary learning.

Students are challenged and supported to become effective communicators, open-minded inquirers, and reflective practitioners, thus acquiring the foundational skills needed to experience success in the Diploma Programme.

In addition, all Diploma candidates follow a criticalthinking course entitled Theory of Knowledge, submit an extended essay (normally related to one of the examination subjects) and participate in the Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) programme.

Students and teachers collaborate closely in preparation for IB exams in May, through internal assessments, class presentations, projects, and extensive independent research.

CLASS OF 2021 IB RESULTS

100% pass rate

38.22 average score

49%achieved 40pts or more

FOR 40 YEARS, MARYMOUNT HAS BEEN PROUDLY IB.

Reimagining the Admi ions Proce At Marymount London we offer an alternative to traditional ‘entrance exams’. We believe that a high-stakes and stressful test environment is not the best measure of any child’s future potential. Our admissions approach is truly personal and holistic. Whether it be through a private tour of the school or a Q&A session over Zoom, our experienced Admissions Team look to build meaningful connections with families from the very first meeting.

Throughout our innovative assessment process, that includes one to one meetings with senior faculty members, baseline assesment and problem-solving observations, we look to uncover the unique gifts and talents of our potential students. We will only offer places where we are confident that we can provide a student with the perfect environment to flourish.

Scholarships and bursaries are available, please contact our Admissions Team for more details.

To learn more please schedule a meeting with us: Admissions@marymountlondon.com

Boarding Boarding at Marymount London means living in a vibrant community with girls from around the world, discovering new experiences, and managing a balanced and challenging academic programme in an environment that provides structure, support, and plenty of fun. We are an inclusive school community that prides itself on giving each girl a place where she will feel at home.

The lines between the experiences of our day and boarding students are intentionally blurred in order to form a unified student body. The girls share a full academic day, enriching activities, and opportunities to grow in their understanding of themselves and others.

Marymount students experience the best of both worlds: an opportunity to live/study in the beautiful Surrey countryside and easy access to one of the greatest cities in the world. London is only 20 minutes away and easily accessible by public transport. Museums, shows, historic sites, international cuisine, parks/gardens, and shopping are all within easy reach.

Options include Full, Weekly and Flexi-Boarding

Top University Placements Just as prospective Marymount families look to place their daughters in an environment where they will thrive and make a seamless transition, our College Counsellor will be there every step of the way when it is time for your daughter to look for a new home upon graduation.

Additionally, the comprehensive support offered with each student’s Personal Statement, College Essays, and university interview preparation enables her to find her voice and to shine as she embarks on this exciting new chapter.

Personal and strategic guidance is offered throughout the entire university research and application process. IB Diploma students (Grades 11 and 12) participate in group and individual lessons with the College Counsellor; they are encouraged to reflect on their identity and values as well as to celebrate their unique gifts and talents.

Workshops highlight myriad options available to our students and demystify the process for the entire family.

Marymount is recognized as a top performing IB school which consistently produces both outstanding results and accomplished graduates who experience success throughout their university careers. There is no doubt that an IB education is highly valued by the best UK and international universities. Admissions representatives from exceptional schools seek to visit our campus throughout the year to meet and engage with our Diploma students.

“I am eternally grateful to Marymount for the guidance, mentorship, and constant support that allowed me to develop into a confident young woman. Without the support of the teachers and the community, I would have not reached my dream school.”

– Marymount London graduate

CLASS OF 2021 IB RESULTS

100% pass rate for the 3rd year in a row

Average score: 38.22 points

49% achieved 40+ points

Top University Placements Marymount London has vast experience in supporting applications to top universities around the world. Below is a list of some of the many outstanding offers our students have received over the past five years: UK Arts University Bournemouth Aston University Cass Business School, City, University of London Cardiff University Central St Martins Coventry University Durham University The University of Edinburgh Hartpury University Imperial College London Goldsmiths, University of London Harper and Keele Veterinary University King’s College London Leeds University London Metropolitan University London School of Economics London School of Fashion Loughborough University Newcastle University Nottingham Trent University Oxford Brookes University The University of Manchester Queen Mary University of London Richmond University Royal Agricultural University Royal Holloway University of London SOAS, University of London St George’s University of London St Mary’s University University Centre Bishop Burton University College London University for the Creative Arts University of the Arts London University of Bath University of Birmingham University of Bristol University of Cambridge University of Exeter University of Glasgow University of Greenwich University of Lincoln University of Liverpool University of Leeds University of Northampton University of Nottingham University of Oxford University of Sheffield University of Southampton University of St Andrews

