Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall
School summary
A small Roman Catholic preparatory school in the Lancashire countryside, Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall educates around 121 boys and girls within a community shaped by its faith tradition. As both a day and boarding school, it offers families flexibility over how their child experiences school life, while its modest size suggests close attention to each pupil. The school is led by Headmaster Fr Christopher Cann and inspected by the ISI.
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Teaching & academics
With just 121 pupils on roll, classes are likely to be small, allowing teaching to be tailored closely to individual children as they prepare for the next stage of their education.
Headmaster · Fr Christopher Cann
Beyond the classroom
Boarding life follows a clear evening routine, with showering, uniform and teeth attended to before mobile phones are briefly returned, reflecting an emphasis on structure and good habits for those who board.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- RC
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Pupils are not permitted to keep mobile phones on their person during the school day. For boarders, mobile phones are controlled by the boarding team of staff, and are only handed out in the evening, after showering, folding uniform and teeth have been brushed. Once finished with, phones are returned to the boarding office for safe keeping.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £12,963 - £16,503
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £27,039 - £35,520
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A small Catholic prep school offering day and boarding places in rural Lancashire, well suited to families seeking a faith-based education in a close-knit setting.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.