St. John's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Collective Worship
Updated 19th August, 2026
by
Mrs M Carvell
As a Church of England school, we deliver an act of Collective Worship every day.
Our daily Christian Collective Worship at St John’s, to which all staff, children and visitors attend, is the heartbeat of our school. It is unifying and inclusive, recognising the personal integrity of all members of our school community appropriate to the family backgrounds of the pupils and their ages and aptitudes.
Collective Worship plays a central role at St John’s, modelling our Christian ethos and values and proudly demonstrating our church school identity.
It offers everyone an opportunity to worship through engaging in relevant, meaningful experiences and provides opportunities for spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.
Weekly Structure:
Collective Worship is delivered through our four part structure of.....
1. Welcome/Gather
2. Word/Listen
3. Worship/Prayer/Response
4. Witness/Send/Go/Mission
Every half term, we consider a different Christian value using Values For Life (supported by Roots & Fruits as necessary) as the focus for our collective worship.
There are 18 values in total.
Do you have something for which you would like us to pray?
Let's join in prayer together
The children close some acts of Collective Worship by saying and signing the Lord's Prayer.
The Lord's Prayer
Our Father in Heaven
Hallowed be your name
Your Kingdom come
Your will be done
On Earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us today our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For the Kingdom, the power and the glory are yours,
Forever and ever,
Amen
Autumn 1: Justice
Proverbs 31:8
‘Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute.’
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
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What does it mean to be treated fairly? |
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Should everyone always be treated the same, or do some people need different help? |
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What should happen when someone breaks a rule? |
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| 4 |
How can we stand up for people when something is unfair? |
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| 5 |
Why do some people have more than others, and is that fair? |
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How can our actions help bring fairness and hope to others? |
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| 7 |
What changes could we make to make our school and community more just? |
Summer 2: Forgiveness
Ephesians 4:32
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you".
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Saying Sorry & Being Forgiven |
Jonah & the Lost Son |
World Bicycle Day |
What does it mean and how does it feel to forgive someone? |
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| 2 |
Being forgiven and Starting Again |
ValleyCids |
Turning Over a New Leaf |
Trooping the Colour |
Is saying sorry enough, or do we sometimes need to do more? |
| 3 |
The Lord's Prayer |
England World Cup | Belper 250 | ||
| 4 |
Amazing Grace - A Story of Forgiveness |
Amazing Grace |
St John the Baptist |
Does saying sorry mean that you should be forgiven? | |
| 5 |
Te Cross - symbol of forgiveness |
Rev. Elliot |
WorldChocolate Day |
Sing & Praise | Should we always forgive people, no matter what they have done? |
| 6 |
What have you learnt? |
Open the Bible |
St Swithun's Day | Sing & Praise | In what ways do we shine and make a difference to others? |
| 7 | Moving on |
Collective Worship at St. John's |
Leavers' Service |
Summer 1: Trust
Proverbs 3:5-6
'Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own.
Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one
who will keep you on track.'
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Putting Trust in Others |
Sing & Praise | St. George's Day |
How do we know if someone is safe to trust? |
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| 2 | Trustworthiness |
ValleyCids Open the Bible |
Earth Day | Earth Day Visitor |
Why is trust important in our school? |
| 3 |
Trusting God can Use Us |
What helps us believe that we can make a difference, even when we feel small or unsure? |
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| 4 |
Trusting God when the going gets tough |
Peace Be Still | Deaf Awareness Week |
Where can we find strength when things feel hard? |
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| 5 |
Trusting the Future to God |
Sir David Attenborough at 100 |
What helps us stay brave when we don’t know what will happen next? |
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| 6 | Kolkata led by JR | Open the Bible |
Trust in God Jeremiah 29:11 |
Sing & Praise |
Can small acts of trust make a big difference in the world? |
Spring 2: Peace
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 | Peaceful Places | Reverend Elliot | Symbols of Peace | St. David's Day |
What does ‘peace’ mean to you ? |
| 2 | Making Peace | Quotes of Peace | World Book Day | What does peace look, sound and feel like? | |
| 3 | Prince of Peace | Sceince Week | St. Patrick's Day | If you could write a rule that everyone in the world had to follow to keep peace, what would it be? | |
| 4 | Living at peace with the world |
ValleyCids Open the Bible |
Neurodiversity Week | Down Syndrome Day | |
| 5 | Being a peacemaker | Pupil Voice |
Spring 1: Creativity
Exodus 31:1–5:
“I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with ability and intelligence, with knowledge
and all craftsmanship, to devise artistic designs.”