Wesleyan University University of Sussex University of Warwick University of the West of England, Bristol University of Westminster University of York USA & CANADA American University Bard College Barnard College Boston College Boston University Brandeis University Bryn Mawr College College of William & Mary Columbia University Emory University Fairfield University Fordham University George Washington University Indiana University, Bloomington McMaster University McGill University Mount Holyoke College New York University Northeastern University Sarah Lawrence College Stanford University School of the Art Institute, Chicago Temple University Tufts University Tulane University University of British Columbia University of California, Berkeley University of California, Los Angeles University of California, San Diego University of California, Santa Barbara University of Central Florida University of Colorado, Boulder University of South Florida University of Southern California University of Toronto University of Illinois at Chicago University of Miami University of Southern California University of Tampa University of Toronto University of Virginia Vanderbilt University Wake Forest University

AUSTRALIA University of Melbourne University of Sydney EUROPE Amsterdam University College ESCP Business School, France IE University, Spain Leiden University, the Netherlands LMU Munich, Germany Maastricht University, the Netherlands The Hague University, the Netherlands Sciences Po, France Universidad Cardenal Herrera, Spain Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid Universidad San Pablo, Madrid University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands University of Navarra, Spain University of St Gallen, Switzerland Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the Netherlands HONG KONG The University of Hong Kong The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology JAPAN Keio University Sofia University Tokyo University Waseda University SWITZERLAND École hôtelière de Lausanne Glion Institute of Higher Education Swiss Hotel Management School

“I am eternally grateful to Marymount for the guidance, mentorship, and constant support that allowed me to develop into a confident young woman. Without the support of the teachers and the community, I would have not reached my dream school.”

– Marymount London graduate

PART OF A GLOBAL NETWORK OF RSHM SCHOOLS

GOALS of an RSHM SCHOOL 1.

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To foster a personal relationship with God. To create unity through diversity.

To instil a lifelong love of learning.

To encourage and affirm personal growth.

To awaken a consciousness of social justice.

To fulfil the RSHM mission “That all may have life.”

M I S S I O N S TA T E M E N T Marymount International School London is an independent, Catholic, all-girls’, IB world school that empowers young women to be “firm in faith, vibrant in hope, rooted in love and one in service.” Marymount students question, challenge and contribute meaningfully as intellectual and compassionate global citizens.

“Marymount has given me the opportunity to try new things that I never thought I would have done before; Model UN, a performing arts festival, and a leadership conference. Not only were these fun experiences, but I was able to meet students from other Marymount schools. I now have friends from Rome, Paris and Portugal.”

– Grade 9 student

MARYMOUNT LONDON ANNUAL SCHEDULE OF FEES 2021-2022

GRADES 6 - 12 TUITION £

BOARDING £

TOTAL £

Day Student

26,510

N/A

26,510

Weekly Boarding Student

26,510

16,470

42,980

Full Boarding Student

26,510

18,370

44,880

Tuition:

Fees include full IB tuition, classroom textbooks, laboratory fees, most classroom materials, key educational trips, lunch, English as a Second Language (ESL), and learning resources.

Boarding:

Fees include room and board as well as most weekend boarding activities.

Parents’ Association:

£50/year; £60/year (two or more daughters)

NEW STUDENT FEES

Application Fee

DAY £

BOARDING £

100

100

1,500

2,500

300

750

Payable on submission of a completed online application

Acceptance Fee Non-refundable fee deposit paid upon acceptance of Offer of Admission

Refundable Deposit

To be refunded under conditions outlined in the School’s Terms and Conditions

PAYMENT METHODS

Payments may be made by bank draft, cheque payable to Marymount International School, or bank transfer. Cash payments are not permitted. Please contact the School for more information.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Fees are due in full by 1st June 2021. Alternatively, Marymount will accept payment of 60% of the total amount due by 1st June 2021 and 40% on 1st December 2021. A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), as required by the UK Visa & Immigration authority (UKVI), must be issued to all non UK students. The School supports CAS applications for full boarding students only. The School must be in receipt of 100% of the fees before submission of a CAS application. For students accepted after 1st June 2021, payment is due upon presentation of the invoice.

Students will not be admitted to School until payments have been received. A surcharge of 1.5% per calendar month (or part of a month) will be levied monthly (APR 19.56%) should fees be outstanding after the due date(s).

See full Terms and Conditions: www.marymountlondon.com

ARRANGE A VISIT! Contact our Admissions Team: +44 (0)20 8949 0571 admissions@marymountlondon.com

OUR VISION: ‘That All May Have Life’ (John 10:10)

George Road, Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7PE United Kingdom WWW.MARYMOUNTLONDON.COM