Collective Worship
At St. Andrew's, Collective Worship is an important part of daily school life. We always open every collective worship by sharing our school vision:
On Mondays, we gather together in the hall for a themed Collective Worship, focusing on Spirituality, led by Mrs Black. She also starts the week off with our Herdy sheep, where the children share how they are feeling. This is a good opportunity for both children and staff to be aware of how everyone is feeling in their class and how they can support each other.
On Tuesdays, we are led by Mrs Dutaut who shares with us Picture News from around the world.
On Wednesdays, one of the teachers will lead Worship News, which has a Christian focus on the Picture News from the day before.
On Thursdays, we watch iSingPop which is an exciting and reflective collective worship video.
Finally, on Fridays we gather together to celebrate achievements and reflect on the week that has passed. Each teacher chooses a child who has really shone that week by displaying our CARE values. Friday's Collective Worship also involves a re-share of our Herdy sheep to conclude and reflect on the week.
We always end every Collective Worship with our school prayer and our peace be with you sign language. We always encourage the children to 'pray as you pray' so that everyone from all faiths can be included.
At Harvest, Easter and Christmas, we always hold a service for the children and their families at St. Andrew's Church in the village.