St. Mary's Grammar School Receives Gold Investors in Mental Health Award

St. Mary's Grammar School, Magherafelt has been presented with the Gold Award in the AWARE NI Investors in Mental Health Awards 2026 in the Recognising Education category.  This is the second time the school has achieved the award, having previously been recognised with Gold status in 2024.

The award acknowledges schools that demonstrate a sustained commitment to promoting positive mental health and emotional wellbeing.  Organised by AWARE NI, Northern Ireland's depression charity, the awards celebrate organisations making a significant contribution to mental health promotion across the region.

On Friday 6 November 2026, Mr Quinn (Senior Leader) and Ms McKinley (Study Centre Supervisor) attended an awards ceremony at the Europa Hotel, Belfast where they accepted the Gold Award on behalf of the school.

Maintaining Gold status reflects St. Mary's long-standing commitment to supporting the wellbeing of pupils, staff and the wider school community through a wide range of initiatives, programmes and support services.  It also recognises the collective efforts of pupils, staff, parents and partner organisations in fostering a positive, supportive and caring school environment.

St. Mary's would like to thank and congratulate everyone who plays a role in promoting positive mental health and emotional wellbeing across the school community.