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
Each term, we celebrate Sunday Mass at St Agnes’ Church at 10:30 for all the families in our school to attend. All children have the opportunity to take an active role. Children are encouraged to wear their full school uniform so that together with the congregation our school community can be celebrated. Following Mass, families are invited to stay for refreshments which allows for a wonderful opportunity to support the formation of our school.
The Masses coincide with Remembrance Day, Mothering Sunday and the end of the school year.
Dates for this school this year are:
Sunday 8thNovember 2026
Sunday 7th March 2027
Sunday 23rd May 2027
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
Every Monday each Key Stage gathers together for a Celebration of the Word that was celebrated at Mass the previous day.
The Headteacher and Deputy lead this worship, reflecting on and teaching the messages of the Gospel with a mission of how to take this forward for the coming week and beyond.
Parents are signposted to resources such as: Ten:Ten prayers and the Wednesday Word which can be used in advance of the Sunday Gospel to support the growth and development of their child’s faith.
On Occasion this time is shared with visitors from outside speakers which have included a representative from Mary’s meal and the hearing impaired service.
Hymn Practice
On Friday, Key stage 1 and 2 gather together to sing songs of praise to God. This is an opportunity for joyous prayer and the building of our community and a sense of belonging to St Agnes School.
Celebration Assembly
Every Friday we gather together to celebrate the achievements and individual talents of the school community. A variety of awards are presented including a star of the week within each class. This is given to recognise pupils flourishing where they have demonstrated school values, LORIC behaviours or for making a positive contribution and having an impact to the school community.
Pupils from Year six play a key role in preparing the hall, taking the role of DJ in organising the music and tidying up after.
This is a real highlight of the week for both children and staff.
Class Assemblies and Masses
Throughout the year, we celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist at St Agnes’ Church.
During the school year classes within key stage 2 are timetabled to celebrate Mass at St Agnes Church. This is an intimate service just for the class and parents, allowing all to have an up close and personal encounter with Christ.
In all Masses children help to prepare and lead through: altar serving, reading and presenting the precious offertory gifts. 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.