Our Ethos Group is made up of two representatives from each class in Key Stage 2 with support from Mrs Woodward (RE Subject Lead).
The Ethos Group have important roles and responsibilities which include regularly meeting with the RE Subject Lead to discuss ethos, RE teaching, collective worship and religious festivals that are celebrated. They are central to our child led worship and contribute to whole school and key stage worship.
They run school wide initiatives based on our Christian values, refresh worship displays, lead the school prayers and read from the Bible.
The Ethos Group plan, lead and evaluate Collective Worship regularly and are the voice of the pupils for worship time at Poulton St. Chad’s School.
The Ethos Group with our school leaders: Mrs Bitsakaki, Mr Keighley and Archdeacon David of Blackburn Diocese.
During his visit to our school, Archdeacon David met with the Ethos Group, who were keen to learn about his role. He explained his responsibilities within the Church and in supporting schools. The children found his visit inspiring and gained a deeper understanding of how faith influences leadership and community.
In their most recent Ethos Group Worship, the children explored the theme of John the Baptist and Courageous Advocacy. Through drama, they retold John’s story—his message, baptising Jesus, and standing up for what was right. They shared how school have followed John’s example through the “Happy Homes” Courageous Advocacy project, helping local charities with food, clothing, and fundraising. The children also presented handmade worship cloths reflecting Christian values and our school motto. Ethos Group encouraged everyone to be courageous advocates—speaking up, showing kindness, and letting Jesus’ light shine through their actions. It was a celebration of faith in action and standing up for others.
