Chaplaincy

Our mission is to provide a rigorous and broad education within the context of a Christian environment. An understanding of the Roman Catholic faith, in line with the Gospel message, underpins the whole work of the school. Our main aim is to develop the self-esteem, dignity and respect of all members of the community by concentrating on each person’s infinite worth in the eyes of God.

Our school’s Christian ethos underpins all its work and provides all members of the school community with a safe environment which is paramount in creating a successful learning environment.

All students receive lessons in religious education and our Catholic identity and spiritual life are reflected in all areas of our school.

We join together in prayer three times a day and students participate in a service of reconciliation during both Advent and Lent. Sixth form students also take part in days of reflection and retreat held outside school. Such retreats provide opportunities to get to know each other, to reflect and to explore spiritual beliefs in relaxing locations away from the busy demands of an academic timetable.The whole school community celebrates Masses in the Autumn term and on the feast of St's Peter and Paul.

Our charity work demonstrates our willingness to help others outside the school community, whether locally, nationally or internationally. Students and staff participate in a wide range of charitable events and fund raising activities. Our support of CAFOD in its efforts to relieve poverty in the developing world also educates our students. The long involvement of sixth form students and staff with organisations such as Children in Need opportunities to help others.

The chapel is a place of peace and reflection which may be used by all members of the school community. The chaplain responds to particular needs within our school, as well as leading our faith journey and liaising with parish priests and others.

We are proud that our former students promote the attitudes and values of St Peter’s as they work all over the world in a variety of occupations. They are advocates of peace, justice and racial harmony. Our sixth form welcomes our own year 11 students as well as those from many local schools and we also have some international students.