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.
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Recent Chaplaincy News and Notices
Walk of Witness
From the Archdiocese of Birmingham: “Join us on our virtual Walk of Witness this year. An ecumenical ‘walk’ through Birmingham, reflecting on the Stations of the Cross. Although we cannot…
Make National Day of Reflection on Pandemic a Day of Prayer
The President and Vice President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales have urged the faithful to make the National Day of Reflection on COVID-19 a day of…
Wait a minute – video reflections for Lent
The Youth Ministry Team are posting a video each day of Lent, offering daily reflections.
Vocations Mass from St Chad’s
Mass is held at the request of the North Staffordshire Vocations Promotions Group for vocations to the Priesthood. This will take place at 9.30am on Thursday 11 February 2021, and…
Download our latest Collective Worship PowerPoint
Our latest Collective Worship PowerPoint is now available for download from our Chaplaincy page.
Good Samaritan Week
Good Samaritan Week will take place 8-12 February 2021. Please remember that we will be celebrating Good Samaritan Week in school from Monday. This is always a special week for…
Praying for Unity
This week is the week of prayer for Christian Unity. The call to pray for the unity of the Church goes back to Jesus. His words show us the unity…
Peace Sunday 2021
Peace Sunday is on 17 January and this year Pope Francis asks us to think about ‘A Culture of Care as a Path to Peace’. Pope Francis calls on us…
Faith Alive at Saint Thomas More
During this lockdown we want to highlight for you the different resources that are available from school to help nourish us spiritually. Each week the Collective worship power points will…
Advent appeals thanks
We would like to thank students, staff, parents and carers for their incredible generosity in donating to our Advent appeals. Yesterday afternoon our donations were delivered to Fr Craig. Year…
Christmas Service 2020
This year has been an especially challenging one, but it has not stopped the St. Thomas More Christmas spirit! We may not all be in school together, but as a…
The Seasons of Advent
In the Catholic Church, Advent is a period of preparation extending over the four Sundays before Christmas. The word Advent comes from the Latin advenio, “to come to,” and refers…