This school forms part of a long tradition of Catholic education in this country. It comes under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Birmingham who support the Catholic ethos of the school. St Thomas More offers a distinctively Christian education in the form of a holistic approach to a person’s development.
We aim to create ‘a climate of gospel values where students can realise their full potential’ academically, intellectually, morally and socially: therefore, in addition to striving for academic excellence, a person is encouraged to take part in the liturgical life of the school to foster personal growth and maturity.
Morning Worship and Assembly
Each school day begins with an Act of Worship either in the form of a whole year assembly or in smaller Form Tutor groups. Students and staff are encouraged to prepare prayers, assemblies and meditations which are interesting and meaningful. Staff are supported in their endeavours by the RE department and the Lay Chaplain, all of whom have access to a wide range of resources.
Community Mass
Mass takes place on a regular basis. Mass is celebrated in school by our local priests Fr. David Doran, Fr. Craig Fullard and Fr. Brendan Carrick.
Holy Days of Obligation
All students attend Mass on these days as set out by the RC Church and the Diocese of Birmingham. Visiting clergy often assist in the celebrations of these important events.
Special Assemblies and End of Term Services
The Youth SVP Liturgy group, which comprises of both staff and students, provides meaningful and reflective services throughout the Church’s Liturgical Year. Emphasis is placed on the development of a spirituality which is inclusive of all members of our school community.
Deanery Vocations 2023
Month of the Most Holy Name of Jesus. Pray for the courage to serve the Lord in whatever ways He calls you during the coming year.
Month of the Holy Family This Month’s Deaneries: Dudley and Wolverhampton Oxford (South)
Month of Saint Joseph This Month’s Deanery: Banbury and Warwick
Month of the Holy Eucharist This Easter, pray that the Lord send more labourers into His harvest.
Month of the Blessed Virgin Mary This Month’s Deanery: Birmingham Cathedral and South
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Recent Chaplaincy News and Notices
Easter Bonnet Competition Results
We asked our pupils and staff to decorate or make an Easter themed bonnet for our annual St Thomas More Easter Bonnet competition. On Tuesday 29th March 2023, our pupils…
Manny Kang talk with Year 8 students
We were very happy to have Manny Kang in school this morning to talk to year 8. He talked to the students about his faith as a Sikh and how…
Easter Bonnet Competition
As part of our Easter celebrations this year, we will be holding our first Easter Bonnet Competition! The competition is open to all students and prizes will be given to…
Donation to IT Schools Africa
We are proud to have recently supported IT Schools Africa by donating some of our old IT equipment which consisted of 24 PCs, 20 laptops and various accessories. It will…
Festive fundraising from our amazing catering team!
Here are our catering staff who are full of Christmas cheer ( Right to left: Chandra, Joanne, Neyde, Rachel, Terrie, Vicky, Liz Catering Manager Jane, Theresa) These ladies are the…
All Saints’ Day – 1st November 2022
Today we celebrate All Saints’ Day, a solemnity which the Church celebrates the glory of all the saints. God of life, We give thanks for all the holy men and…
Masses for All Saints and All Souls Days
A reminder of St. John Henry Newman Parish Mass times celebrating All Saints Day, fulfilling the Holy Day of Obligation and All Souls Day.
STM Coffee Morning
Great to see so many turn up for our first Coffee Morning in two years! Looking forward to more in the autumn term.
Year 9 SVP Crown Mary
Today our Year 9 SVP group joined with Father David for a service to crown Mary in this month of May. Miss S McPhee + posts Miss S McPhee is… Continue reading …
Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation Parents’ meeting 28th April 2022
Preparation for the Sacrament of ConfirmationParents’ meeting 28th April 2022 – 6.30pm-7.30pmVenue: St. Thomas More Catholic School Parents of students who have made their First Holy Communion but have not…
Today we celebrate Easter Sunday
Today is Easter Sunday, Easter is the most important day of the Christian liturgical calendar. If Christ did not rise from the dead, then all would be in vain. Easter…