The Chapel – An Update
I’m delighted to share a proper update on our new wooden building — soon to be known simply as The Chapel.
Situated in the quiet area of the junior playground, this beautiful timber space will become a multi-purpose room for the whole school community. Wraparound services will use it daily, providing additional capacity and flexibility. It will also make voting day arrangements far smoother, reducing disruption to learning — something we’ve long wanted to improve.
During the school week, children will use the space for group work, small-group intervention, reflection, and enrichment. And, once St George’s has a new Vicar appointed, I very much hope we will be able to offer services and collective worship there too — creating a calm, dedicated space at the heart of school life.
What makes this project especially meaningful is how it has come together. This £100,000 development has been made viable through the generosity and partnership of so many:
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Shackerley Buildings, whose support has been remarkable;
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You, our families, through PTFA fundraising;
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A successful bid from the Local Authority;
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And tremendous backing from the Diocese.
It has been magnificently funded by the very best people — our community.
Installation is due over Easter, and once in place, it will become a tremendous asset to the school for years to come.
And that’s not all. We have a few further ideas for how this space might serve children and families.
Watch this space.
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