St Benedict’s We have had a wonderful start to the 2025/26 academic year as part of the DCET Trust, spending the first two terms focusing on the shared values that guide both our school and the Trust. In Term 1 we explored stewardship and were delighted to welcome the Bristol and Avon Rivers Trust to lead an assembly and workshops on protecting the environment by reducing water run-off into rivers and streams. They also worked with groups of children to install living drains in both playgrounds so that rainwater from the downpipes can be used to water a variety of plants chosen and planted together. This was a thoughtful and practical way to reflect on our responsibility as ambassadors for the wonderful creation God has given us. In Term 2 we focused on respect and were honoured to contribute to the local community Remembrance Service, where children shared prayers, poems and laid wreaths. In school, Fr Martin led us in a moving remembrance liturgy, helping the children understand that respect can be expressed in many forms. Across both terms we have deepened our understanding of values and responsibilities by working towards becoming a Rights Respecting School. Mrs Winter and the Rights Rangers have helped ensure everyone understands the importance of having a voice, while our Chaplaincy Team and Wellbeing Champions have led projects that secured funding to improve the school area through developing a vegetable garden, EYFS equipment and the beginnings of our sensory prayer garden. We are proud to have strengthened our music provision through the introduction of RockSteady, enjoyed welcoming local nurseries for community events, and embraced kindness through our 25 Acts of Kindness challenge. As Advent begins, we continue to support our local food bank so that everyone can enjoy a special Christmas. “What an excellent first term—our values shining brightly in all we do.”
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NTc5NzI=