St Margaret's School is the Co-educational Day Preparatory Department of St Mary's, Calne and is situated within its grounds. The children share the excellent facilities at St Mary's, including sports pitches, a concert hall, gymnasium, swimming pool, theatre, Chapel, computer room and dining hall.
The classes are small, and are taught by dedicated and well qualified staff. There is a high academic standard throughout the school and children are thoroughly prepared for Common Entrance and Senior School examinations. The school has an impressive record of success in gaining major Scholarships to leading public schools, both in academic areas and also in the arts.
There is a strong sporting tradition and the children compete regularly with other schools. The boys play cricket, rugby and football, whilst the girls play netball and rounders.
Music and Drama have a high profile. There is an annual major production, and the orchestra and choirs perform regularly at venues outside the school, including the Festival Hall.
St Margaret's prides itself on its high standard of pastoral care, and children are encouraged to develop their talents and full potential as well as learning the value of hard work and how to accept discipline.
