This week, our Year 6 children will begin their KS2 SATs.
We want you, our lovely unique and special Y6 bunch, to know something very important before you even open a test paper:
You are already a success.
These tests may measure some of the things you have learned in Maths, Reading, Grammar and Spelling, but they do not measure the wonderful gifts and talents that God has placed within each of you. They cannot measure your kindness, your creativity, your sense of humour, your courage, your compassion, your faith, or the way you care for others. They do not measure the way you make people smile, help your friends, persevere when things are difficult, or live out the Gospel values each day.
Each one of you is uniquely created and deeply loved by God. As it says in Scripture:
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
— Psalm 139:14
Over the years, we have watched you grow into thoughtful, caring and resilient young people, and we could not be prouder of everything you have achieved already. SATs are only one small moment in your journey, not the thing that defines you.
This week, remember to:
- Try your best
- Stay calm and positive
- Get plenty of rest
- Believe in yourself
- Say a little prayer when you need strength
Most importantly, remember that you are never alone. God walks beside you in every challenge, and your teachers, families and school community are all cheering you on.
As a gentle start to each day, breakfast will be available every morning from 8:00am. We would love for you to join us. It is a chance to relax, spend time with your friends, settle your nerves and ease into the day with a calm and happy start before the tests begin.
We are keeping all of our Year 6 children in our prayers this week. May God bless you with peace, confidence and courage.
You have worked so hard, and we are incredibly proud of every single one of you.
With love and prayers,
Your All Souls Family
What a great time the children had learning about and completing St George’s Day related activities.
The children really enjoyed working in their ‘House Teams’ to complete the activities.
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Dragon Dodgeball
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St George themed acrostic poem
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Scavenger hunt
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Design a St George inspired shield
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Huge congratulations to our first group of Year 3 children who today celebrated the precious sacrament of First Holy Communion. We wish them a truly blessed and joyful day. May their hearts be filled with love, faith grow stronger and lives be guided by peace and grace.
With thanks to our parish priest Father Paul, Catechist Abraham and our wonderful families for the support and preparation for this day.
“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” (Matthew 28:6)
After the sorrow of Good Friday and the silence of Holy Saturday, we rejoice with hearts full of hope: Jesus Christ is risen! Death has been defeated, and new life has begun.
The empty tomb is not the end of the story—it is the beginning of something extraordinary. The Resurrection reminds us that God’s love is stronger than sin, stronger than fear, and even stronger than death itself.
On that first Easter morning, the women went to the tomb expecting sadness, but instead they encountered joy beyond imagining. The angel’s message changed everything: Jesus is alive! Easter invites us to live as people of joy. Even when life is difficult, we are never without hope. Christ walks with us, bringing light into every darkness.
The first witnesses of the Resurrection were given a mission: go and share the Good News. This mission continues today—it is our calling as Christians. We share the Good News not only with words, but through our actions:
By showing kindness to others
By forgiving those who hurt us
By including those who feel left out
By living with joy and gratitude
Every small act of love is a way of saying: Christ is risen!
Easter is not just one day—it is a way of life. As a school community, we are called to reflect the light of the Risen Christ in all we do.
Easter reminds us that no matter what we face, God is always bringing new life. The stone has been rolled away, and the promise of hope is alive. Let us go forward with joyful hearts, ready to share this wonderful news with the world:
Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Alleluia!
May the joy of the Risen Lord fill our school and our hearts this Easter season.
Holy Week is the most sacred time in the Church’s year—a time when we walk closely with Jesus from His triumphant entry into Jerusalem to the silence of the tomb. As a Catholic school community, it is an opportunity to reflect, pray, and grow in love for Christ and one another.
Palm Sunday: Welcoming Our King
“Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” (Mark 11:9)
Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ joyful entrance into Jerusalem. Crowds gathered, waving palm branches and praising Him as King. Yet, this same crowd would soon turn against Him.
How often do we welcome Jesus with joy, yet struggle to follow Him when it is difficult? Palm Sunday invites us to remain faithful, not just in moments of celebration, but also in times of challenge.
Holy Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: Preparing Our Hearts
During these days, the Gospel readings recount Jesus teaching in the temple, calling people to repentance, and revealing the coming betrayal.
“Watch and pray that you may not undergo the test.” (Matthew 26:41)
These quiet days of Holy Week remind us to prepare our hearts. Through prayer, kindness, and forgiveness, we make room for Christ in our lives.
Holy Thursday: The Gift of the Eucharist
“This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” (1 Corinthians 11:24)
On Holy Thursday, we remember the Last Supper, when Jesus gave us the Eucharist and showed us how to serve others by washing His disciples’ feet.
Jesus teaches us that true greatness is found in humility and service. In our school and at home, how can we serve others with love and compassion?
Good Friday: The Cross of Love
“Father, forgive them, they know not what they do.” (Luke 23:34)
Good Friday is a solemn day when we remember Jesus’ suffering and death on the Cross. It is a powerful reminder of the depth of God’s love for us.
The Cross shows us that love is sacrificial. When we face difficulties, we can unite them with Jesus’ suffering and trust in God’s plan.
Holy Saturday: Waiting in Hope
“They laid him in a tomb…” (Luke 23:53)
Holy Saturday is a day of silence and waiting. Jesus lies in the tomb, and the world seems still.
This day teaches us patience and hope. Even in moments of darkness or uncertainty, God is at work. We are reminded that joy is coming.
Holy Week is not just a story from the past—it is a journey we are invited to live each year. As we walk with Jesus from Palm Sunday to Holy Saturday, may we grow in faith, hope, and love.
Let us take time this week to pray, reflect, and remember: the story does not end at the tomb. Easter is coming, and with it, the promise of new life.
May our school community be filled with peace and grace this Holy Week.
Thank you to everyone who attended our Lenten Craft Afternoon. We had a lovely time reflecting on how Jesus paid the ultimate price for us by giving his life to save us from our sins and we made some Coin Crucifix’s to represent this.
We will take them to our Whole School Mass to be blessed by Fr Paul on Tuesday.
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our wonderful St Patrick’s Coffee Morning. It was fantastic to see so many members of our school community come together to celebrate and enjoy such a special event.
Year 5 did an amazing job hosting the event, from welcoming guests, perfoming in our Story of St Patrick, dancing to Molly Malone and our special signed performance led by Amie Chester. We loved helping throughout the day serving refreshments, helping everything run smoothly and showing great responibility and pride in representing our school.
A special thank you to the musicians Fiona, Jarlath and Martin and Irish Dancers from Mary McHugh’s School of Irish Dance, whose traditional tunes and dances created a brilliant atmosphere throughout the morning.
Thank you to the PTA for their continued support and for helping organise such a successful event. Your dedication and willingness to give your time makes occasions like this possible. Also, to Rory and the Irish Society for their time given in supporting the celebration and helping us share Irish culture with our community.
Enjoy the photos of the morninng! Videos to follow….
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We had a fantastic time making memories on our annual residential religious retreat to Alton Castle.
The children made new friends, experienced a range of activities, conquered their fears, reflected daily on their Catholic faith and had a whole lot of fun (not a whole lot of sleep, perhaps, but most definitely a whole lot of fun😍) I’ll let the photos speak for themselves.
Well done Year 5 – you are incredible!
We had terrifc fun plying in the snow today! Well done to everyone who braved the adverse weather conditions and made it into school! A super turn-out and a super snowball fight!