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
An Artist's eye on Creation |
New Year | Creativity | - | |
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Carers of Creation |
Open the Book |
Awe & Wonder 'Wow' |
Christmas Day Fish & Chips British Values |
If you could solve one big problem in the world, what would it be and how? |
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The Miracle of Creation |
Burns Night |
If you could invent a new world, what would it look like? Who would live there? |
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Using our Senses to Enjoy Creation |
Chinese New Year |
Imagine you found a door to a secret place - what’s behind it? |
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Celebrating the Creation of New Life |
ValleyCids |
Race Equality Week |
If you could ask God one question about creation, what would it be? |
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| 6 | TBC |
Open the Bible |
Safer Internet Day |
If you could invent a machine to help people, what would it do? |
Autumn 2: Courage
Joshua 1:9 (ESV):
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go".
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 | Encouraging Others | Stories of Courage |
Anti-bullying Week |
What does it mean to be brave, even when you're scared? | |
| 2 |
Facing our Fears with Courage |
ValleyCids Open the Bible |
Remembrance Day |
Courageous Advocacy |
Can small acts of courage make a big difference? |
| 3 |
Facing Bullies with Courage |
Faith Above All |
Managing Emotions |
Who or what helps you feel brave/gives you courage? | |
| 4 |
The Courage to Stand Firm |
Rev. Elliot |
Daniel and the Lions |
St. Andrew's Day |
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| 5 |
Courage to make the first move |
Diocese: The Joy of Christmas Session 1 |
Diocese: The Joy of Christmas Session 2 |
Why is is important to share at Christmas? | |
| 6 | Courage in the Christmas Story |
Diocese: The Joy of Christmas Session 3 |
Diocese: The Joy of Christmas Session 4 |
How can we help someone feel happy at Christmas? |
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| 7 | Kolkata Companions | Rev. Elliot | Let's reflect | Spirituality |
What is the best gift you can give that doesn’t cost money? |
Autumn 1: Responsibility
Proverbs 22:6,
"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it,"
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Welcome Back to School |
The Mustard Seed Our Vision |
What does 'Responsibility' mean? | ||
| 2 |
Taking Responsibility for What we Say |
ValleyCids Open the Bible |
Kindness in our Words |
World Peace Day |
How have you shown responsibility this week? |
| 3 |
Taking Responsibility for our Time |
Importance Times |
Values in our school: Democracy |
When you are responsibile are you making the world a better place? |
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| 4 |
Taking Responsibility for Managing our Anger |
Rev. Alan | Managing Emotions | Black History Month | Is being responsible always easy? Why or why not? |
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Using our Gifts Resonsibly |
Neurodiversity | World Mental Health Day | How can we take care of our minds the same way we take care of our bodies—and why does it matter? | |
| 6 |
Taking Responsibility for our Family Members |
Open the Bible | St John's family - Ambassadors | Sing & Praise: Harvest | What makes a family special, and how do the people in your family show love and care for each other? |
| 7 | Harvest | Reflection: Responsibility |
Sprituality: Wow, Ow & Now |
Autumn 1: Humility
'All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because
God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'
1 Peter 5:5b
| Week | Whole School Worship | Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
| 1 |
Welcome Back New Beginnings |
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| 2 |
Showing humility by serving others |
ValleyCids |
Brother, SIster let me serve you |
Democracy International Day of Democracy |
| 3 | Humility to seek help | Rev.Anne |
Being able to ask for help |
Tolerance International Day of Peace |
| 4 | Humility to take advice |
Being thankful for guidance and advice |
Mutual Respect National Teaching Assistant Day |
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| 5 | Living a humble Life | Open the Bible | World Animal Day | Rule of Law |
| 6 | Learning humility |
Aesop's Fables The Hare and the Tortoise |
Individual Liberty World Homeless Day World Mental Health Day |
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| 7 |
Showing humility by helping others |
Open the Bible | World Food Day |
Year 3 Harvest Festival Service |
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Kolkata Scott Lane School |
What have we learnt this term about humility? |
Courageous Advocacy/Global Neighbours |
Autumn 2: Generosity
'Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly,
or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.'
