St Mary’s, Chippenham As we come to the end of a busy and joyful term at St Mary’s in Chippenham, it is important to stop and reflect on the many wonderful events that have brought our school community together. This term, we have continued to welcome prospective Reception parents to our Open Days, giving families the chance to experience the warmth and vibrancy of our school community, our polite, happy children and to see St Mary’s at its very best – during a normal school day. The children at St Mary’s continue to make us so proud every day – their kindness and positivity sit at the centre of everything and it is hard not to smile and feel happy when you meet them. We were delighted to accompany our Chaplaincy Team to Clifton Cathedral earlier this term, when they all had the honour of being commissioned by Bishop Bosco. A truly special occasion that reminds us of our mission to live out our faith in service and love. Across the school, learning continues to extend beyond the classroom with outdoor learning, exciting class trips to the local library, the REME Museum, and Bristol’s Wake the Tiger immersive art experience – all of which support our curriculum by enriching our children’s experiences and sparking curiosity. As Advent began, we turned our hearts towards the true meaning of Christmas. We are looking forward to our EYFS and KS1 Nativity - a lovely traditional retelling of the Christmas story, full of joy and wonder and also the KS2 Nine Carols and Readings service. If previous years are anything to go by, this will be a real treat – beautiful and moving with exceptional singing! We also look forward to gathering as a school community for our Advent Mass with Father Keith, a time of prayer and reflection as we prepare for the birth of Jesus. These moments remind us that Christmas is not just about celebration, but about hope, peace, and love. Thank you to our staff, parents, and parish community for your support in making this term so special. Wishing you all a happy and holy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
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