Howick Church of England Primary School

At Howick, collective worship is at the heart of our daily life and plays a central role in expressing and nurturing our Christian vision and values.

We value the way worship brings our school community together, creating opportunities for stillness, reflection, prayer and spiritual growth. Through collective worship, pupils and adults are encouraged to explore life's big questions, deepen their understanding of Christian beliefs and values, and consider how these can influence their actions and relationships in the world today.

We are proud of how confidently and thoughtfully our pupils speak about collective worship and the positive impact it has on their lives. They engage enthusiastically with opportunities to reflect, respond and make connections between worship themes and their own experiences.

Our daily programme of whole-school and class-based worship is creative, engaging and inclusive. It enables all members of our community to encounter Jesus' teachings and explore their relevance in contemporary life. Collective worship is an invitational experience, offering everyone the opportunity to participate while ensuring that those of other faiths or no faith can be present with integrity and respect. Through prayer, reflection, music, scripture and discussion, we seek to inspire all members of our community to flourish and live out our vision: "I can do all this through him who gives me strength" (Philippians 4:13).