2 Corinthians 9:7 KJV
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Unconditional Generosity |
Rev. Allen |
What can you be generous with? |
British Values Remembrance Day |
Should we show respect to everyone? |
| 2 |
The Joy of Being Generous |
ValleyCids Governor visit Open the Bible |
Respect: Odd Socks Day |
Anti-bullying |
Is it better to give or receive? |
| 3 |
INSET Day |
World Toilet Day |
Democracy UK Parliament Week |
How do you respect things? | |
| 4 |
Giving Time Generously |
Rev. Allen | Sharing | St Andrew's Day | What makes a good friend? |
| 5 |
Giving Generously |
Open the Bible |
Advent 1 Derbyshire Diocese |
Advent 2 Derbyshire Diocese |
How do you show generosity to others? |
| 6 |
Generosity for Future Generations |
Advent 3 Derbyshire Diocese |
Advent 4 Derbyshire Diocese |
What makes a person special? | |
| 7 |
Kolkata - Scott Lane School |
Generosity Reflection |
Carol Singing |
What makes Christmas special for you? |
Spring 1: Respect & Reverence
“Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.”
1 Peter 2:17
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Respect & Reverence for God's Creation |
How Great Thou Art |
Spirituality 1 Golden Glue |
What is wonderful about our world? |
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| 2 |
Respect & Reverence for Animals |
ValleyCids Open the Bible |
Endangered Animals |
Spirituality 2 Golden Glue Times |
Are humans more important than other animals? |
| 3 |
Respect & Reverence for Sacred Objects |
Rev. Allen |
Special Objects RSPB Burns Night |
Spirituality 3 The 'Wow' Times |
What 5 words best describe you? |
| 4 |
Respect & Reverence for God |
School Prayer Chinese New Year |
Spirituality 4 The 'Ow' Times |
How do you show respect to others? |
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| 5 |
Respect & Reverence for Others |
Open the Bible |
Children's Mental Health Week |
Spirituality 5 The 'Now' Times |
What makes you happy? |
| 6 |
Spirituality: Our Class Journals |
Safer Internet Day |
Random Acts of Kindness Day |
Can kindness change the world? |
Spring 2: Wisdom
'Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future.'
