St Mary's - The Philosophy

Schoolwide Curriculum Philosophy
Consistent with our school Philosophy, Mission and Vision, curriculum at St. Mary's is holistic and provides boys with a broad range of learning experiences. Education of the 'whole child' is of utmost importance and is accomplished by providing an enriching spiritual, moral, artistic, athletic, and academic environment every day and at every grade level. Moral and ethical training consistent with Christian values is provided so that students develop respect for others and positive self-esteem. Students learn to accept responsibility, to organize for learning, and to work effectively with others. High expectations are set and support is provided for students to achieve their personal best.
School Philosophy
St. Mary's International School endeavors to form free and responsible young men. As a Catholic school, it integrates the acquisition of knowledge, the establishment of responsible freedom, and the deepening of personal faith. Education at St. Mary's is based on love and respect for the person, in full recognition of the dignity of humankind created in God's image and destined to live in union with Him.
Students are made aware of global issues, as well as of the aspirations of people who work for peace, justice, freedom and truth, in the hope that these may engender beliefs and actions conducive to the betterment of humanity. In this process, personal development is marked by empathy and mutual trust.
Academic programs are rigorous and challenging and are designed to prepare students for higher education within a safe, caring and orderly atmosphere. The all-boy environment creates a place wherein positive self-esteem can fully develop and where learning is promoted at a pace appropriate for boys. A comprehensive and enriching co-curricular program is offered, which allows for individual expression to enhance self-worth.
At St. Mary's, members of the international community in Japan can establish an identity respectful of both cultural and religious differences in an atmosphere that values diversity.
School Mission
Our mission is to Instruct, to Educate, and to Impart Christian Values.
School Vision Statement
St. Mary's is committed to educating boys to be lifelong learners of good character who demonstrate academic, physical, artistic, and moral excellence, respect for religious and cultural beliefs, and responsibility as international citizens.
Schoolwide Learner Expectations
The St. Mary's community is committed to developing self-directed, life-long learners who are:
Of Good Character,Reflecting values consistent with Christian principles,
Knowledgeable,Demonstrating a firm foundation in the academic, physical, and artistic disciplines,
Globally Aware,Showing sensitivity and compassion toward human and global concerns in a multi-cultural world, and exhibiting initiative, reliability, and perseverance in their response to these concerns,
Critical and Creative Thinkers,Confidently using appropriate resources and current technology, either independently or collaboratively, to reason, make decisions, and solve problems in a variety of contexts,
Effective Communicators,Receiving and expressing ideas and information competently and precisely.

St Mary's - The School

St. Mary's International School, founded by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, opened its doors to 60 foreign boys ranging from kindergarten to grade three in 1954. By 1971, the rapid growth of the international community and the demands for quality college-preparatory education in the Tokyo area encouraged the Brothers to move to its current location, a nine-acre site in the Setagaya district, one of Tokyo's rare green residential areas.
A St. Mary's education nurtures the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development of each student.
We offer a challenging array of core curricular and extra-curricular programs designed to enable the student to achieve excellence and success. We foster multi-cultural awareness and understanding, and encourage students to develop a sense of global responsibility and citizenship.
St. Mary's school wide learner expectations and school philosophy emphasize the creation of a positive and safe learning environment, wherein a spirit of cooperation, friendship, and mutual respect maximize individual achievement.
The St. Mary's experience begins with a pre-first grade program and culminates with a challenging four-year college preparatory curriculum. St. Mary's offers the International Baccalaureate course of studies, which is a globally recognized and rigorous pre-university program providing academic and interpersonal training that gives students the competitive edge they need for both university studies and their later careers. In addition to the core curricular offerings, St. Mary's has an outstanding array of specialist teachers and facilities, giving students a myriad of opportunities to pursue their interests and fulfill their desires.