St Mary's Ascot remains faithful to the mission of Mary Ward. We guide the girls in our care to become "capable and fit to do God's service" in whatever walk of life they follow as women of the 21st Century.

We aim:

• to foster the intellectual, spiritual and personal development of girls and women within the context of the Catholic boarding school
• to encourage in each pupil a sense of her own worth and talents so that she is prepared to lead others and to enrich her world
• to develop each pupil's potential for independent thought and the search for truth through a rigorous academic education
• to promote a strong sense of responsibility, co-operation and tolerance based on a Christian awareness of the needs of others
• to provide the opportunity for each pupil to enjoy the full sacramental life and spiritual richness of the Catholic Church
• to form women of conscience, competence and compassionate commitment
• to create and foster a partnership between parents, school and the wider community
• to follow in the spirit of Mary Ward who cherished 'freedom of spirit, sincerity, and a cheerful disposition'.