Education
“We educate young people as compassionate citizens inspired by Christian principles and the value of each young person as a unique individual.”
Educating in the Manner of Mary
Following in the footsteps of Fr Jean Claude Colin and the founding generation of Marists of almost 200 years ago, Marist educators recognise in Mary, the first disciple, the first to have faith, the gospel figure who inspired this vocation and particularly the educational mission.
The first Marists set out a clear and compelling vision for the contribution that Marist schools can offer society. That vision focused on the central importance of the task: educating young people as compassionate citizens inspired by Christian principles and the value of every young person as a unique individual. These values are at the core of the education mission of the Society of Mary. They are instruments with which to embrace and respond to new educational and societal challenges.
A Place of Growth
The Marist presence in education is in the life, words, and actions of Jesus in the Gospel, living them in Mary’s way under the motto of Sub Mariae Nomine. Marist educators seek to ensure that student are not strangers to the gift of faith.
Marist educators create in the school community, a sense of family and home. The young people in their care find there, a sanctuary, a safe haven, in which to develop and grow, personally and spiritually. Here they can be themselves and discover themselves respected and cherished for who they are. Through these endeavours, all contributors to the Marist education project can feel cherished and valued.
In such an environment, each student is both accepted as they are and challenged to be the best version of themselves. While accompanying them on their journey in life, the desire of Marist educators and their partners in this mission is to combine a successful pursuit of excellence with the discretion and simplicity associated with the person of Mary.
Motivated by a spirit of empathy, they listen to the students in their care and respond with respect, thus fostering mutual acceptance.
Inspired by this tradition, Marist religious and their partners in the mission of education, play their part in the mission of the Church in Catholic education by taking the gospel figure of Mary as their inspiration and putting it into action for their times.
Marist Schools in Europe
There are 11 Marist High Schools in Europe.
“Marists en Education” is an association of the faithful founded in 2002 in La Neylière, France. Its goal is to implement Marist spirituality and values in the context of educational ministry. Members are invited to sign a charter, committing themselves to bring to life the Marist spirit, which promotes inclusiveness, humility, openness and listening – creating a family spirit. Local groups in each of the Marist schools give opportunities to members to reflect on their experience in their school community and provide training and support to implement Marist vision.
Sainte Marie Lyon
A Marist school in Lyon, France, focused on creating a sanctuary for personal and spiritual growth.
Contact
4, montée Saint-Barthélemy, 69321 Lyon, France
Sainte Marie Riom
A Marist school in Riom, France, fostering a sense of family and excellence in education.
Contact
3, place Marinette Menut BP 1333, 63203 Riom, France
Sainte Marie La Seyne Toulon
A Marist school in Toulon, France, combining academic and spiritual excellence.
Contact
1, place Germain Loro BP 27, 83501 La Seyne Sur Mer, France
Cours Fénélon Toulon
A Marist school in Toulon, France, inspiring compassionate citizenship through education.
Saint Joseph ‘La Cordeille’ Toulon
A Marist school in Ollioules, France, offering a safe haven for growth and learning.
Ensemble Scolaire Bury-Rosaire
A Marist school in Paris region, focused on fostering inclusiveness and excellence.
Contact
1, avenue G. Pompidou BP 10 95580 Margency, France
Saint Vincent Senlis
A Marist school in Senlis, France, providing a nurturing environment for education.
Contact
30, rue de Meaux BP 20088, 60304 Senlis Cedex, France
The Marist Education Authority Schools (MEAS) is the patronage body for Marist schools in Ireland. We are inspired by the vision and charism of Fr. Jean-Claude Colin, the founder of the Society of Mary to promote and model excellence in our schools in the manner of Mary, the mother and first disciple of Jesus. The vision focuses on the central importance of the task of educating young people as citizens inspired by Christian principles and value of every young person as a unique individual. Working in partnership with school communities, we endeavour to build educational establishments of faith based on the gospel values of justice, peace and compassion. https://maristeducationauthority.ie
Saint Mary’s College Dundalk
A Marist school in Dundalk, Ireland, providing a holistic approach to education.
Catholic University School (CUS)
A Marist school in Dublin, Ireland, combining tradition and innovation in education.
Chanel College Coolock
A Marist school in Coolock, Ireland, fostering Christian principles in education.
Maristengymnasium Fürstenzell
A Marist school in Fürstenzell, Germany, dedicated to academic and spiritual development.
Maristes en Education (France):
https://maristeseneducation.com/
“Marists en Education” is an association of the faithful founded in 2002 in La Neylière, France. Its goal is to implement Marist spirituality and values in the context of educational ministry. Members are invited to sign a charter, committing themselves to bring to life the Marist spirit, which promotes inclusiveness, humility, openness and listening – creating a family spirit. Local groups in each of the Marist schools give opportunities to members to reflect on their experience in their school community and provide training and support to implement Marist vision.
MEAS (Ireland):
https://maristeducationauthority.ie
The Marist Education Authority Schools (MEAS) is the patronage body for Marist schools in Ireland. We are inspired by the vision and charism of Fr. Jean-Claude Colin, the founder of the Society of Mary to promote and model excellence in our schools in the manner of Mary, the mother and first disciple of Jesus. The vision focuses on the central importance of the task of educating young people as citizens inspired by Christian principles and value of every young person as a unique individual. Working in partnership with school communities, we endeavour to build educational establishments of faith based on the gospel values of justice, peace and compassion.