Collective Worship

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”

Philippians 4:7

Collective Worship

Collective Worship is the heartbeat of life at St. Leonard's. It is at the centre of our school community, shaping our Christian vision and inspiring us to live out our values of Hope, Community, Dignity and Wisdom each day. It provides a special opportunity for our whole school family to come together in worship, reflection and prayer, nurturing our spirituality and strengthening our relationships with God, one another and the wider world.

At St. Leonard's, Collective Worship is inclusive, invitational and inspirational. It offers everyone the opportunity to participate in ways that are meaningful to them, while respecting the beliefs and backgrounds of all members of our school community. Through worship, we encourage children to reflect on life's big questions, celebrate God's love, develop hope and compassion, and consider how they can make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Our worship takes many forms throughout the year, including:

Whole-school worship
Class worship
Global and world-focused worship
Celebration worship
Family worship
Worship in St. Leonard's Church
Guided meditation and opportunities for stillness and reflection
Seasonal worship celebrating key Christian festivals such as Harvest, Christmas, Easter and Pentecost, often planned and led by different year groups.

Worship is enriched through a variety of experiences including singing, Bible readings, storytelling, drama, music, prayer, reflection, moments of silence, creative responses and opportunities to put our faith into action through acts of kindness, service and generosity.

Collective Worship is a protected and valued part of every school day. All pupils and staff gather together daily, recognising this time as an opportunity to pause, reflect and grow together as a Christian community. Children speak positively about worship and value the sense of belonging, peace and encouragement it brings.

Each term, our worship programme is carefully planned by our Worship Leader, Mrs Lowe, to ensure continuity, progression and meaningful links with the Church's liturgical year, our Christian values and current events. We use the Roots and Fruits programme and Picture News as the foundation for much of our worship, enabling children to explore biblical teaching and apply it to their everyday lives.

Pupil leadership is an important feature of worship at St. Leonard's. Children are encouraged to take an active role in planning, leading and evaluating worship, developing their confidence, spirituality and leadership skills. Each year group has opportunities to prepare and lead worship, helping to ensure that Collective Worship reflects the voice, talents and experiences of our whole school community.

Through Collective Worship, we seek to inspire every member of our school family to flourish—to grow in faith, character and wisdom, to live with hope, to value the dignity of every person, and to make a positive contribution to our local, national and global communities.

The lead teacher for Collective Worship is Mrs Lowe. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me through the school office on 01827 213995 or email office@st-leonards-wigginton.staffs.sch.uk