“Worship the Lord with gladness;  come before him with joyful songs”

Psalm 100

Charles Kingsley’s CE Primary School believes that collective worship is an expression of the school’s Christian Vison. It is a reference point from which all our activities, thoughts, feelings and school ethos are developed.

We aim to promote collective acts of worship, which are rich, meaningful experiences that are appropriate and significant to the pupil’s needs, age, development and interest.

Collective Worship Planning

Collective worship is planned systematically, so there is continuity, variety and clear focus on Christian beliefs and festivals. Worship is led by a variety of people that include school staff, pupils, governors, representatives from the parish church, members of different faith communities and members of the local community.

Autumn Term 2025

Theme: Creativity - Threads Through the Cross

 We begin this academic year with a unique set of themes based on an exhibition (‘Threads Through the Cross’) that will be hosted by Guildford Cathedral between 25th September and 3rd November. Whilst it might seem strange to be focusing on the salvation story at this point in the school year, we hope that the endpoint of Advent and Christmas will be more meaningful having understood the journey to the Cross. We will also be linking to many ‘Autumn term’ themes that are a natural part of school life as children settle in to a new term, getting familiar with routines, school values and key events.