Prayer and Liturgy
At St Agnes’, prayer and liturgy play a fundamental part in daily school life, enabling us all to come together as one in prayer and worship. Each day begins and ends in prayer, creating a calm and reflective rhythm that shapes our community and helps us live out our mission: “The family of St Agnes loves, learns and grows together as followers of Jesus.”
Children are encouraged to learn a selection of traditional prayers in each year group, but are also encouraged to devise their own personal prayers. Every classroom has a focal point for prayer, which is appropriate to the liturgical season.
As a Catholic school, St Agnes’ strives to be invitational in its approach to prayer and worship, ensuring that every member of our community feels welcome, valued and respected. We recognise that prayer is central to our identity and seek to provide meaningful opportunities for children, staff, families and visitors to encounter God in ways that are accessible, inclusive and reflective of our shared faith. Through carefully planned liturgy, prayer and opportunities for reflection, we foster a community where everyone is encouraged to participate and feel a sense of belonging.
Prayer and Liturgy in our School
Prayer Leaders
Each class has a dedicated pupil prayer leader. Our Class Prayer Leader helps our class to pray, reflect and grow closer to God. They lead prayers, care for our prayer space, collect prayer intentions and encourage everyone to take part in prayer. They help us to remember that prayer is an important part of our everyday life at St Agnes’.
2026/27 Prayer Leaders
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6M |
Daniel |
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6P |
Ylenia. |
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5J |
Victoria |
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5N |
Austin |
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4I |
Alexandra B |
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4R |
Arion |
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3M |
Zoe D |
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3D |
Liseli |
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2HK |
Viola |
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2D |
Daniel |
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1AM |
Haley |
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1M |
Halle |
Family Mass
Daily Meditation
Every class takes part in a daily meditation, providing children and staff with a precious opportunity to pause, become still and reflect in the presence of God. These moments of quiet prayer and contemplation help to nurture children’s spiritual development, deepen their relationship with Jesus and encourage them to recognise God’s presence in their everyday lives.
Classroom Prayer
Classroom prayer is an integral part of everyday life at St Agnes’. Children are encouraged to be responsible, participate and lead in this reflective experience. Teachers lead collective worships for their class to allow time for reflection and prayer based on a religious theme or particular focus for that week. The children will be an integral part of the Prayer and Liturgy and contribute to planning and preparation.
Gospel Assembly
Hymn Practice
On Friday, Key stage 1 and 2 gather together to sing songs of praise to God and practice hymns and songs that we use for our collective worship and for Mass.
Celebration Assembly
Class Assemblies and Masses
Throughout the year, we celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist at St Agnes’ Church.
Classes in KS2 have an intimate Mass at St Agnes Church just for their classes and parents.
Children help to prepare and lead the Mass through Altar Serving, reading and bringing up the gifts during Mass. Parents and guardians are invited to join us for all Masses.
These links provide access to our age- and stage-appropriate prayer books, which children are introduced to and use throughout their time at St Agnes’. These resources are designed to support children’s spiritual development and make prayer accessible and easy to follow.
We encourage families to use them at home as a helpful guide, enabling parents and carers to pray with their children, support their growing faith and encourage regular opportunities for prayer and reflection together.