

Overview
Welcome to St. Martin’s Catholic School​
At St. Martin’s, we create a nurturing, faith-filled environment where academic excellence meets Gospel values. We celebrate every student’s unique gifts and aim to prepare them for a future of leadership, service, and lifelong learning.
We are proud to offer a rigorous academic program that integrates faith, character development, and community into every lesson.
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Academic Excellence & Innovative Learning
Our innovative curriculum and specialized technology programs empower students to develop strong tech and leadership skills. We offer enriched classes in:
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Art & Music
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Library
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Technology
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Spanish
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Physical Education
In addition to the our classes, our modern classrooms feature:
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Smart boards and 1:1 Chromebooks for middle school, and
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iPads or iMacs for younger learners
As a result, our students consistently outperform national averages, setting them on a path for long-term success.
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Faith & Spiritual Life
Faith is seamlessly woven into our daily routine, as students:
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Attend weekly Mass on an assigned class day and join monthly all-school liturgies.
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Actively participate in preparing the Liturgy, leading prayer, and engaging in daily Religion classes.
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Embrace an active social justice program that inspires service and compassion.
​Our students not only participate—they lead the way, helping to plan Mass services and bring daily faith into action.
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Extracurricular & Well-Rounded Development
We offer a broad range of activities that build leadership, teamwork, and community spirit. Options include:
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All Grades: Scouting, competitive sports, robotics, cooking, altar serving, Student Council, academic quiz bowl, and Amazing Afternoons.
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Middle School: Additional opportunities including band, drama club, yearbook committees, and Safety Patrol.
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School Life & Community Programs
Our structured school day runs from 7:55 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Additional support is available:
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Before School: Morning supervision from 7:30 a.m. (provided by parent volunteers).
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After-Care Program: Licensed and certified care from 2:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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A full academic calendar is shared each summer, with weather closures aligned with Montgomery County Public Schools.
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School Uniforms
Students are required to wear the approved school uniform, which can be purchased through Flynn & O’Hara (online and in-store). Our school code for the website is MD100 - Gaithersburg MD.
We also offer a second-hand uniform exchange for an affordable, sustainable option.​​
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Schedule a Visit to Meet Us!
Can’t attend one of our scheduled Open Houses? We’d be happy to show you around! Contact our school office at office@smsmd.org to schedule a tour or if you have any questions we would be happy to assist you.
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Interested in Applying to St. Martin School of Tours? 

We are so excited to learn you are interested in applying! Please visit our Apply to grades preK- Grade 8 page to begin!
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Non-Discrimination Policy
St. Martin’s School follows the Archdiocese of Washington’s Admissions Non-Discrimination Policy.
You may view the full policy on the Catholic Schools Office website.