Christian Life of the School
Our mission statement is “Loving and Learning in the Light of the Lord”. Here at Faith, we aim to promote and live out our core Christian values: Love, Generosity, Compassion, Courage, Forgiveness, Friendship and Respect. We reflect on these values in Collective Worship, during RE lessons and by immersing ourselves in Bible stories during whole school events. Our Christian values are at the heart of our school, enabling everyone here to understand themselves, to learn to reflect on experiences and to know how to treat others. We aspire to enable the whole school community to live by these values in order to live like Jesus.
Religious Education
Come and See (Y3-6)
As we are a joint Church of England and Catholic school, we teach RE in KS2 through an adapted version of the Catholic ‘Come and See’ curriculum. At the heart of the programme is the mystery of God’s self-revelation of love through Jesus Christ. Come and See gives pupils the opportunity to explore the mystery of faith and allows the children to search, to explore, to discover and to respond. Central to the programme are three basic human questions and the three Christian beliefs that are the church’s response in faith.
- Where do I come from? (Life – creation)
- Who am I? (Dignity – incarnation)
- Why am I here? (Purpose – redemption)
New Religious Education Directory ‘To know You more clearly.’ (EYFS-Y2)
This is a new programme of study, a model curriculum, to be taught in Primary and Secondary Schools. It is linked to the Catholic Liturgical Year with a six Branch structure, one Branch per half term. The Branches are as follows:
- Creation and Covenant
- Prophecy and Promise
- Galilee to Jerusalem
- Desert to Garden
- Ends of the Earth
- Dialogue and Encounter.
‘To know You more clearly’ has been implemented in EYFS and KS1 in the academic year 2023-2024 and will be roll out to KS2 during 2024-2026.
We use a variety of teaching approaches, including group discussions, role-playing, visits to places of worship, and engaging with artefacts and texts from different religious traditions. We incorporate opportunities for pupils to reflect on their own beliefs and experiences, encouraging personal and spiritual development.
RE at Faith is enhanced by the wonderful community we have around us. Visits from clergy from both St. Peter’s and St. Francis Xavier’s church are organised regularly and members of the community are invited to school to engage with the children during lessons. In addition, the children visit churches, both cathedrals and other places of worship. Learning about other cultures and religions is an important part of the children’s education and each year they will learn about Judaism and Islam, in addition to Christianity.
Collective Worship
“Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or troubled, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 19
Here at Faith Primary Academy, the Gospel Values are at the heart of everything we do. Below are just some of the ways we celebrate being part of God’s family.
Children spend time every day taking part in Collective Worship. Children and staff are encouraged to participate fully with the importance put on creating a prayerful and reflective atmosphere to make this time special.
During daily worship, teachers may use a range of stimulus such as: song, music, candles, flowers, scripture, formal and informal prayers, poetry, books, posters, mime and silence. There is a balance between formal and informal prayer intentions and a time to allow for spontaneous worship and celebrations. Attitudes of praise, thanksgiving and contrition are developed.
This is a time for sharing joy, sorrow, news and events. It is a time for us to come together to celebrate and give thanks; to worship God, to reflect on personal belief, to encourage faith and to respond to and celebrate life. Silence is valued for both collective and personal communion with God.
As each class teacher knows their children personally, this experience is most meaningful; children and staff get a sense of belonging and fellowship. Children will also have the opportunity to lead these acts of worship. Children of other faiths are included in and encouraged to pray alongside us.
This form of Collective Worship is always adapted to the age and development stage of the pupils. Staff are most sensitive to the needs and concerns of the children in their care.
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Collective Worship Themes 2023-2024 |
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Collective Worship Themes 2023-2024 |
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Church Information
St. Francis Xavier’ Church
St. Peter’s Church