Prayer and Liturgy
Prayer is central to life at Our Lady Catholic Primary School and is woven naturally into the rhythm of each school day. It stands at the heart of our mission, supporting pupils’ spiritual development and helping them grow in a close, personal relationship with God. Children are given regular opportunities to pray both privately and as a community, creating moments for personal reflection as well as shared worship. Prayer is expressed in many forms across the school – quiet contemplation, movement, song, and traditional Catholic prayers – ensuring that every pupil can participate in ways that are meaningful and accessible to them. Through these varied experiences, prayer becomes a lived and active part of daily school life.
Prayer Progression
Prayer progression is carefully considered as the children move through school. When they join us in Reception, they are welcomed with a 'Welcome Service' and are presented with their own Prayer Book.
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Age Phase |
5 – 7 (KS1) |
7 – 9 (Lower KS2) |
9 – 11 (Upper KS2) |
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Prayers |
The Sign of the Cross The Lord’s Prayer Hail Mary Glory Be Grace before meals Grace after meals |
The Apostles’ Creed An Act of Contrition Angel of God Come, Holy Spirit The Prayer of St Richard of Chichester |
Morning Offering The Rosary The Magnificat Act of Faith Act of Hope Act of Love |
Daily Prayers
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Morning Prayer |
Prayer before lunch |
Prayer after lunch |
End of day Prayer |
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Oh my God , you love me You’re with me night and day. I want to love you always, In all I do and say I’ll try to please you Father , Bless me through the day. Amen |
Bless us O God As we sit together Bless the food we eat today Bless the hands that made the food Bless us o God Amen |
Thank God for the food we have eaten , Thank you for all our friends. Thank you God for everything.
Amen |
God our Father , I come to say Thank you for your love today. Thank you for my family, And all the friends you give to me. Guard me in the dark of night, And in the morning send your light. Amen |
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The school community gathers to learn together, share successes, and give thanks for our week together. Pupils in each class receive Star of the Week, Good Shepherd award to celebrate the way that they have lived out our School values. |
Masses and Class Assemblies
Throughout the year, we celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist at Our Lady, Queen of Apostles Church. We also attend church throughout the year as part of our class Masses across the school. Children help to prepare and lead the Mass through altar serving, reading and bringing up the gifts during Mass. Parents and carers are also invited to join us for all Masses and assemblies.