St Mary's Catholic Primary School

🕊️ St Mary’s Catholic Church, Madeley – Our Parish Connection

At St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, our children enjoy a warm and meaningful relationship with St Mary’s Catholic Church, Madeley. Faith is woven into the fabric of school life, and our pupils regularly attend church services to celebrate key moments throughout the liturgical year, as well as on weekends with their families.

We are blessed to have Father Michael, our parish priest, lead services both in school and at church. His presence is a cherished part of our spiritual journey, and children look forward to his visits and guidance.

🙌 Parish Life and Community Involvement

• Pupils, both current and former, actively serve at church, supporting liturgical celebrations and deepening their connection to the parish

• Parishioners are regularly invited into school to join us for worship, celebrations, and special events, strengthening the bond between parish and school

• Year 6 pupils reunite annually with other leavers from across the parish, celebrating their shared journey and continued connection to the church community

• Children participate in Mass and Services of the Word and Holy Communion, held in the Lower Room chapel each weekday

🏛️ A Rich Catholic Heritage

Catholics have been part of Madeley’s history since at least 1676, when records show 51 adult 'papists' living in the area. The story of our parish is deeply rooted in resilience and devotion:

• The presbytery, built in 1769 on land gifted by the Giffard family, includes the historic Upper Room and Lower Room, originally part of a Mass House

• The Grade II listed presbytery stands as a testament to centuries of faith and community

• St Mary’s Church, opened in 1853, remains unfinished—a detail visible both inside and out. Despite this, it has undergone major renovations to preserve its beauty and integrity against the elements

• A magnificent organ, installed by volunteers, now graces the back of the church, and the interior has been lovingly refurbished

🔗 Honouring Our Past

The refurbished Lower Room chapel features sacred items from churches previously served by the parish:

• The tabernacle and chairs from All Saints, Stirchley

• The altar and crucifix from St Winefride’s, Broseley

These elements honour our shared heritage and keep the memory of those communities alive.

🐑 Part of the Parish of The Good Shepherd

Today, St Mary’s Catholic Church is part of the Parish of The Good Shepherd, continuing its mission to nurture faith, celebrate tradition, and welcome all into its spiritual family.