Proverbs 19:20
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Wisdom from the Tree of Life - Proverbs Year 5 Lent Service |
Proverbs & St David's Day |
Stand Up to Bullying |
What is the difference between being clever and being wise? |
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| 2 |
The Wisdom of Building on Secure Foundations |
ValleyCids |
World Hearing Day |
Why do we need books? |
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| 3 |
Learning Wisdom from our Parents |
Reverend Alan |
Commonwealth Day |
Young Carers Day |
Where can you find words of wisdom? |
| 4 |
St Patrick's Day |
Open the Bible |
World Water Day |
International Day of Happiness |
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| 5 |
King Solomon Making Wise Decisions |
Wise choices |
Spring 2 Reflection |
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| 6 |
Kolkata |
Spirituality |
Summer 1: Perseverance
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will
receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
| Week |
Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
| 1 |
Persevering with the Truth |
Bank Holiday Week |
St George's Day |
What is perseverance & why is it important? |
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| 2 |
Persevering to Finish the Job |
ValleyCids |
Is perseverance the same as courage? |
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| 3 |
Persevering to the End |
Open the Bible |
Coronation Day |
VE Day |
Who inspires people to persevere? |
| 4 |
God's persevering Love |
Christian Aid |
Mental Health Awareness Week |
When have you persevered and what did it feel like? |
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| 5 |
Perseverance & Self Belief |
Rev. Alan |
Spirituality |
Ascension Day |
Summer 2:
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Whole School Worship |
Visitor |
Class Worship (Reflection) |
Year Group Worship |
The Big Question |
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2023
Justice
Autumn 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of justice. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Welcome back - Mr. Averis
Justice linked to Kolkata - Mr. Averis
Justice for the poor - Mr. Averis
Harvest Festival - Mr. Averis
Standing up for those who are treated unjustly - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
Making a difference- Mr. Averis
Including others - Mr. Averis
God's justice - Reverend Anne
Those who seek the LORD understand justice fully - Proverbs 28:5
Forgiveness
Summer 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of forgiveness. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Forgiveness linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Saying sorry and being forgiven - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
Being forgiven and starting again - Reverend Anne
Amazing Grace-a story of forgiveness - Mr. Averis
Mental Health - changes including transition - Mental Health Support Team (visitors)
Global Education - KS2 children led by Mrs Higgs
Forgive us our sins - Mr. Averis
Forgive as the Lord forgave you - Colossians 3:13
Trust
Summer 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of trust. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Trust linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Having trust in others - Reverend Anne
Trustworthiness - Mr. Averis
Trusting that God can use us - Class teachers
Trusting God when the going gets tough - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
Global Education - KS2 children led by Mrs Higgs
Trust in the LORD with all your heart - Proverbs 3:5
Peace
Spring 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of peace. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Peace linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Peaceful places - Reverend Anne
Prince of peace - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
Living at peace with the world - Mr. Averis
Global Education - KS2 children led by Mrs Higgs
Blessed are the Peacemakers - Matthew 5:9
Creativity
Spring 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of creativity. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Creativity linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
An artist's eye on creation - Mr. Averis
Global Education - KS2 children led by Mrs Higgs
Carers of creation - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
The miracle of creation - Mr. Averis
Using our senses to enjoy creation - Reverend Anne
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth - Genesis 1:1
2022
Courage
Autumn 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of courage. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Courage linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Encouraging others - Mr. Averis
Facing our fears with courage - Reverend Anne
Facing bullies with courage - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
The courage to stand firm - Mr. Averis
Courage to make the first move - Mr. Averis
Global Education - KS2 children led by Mrs Higgs
Christmas - a time to give - Mr. Averis
Be strong and of good courage…for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you - Deuteronomy 31:6
Responsibility
Autumn 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of responsibility. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Welcome back and responsibility linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Taking responsibility for what we say - Mr. Averis
Taking responsibility for our time - Mr. Averis
Taking responsibility for managing our anger - Emma and Abby from Valley CIDs
Using our gifts responsibly - Mr. Averis
Taking responsibility for our family members - Mr. Averis
Global Learning - The Global Citizens club led by Mrs Higgs
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart - it is the Lord Christ you are serving - Colossians 3:23-24
Service
