ST THOMAS
CE PRIMARY SCHOOL
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A Church School
Why is our Church of England school special?
Our Distinctive Church School
At St Thomas CE Primary School, we welcome all children, families, staff and visitors, whatever their faith, belief or background.
As a Church of England school, our Christian vision and values shape everything we do. Children learn about the Christian faith through collective worship, Religious Education and daily experiences throughout school life. Through the teachings of Jesus and the stories of the Bible, we encourage children to develop kindness, respect, compassion and a strong sense of belonging.
Our close partnership with St Thomas Church, Bradley enriches the life of our school. Through worship, celebrations and shared experiences, we support the spiritual development of all children and help them understand their place within both the school and wider community.
The story of St Thomas reflects an important value in our school: the courage to ask questions. Thomas sought understanding before believing, and we encourage our children to explore, wonder, question and think deeply about the world around them. We want every child to be curious, reflective and confident in developing their own beliefs and values.
We also recognise the importance of learning about different faiths and worldviews. By exploring diversity, identifying shared values and celebrating differences, children develop respect, understanding and appreciation for others. We encourage everyone to engage thoughtfully with questions of faith, identity and purpose, helping them become responsible and compassionate citizens in an increasingly diverse world.
Under God, education should be at the heart of the Diocese, with children, young people and school communities feeling a valued and fulfilled part of the Diocesan family. Good practice should be disseminated, with a clear understanding of the difference a Church school can make to the spiritual, moral and educational development of its pupils. The Board should strive to be at the forefront nationally and have a care for Christians working in community schools.
Richard Noake, Diocesan Director of Education
For more about the Diocese in Huddersfield, click here.
St Thomas' Church, Bradley
St Thomas Bradley is a Church called by God to live out the Gospel of Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit, using the gifts that God is giving his Church, through prayer, praise and worship. Based on discovering and celebrating Gods revealed purpose for our lives led by a team of worship leaders and a lively music group. Children are very much part of our worshiping Church, taking part in the services and in their own special groups. We are a Church that strives very much to be an active part of the community, by reaching into Bradley and welcoming groups into the Church building.
To view the St Thomas' Church website, click here.
