Catholic Life at St Paul's

At St Paul’s, our Catholic faith shapes every part of school life. We are guided by our mission statement:

These words are at the heart of everything we do. Catholic Life at St Paul’s is seen in our daily prayer, Celebration of the Word, celebration of the Sacraments, and special liturgies that bring us together as a community of faith.

We also believe in putting our faith into action. Charity and service are central to our mission: we support local food banks, fundraise for CAFOD and Caritas, and take part in initiatives to help those in need both in our parish and across the wider world. Our pupils also engage in projects that promote justice, peace, and care for creation.

Children are at the heart of Catholic Life in our school. Our Chaplaincy Team helps to lead worship and guide others in prayer; our Caritas Ambassadors, carry out acts of service for those who are vulnerable or lonely; our Eco Warriors serve as stewards to God's creation; and our School Council leads major projects. Through these opportunities, pupils learn that they can make a real difference by living out the Gospel values and striving to ‘Be Like St Paul’.

At St Paul’s, Catholic Life is not just something we celebrate in church or in class — it is the way we live, learn, and grow together. As God’s family, we aspire to love, grow, learn and achieve beyond our dreams, always bearing joyful witness to God’s word.