Our Lady's

Religious Education

As a Catholic school, Jesus Christ remains central to every aspect of school life. All pupils are educated in the beliefs and devotional practices of the Catholic Church. Mass takes place in school every fortnight with parents, families and parishioners warmly welcomed.

We prioritise the spiritual development of our pupils through regular Acts of Collective Worship, which take place throughout the school week. These moments offer meaningful opportunity for reflection, prayer, and community building, fostering an environment where children can deepen their understanding of faith. Children lead class liturgies and each class has an RE leadership team, which promotes leadership skills and a sense of ownership in their faith journey. This involvement encourages them to articulate and share their beliefs. 

Catholic Social Teaching is woven throughout all aspects of school life, guiding our pupils to understand the importance of serving others and promoting social justice. Our children are eager to fulfil their mission, embodying the principles of compassion, respect, and community engagement that are central to our ethos.

 
The Catholic RE scheme ‘Living and Growing as the People of God’ is followed throughout the school. This is supplemented by work on the saints and stories from the Old and New Testaments, RSE Ten Ten sessions and Personal, Social and Emotional Development. Children participate in special liturgies during the school year which are timed to coincide with events in the Church’s calendar.

Spiritan Brothers Parish Priest Fr Kwaghtaver, Matthew C.S and Assistant Parish Priest: Fr Eamonn Mulcahy C.S.Sp work closely with school staff and families.
Parents and carers are advised that, in desiring a Catholic education for their child, it is expected that all pupils will participate in RE lessons.

All pupils learn about other religions and cultures and are encouraged to show respect and acknowledgement for the beliefs of others through open discussion and shared experiences.

Right to withdraw from RE teaching

In the UK, parents shave the right to withdraw their children from RE on the grounds that they wish to provide their own RE.