Together we live and learn in the light of God.
‘With God all things are possible’
Matthew 19:26
Collective Worship
Collective worship at St. James’ CE Academy is rooted in our Christian vision, the Bible, the church year and God’s love for all. It is inclusive, invitational and inspiring. It is educational in nature and does not make any assumptions of the world views of the collective. Our Church school worship is in line with the practices of the church, it is our Christian driver. It is a valued part of our school day and welcomes all.
Our community is the foundation of our Collective Worship policy. It reflects the law and strengthens the distinctive ethos of the school as Church of England primary school.
Collective Worship Crew
Our student leaders for Collective Worship are Esma, Eden & Lilley
We are inclusive by ensuring
• Themes are relevant to all age ranges and abilities.
• We engage pupil participation.
• Pupil’s lead our Worships.
• Use of language is inclusive for all.
• We use images from the worldwide Church.
• We use a variety of styles when we reflect and engage with story.
• We choose our words carefully for prayer.
We are invitational by ensuring
• A warm, open and generous welcome is given to all.
• Worship appeals to the senses.
• We cater for all learning styles
• We are aware of spiritual styles.
• We promote all pupil contributions.
• We use words of prayer as suggestions.
• We accept various levels of involvement.
We are inspiring by ensuring
• We create a worshipful atmosphere.
• We use sounds and silence, stillness and movement.
• We are responsive to context.
• We deliver a living message for all.
• We deliver through our value of creativity.
• We inspire through wisdom, form and holy living.
St James’ Church
Clergy from the church regularly join and lead our Collective Worship in school and we have services at church for Harvest, Christmas, Easter and our Year 6 leavers’ service. Classes often visit the church as part of the RE curriculum.
You can find out more about St James’ Church below;
