About

  • Spirituality

    We are committed to our mission as an independent Catholic school,  a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, and is a member of . We celebrate, appreciate and value the diverse faith backgrounds and spiritual paths of our students, their families, and our faculty... Learn More

  • Why Mater Christi?

    A long tradition of academic excellence and high achievement standards lay the foundation for learning at Mater Christi School.  However, it extends far beyond just expectations. Each student is carefully supported along their academic journey to make sure that we are doing everything we can to provide... Learn More

  • History

    Mater Christi School's rich history began in 1886, when the first students of Mt. Saint Mary Academy entered its doors. Located at 100 Mansfield Avenue in Burlington, the school was housed within the newly constructed Sisters of Mercy convent. When the Sisters began teaching that November, a tradition... Learn More

  • Mission, Core Values, and Profile of the Graduate

    Mater Christi is a private Catholic school serving students in preschool through grade eight. We are committed to providing a quality, values-centered education in the Catholic tradition that prepares students for the complexities of our diverse world. Mater Christi School is a sponsored ministry of... Learn More

  • Newsletter April 2018

    Community Service Runs in the Family  7th grader Ella Byers was awarded the prestigious Prudential Spirit of Community Award for the state of Vermont at the middle school level.  During a ceremony held at Mater Christi School, Ella was honored by a representative from the Prudential Insurance Company... Learn More

  • Campus

    Located in Burlington's Hill Section, Mater Christi School's beautiful, safe campus shares more than 19 acres with the Sisters of Mercy, whose convent adjoins our middle school building. On sunny fall and spring days, it is a common sight to find teachers and their students enjoying a lesson... Learn More

  • Testimonials

    As a graduate of Mater Christi School, I am thankful for the wonderful education I received. My teachers prepared me incredibly well for high school and beyond. We made the choice to send our daughter to Mater Christi at the age of three and are so happy we did. Their nurturing, enriching and thoughtful... Learn More

  • President's Welcome

    Welcome! Mater Christi School is a very special place where, guided by our Catholic faith and inspired by Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy, we educate and form students by promoting academic excellence, moral responsibility, and joyful community in order to prepare them to become leaders... Learn More

  • Fall Open House

    Wednesday, October 25, 2023  ... Learn More