As a church school, we purposefully cultivate spiritual growth by allowing time for essential experiences, encouraging increasing awareness of the world - its wonders and challenges. We create opportunities for thoughtful reflection with the support of others, and exploring diverse ways to act upon the faith or convictions that emerge from this journey. 

While the questions and examples provided may be particularly relevant to Year Six, we encourage you to explore the pages for other year groups. We recognise that every child is unique, and we strive to offer thoughtful and respectful challenges, tailoring our questions and opportunities to align with each child’s age, stage of development, and individual experiences.

Opportunities for children to nurture their spirituality are interwoven throughout the curriculum and daily school life. We believe that you will find it both insightful and inspiring to explore the children’s experiences and reflections...

In a unit where the children were grappling with 'Creation' and the relationship between religion and science, Ethan wondered at the sphere shape of the world, something that he found fascinating. Fraser was interested to consider why humans were chosen to be the stewards of the world and why earth was chosen as His creation. The same unit led Ilythea to challenge her thinking: "I have lots of questions to ask which have unknown answers. What is my purpose in this world? If God is real, why do we have nasty people? There are so many bad things that happen in the world, but good things are happening to other people simultaneously."  This thinking greatly supported class digging deeper into ideas beyond ourselves.

In a lesson about Humanism, the children were considering what matters the most in their lives and how this impacts their values and the way in which they want to live their lives. Evan spoke about his Buddy in Reception: "Something that affects my day to day life is my buddy. I look forward to seeing him. It makes me want to be a great example to him and help him as much as I can. I try to be as fun, but as sensible as I can."

Another member of Year Six was challenged by a leader at Laches Wood to try the already-daunting climbing wall with a blindfold and without any spoken advice or guidance! She approached the wall with determination. Without being able to see, or hear her friends, she climbed with confidence. Other children below watched in awe, amazed as she accomplished this seemingly impossible task. It was a powerful moment - showing that there is a strength that goes beyond what we can see or touch. 

Year Six children, visiting Walton High School, planted daffodils together, each one symbolizing new beginnings and growth. Planting these flowers gave the children a reminder that, like the flowers, they would grow and flourish in the year ahead. One child wisely said, “The flowers will grow with us at high school,” capturing the essence of the moment. As the children move on to Walton High, they will be able to reflect on the daffodils, knowing that just like the flowers, they are too are open to growth in the future.