Faith Leaders
At St. Stephen’s RC Primary School, our children play an active and vital role in the leadership of our school community. Through various leadership teams, such as the Laudato Si’ Team, CARES Team (Chaplains), and Playground Peacemakers, our children are given the opportunity to develop essential skills, take responsibility, and make a positive impact.
CARES Team (Chaplains)
The CARES Team is dedicated to leading Prayer and Liturgy within our school. We play an essential role in organising and leading whole-school collective worship and special events marking significant saints’ feast days. Our team has worked hard to create sacred spaces around the school, offering areas for spontaneous prayer and quiet reflection. We also plan and host Stay & Pray events throughout the liturgical calendar, ensuring that our school community has the opportunity to grow closer to God in prayer and worship.
Laudato Si’ Team
Inspired by Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, our team is dedicated to promoting the care of our common home—God’s creation. We lead initiatives to make our school environment more sustainable and eco-friendly, encouraging everyone to take responsibility for the planet. Our mission is to inspire our fellow children to be responsible caretakers of the world around them and to live in harmony with God’s creation.
Playground Peacemakers
As our newly formed group, Playground Peacemakers, we are a group of children who will volunteer every day to support the younger members of our school community. We will lead playtime activities, teach games, and provide a listening ear to those who are feeling upset or just want to have a chat! Our role also involves helping to resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner, promoting kindness and understanding among all children. Through our work, we will help to create a safe and caring environment where everyone can thrive, ensuring that every child at St. Stephen’s feels valued, supported, and at peace. Watch this space as we begin to start out work soon!