Kempshott Junior School
Assemblies / Collective Worship Policy
In accordance with current legislation, the school has a daily act of worship for every child, which is mainly Christian in nature. Parents are reminded in the school Prospectus that they may withdraw their child from all or part of acts of collective worship. The request for this must be in writing, addressed to the Headteacher. Withdrawal of a child from an assembly by a member of staff must have the prior permission of the Headteacher or person in charge of school that day.
Collective Worship is part of the educational provision of this school in that it provides an opportunity to demonstrate and discuss aspects of the school ethos, philosophy and values, as well as convey Christian ideas and messages. For this reason, all staff working with the children are encouraged to attend and share the experiences. Whole school Assemblies taken by school staff follow a pre-determined theme.
Our themes in assemblies allow for, on different occasions:-
i) a time for reflection
ii) a time for sharing values and morals
iii) a time for sharing Christian beliefs
iv) a time for empathy and reverence
v) a time for prayer
vi) a time for celebrating successes - both personal and school
vii) a time for welcoming visitors
viii) a time for inviting visitors to share their expertise and thoughts
ix) a time for presentations from adults, children and classes
x) a time for celebrate special occasions and events
xi) a time to develop our sense of community and belonging
Our assemblies take different forms and at present are generally as follows:-
Monday, (20 minutes) - whole school assembly taken by the Head, Deputy Head or visitors such as the Vicar or Curate of St. Mark’s Church and other local churches.
Tuesday, (15 minutes) - a Year or work area assembly taken by a teacher in that year group
Wednesday, (20 minutes) - whole school singing practice
Thursday, (15 minutes) – Whole school assembly – taken by a member of the teaching staff
Friday, (20 minutes) - whole school assembly taken by a member of the School Leadership Team or children. Parents are invited to the class assemblies.
Revised: Spring 2016
Review: Spring 2017