School Mission

As a Benedictine school we pay particular attention to the spiritual needs of the individual child. We seek to promote stability in relationships, thoughtful and responsive obedience and a welcoming community of mutual service.

The spiritual development of all is at the heart of our Catholic Benedictine ethos. Gospel values underpin everything we undertake. There is respect for the dignity and worth of all persons. The whole community is included in the many opportunities for prayer, assembly and Mass both in School and in the magnificent Abbey Church. Monks are a living witness in the school; not only do they act as Chaplains throughout the age range, but are readily available for personal counsel. Pupils and their families relish this support and are often known to return long after their direct association with the School has ended.

Opportunities for Christian service are encouraged with a wide range of activities including a student-led St Vincent de Paul Society, an Amnesty group, an annual pilgrimage to Lourdes to work with HCPT- The Children’s Pilgrimage Trust, and a variety of fundraising efforts for many charities, chosen by the pupils.

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