Collective Worship
Collective worship is a valued and integral part of daily life in our school. It provides a special time for the whole school community to come together in a spirit of peace, reflection, and unity. Rooted in Christian values, our worship encourages children to explore faith, deepen their understanding of God, and reflect on how they can live out love, kindness, and respect in their daily lives.
Through stories, songs, prayer, and silence, children are invited to engage thoughtfully and spiritually—regardless of their personal beliefs.
Collective Worship is Inclusive:
At our school, collective worship is a special time where everyone is welcome. We come together to listen, think, ask questions, and reflect. Some people think about God during worship, and others use the time to explore their own thoughts and values.
Everyone is included, no matter what their faith or beliefs are. You can choose to join in, listen quietly, or just think for yourself. What matters is that it’s a safe and respectful time for everyone. Worship isn’t something that’s just done for you – it’s something we create together. You’ll have chances to help plan, lead, or share your ideas. We all bring our own experiences, and that makes worship rich and meaningful for everyone.
Collective Worship is Invitational:
In our school, worship is always an invitation, never something you have to do. Everyone is welcome, whether you follow a religion or not. You can join in as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.Worship is like sitting around a warm fire with an open door. The fire is the heart of our Christian message—kind, loving, and honest. The door is always open, and you can choose how close you want to sit. Some people like to join in with prayers, others prefer to listen quietly—and both are absolutely fine. We believe worship should help everyone feel safe, included, and free to be themselves.
Collective Worship is Inspirational:
In our school, worship is a time to feel inspired and to think about big questions—like who we are, what we believe, and how we can make a difference in the world. It helps us to reflect on our actions and how we treat others.
Worship can give us new ideas, help us think in new ways, and encourage us to stand up for what’s right. It’s a time to grow in confidence, kindness, and courage.
Everyone is welcome in worship, but we understand that some people might not feel ready or comfortable to take part. That’s okay too. Parents and pupils have the right to choose not to join in, and our school will always explain how that works clearly and kindly.
Evaluating Worship
Children are encouraged to reflect on worship using the following prompts:
Withdrawing Pupils from Collective Worship
The 1996 Education Act gives parents the legal right to withdraw their children from Collective Worship. This is upheld under the 1998 Act.
As an Anglican school we hold great value in the power of collective worship to formulate, enhance and celebrate the power and wonder of our Christian Faith. This said, if parents wish to withdraw their child from Collective Worship, we request that the reasons be put in writing and submitted to the Headteacher.