Summer 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of service. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Service linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Sacrificial service - Mr. Averis
A queen serves her people - Mr. Averis
Awards for service - Mr. Averis
Courageous service - Mr. Averis
Serving the local community - Emma from Valley CIDs
Global Learning - The Global Citizens club led by Mrs Higgs
Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing - Psalms 100:2
Perseverance
Summer 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of perseverance. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Perseverance linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Persevering with the truth - Mr. Averis
Persevering to finish the job - Individual class teachers
Persevering to the end - Mr. Averis
Global Learning - The Global Citizens club led by Mrs Higgs
Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us - Hebrews 12:1
Wisdom
Spring 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of wisdom. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Wisdom linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Wisdom from the Tree of Life - Mr. Averis
The wisdom of building on secure foundations - Sue from ValleyCids
Learning wisdom from our parents - Reverend Anne
The true mother (linked with Mothers' Day) - Mr. Averis
Global Learning - The Global Citizens club led by Mrs Higgs
He who holds his tongue is wise - Proverbs 10:19
Respect and Reverence
Spring 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of respect and reverence. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Respect linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Respect & reverence for God's creation - Sue from Valley CIDs
Respect & reverence for animals - Mr. Averis
Respect & reverence for sacred objects - Reverend Anne
Respect & reverence for God - Mr. Averis
Global Learning - The Global Citizens club led by Mrs Higgs
Show proper respect to everyone - 1 Peter 2:17
2021
Generosity
Autumn 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of generosity. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Generosity linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Unconditional Generosity - Mr. Averis
The Joy of Being Generous - Sue from Valley CIDs
Giving Time Generously - Mr. Averis
Giving Generously - Mr. Averis
Generosity for Future Generations - Reverend Anne
Generosity at Christmas - Mr. Averis
Searching for the Truth - Mr. Averis
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed - Proverbs 11:25
Truthfulness
Autumn 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of truthfulness. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Welcome Back! - Mr. Averis
Truthfulness linked with Kolkata - a Global Issue - Mr. Averis
Truth and Deception - Mr. Averis
Choosing the Truth - Mr. Averis
Standing for the Truth - Mr. Averis
Harvest festival - Mr. Averis
Seeing the Truth - Reverend Anne
Searching for the Truth - Mr. Averis
The one...who speaks the truth from their heart...will never be shaken - Psalm 15 v 2-5
Hope
Summer 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of hope. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Jesus is the Hope of the World - Class teachers
The Rainbow - a symbol of hope - Mr. Averis
Planting Hope - Takeover Team
Hope for the future - Mr. Averis
Bringing Hope to Others - Mr. Averis
Pushing Through - Mr. Averis
Hopeful Holidays - Mr. Averis
Joshua said to them, “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Be strong and courageous.” Joshua 10:25
Humility
Summer 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of humility. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Showing humility by serving others - Mr. Averis
Humility to seek help - Mr. Averis
Humility to take advice - Mr. Averis
Living a humble life - Mr. Averis
Mental Health Awareness Week - Mrs. Winson-Bushby and friends
Learning humility - Mr. Averis
Living for others - Mr. Averis
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up - James 4 v 10
Friendship
Spring 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of friendship. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Friendship in Good Times and Bad- Mr. Averis
Friendship, the Greatest Treasure- Mr. Averis
Friends Again- Mr. Averis
Friends in Trouble- Mr. Averis
Trusting our Friends- Mr. Averis
A friend loves at all times - Proverbs 17:17
Compassion
Spring 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of compassion. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
God's compassion for his people - Mr. Averis
Showing compassion to others by sharing- Mr. Averis
Compassion for the elderly - Mr. Averis
Compassion for neighbours in need- Mr. Averis
Compassion for the poor - Mr. Averis
Compassion and mental health- Mrs Winson-Bushby and friends
The Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness - Exodus 34:6
2020
Thankfulness
Autumn 2: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of thankfulness. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Remembering to say thank you - Mr. Averis
Saying Grace- Mr. Averis
Extravagant thanks - Mr. Averis
Creation praise- Mr. Averis
Christian Aid - Mrs Robinson and friends
Counting your blessings- Mr. Averis
Thankful for the good news- Mr. Averis
In all things, give thanks - 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Justice
Autumn 1: This half-term, the children are learning about the value of justice. Here is an overview of each week's topic and leader:
Welcome back - Mr. Averis
Justice for the poor - Mr. Averis
Standing up for those who are treated unjustly - Mr. Averis
Making a difference- Mr. Averis
Including others - Mr. Averis
Making wise decisions - Mr. Averis
God's justice - Mr. Averis
Keeping God's rules - Mr. Averis
Our purpose is to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of one another - 2 Corinthian 8:21