Category: Chapel

23rd March 23

On Monday 12 December 2022, Professor David F. Ford OBE, visited The Blue Coat School Chapel to give a special guest lecture entitled: A Christian Education. David F. Ford OBE is Regius Professor of Divinity Emeritus in the University of Cambridge. His research interests include Christian theology, interfaith engagement, conflict and reconciliation, and learning disability….

13th January 23

On Friday 13 January 2023, the licensing service for Father Andrew Hutchinson as Chaplain of The Blue Coat School, by Bishop James Langstaff, Assistant Bishop, Diocese of Birmingham, took place in the School Chapel. The Right Reverend Bishop James Langstaff welcomed the congregation of Year 5 and 6 pupils, parents, governors and staff. If you…

8th July 22

1st July 22

24th June 22

As part of the 300th Year celebrations, the children in Pre-Prep have reflected upon looking after our school and the world for the pupils of the future. They have been involved in making a display that is now on show in the Pre-Prep gym. The children in each class chose an eco themed subject and…

17th June 22

STAR OF THE WEEK Esme Shiu (3HW) – For completing great English work and trying hard in every subject. Well done. Lana Saha (3JW) – For producing some excellent work in her English lessons and having a great attitude to her learning. Louisa Hope (3MH) – For persevering with her handwriting, which has improved, and…

14th June 22

This Sunday, the Chapel Choir joined choristers at Marlborough College in their Choral Evensong service. Due to the refurbishments in our own Chapel, they have not had so many opportunities to sing in such a wonderful acoustic, so this was a very special treat for them. In awe of the ecclesiastical surroundings which reminded them…

27th May 22

Three words that are synonymous with our Queen are: steadfast, constant and dutiful. Her long life of service to our nation – refusing to be curtailed by increasing frailty in her 90s – is an example to us all. The Queen is a firm defender of the Christian faith. Believing in the importance of prayer…

13th May 22

300 years ago, the foundation stone was laid down for the Blue Coat School. And this week, we have come together to celebrate the founding of our school and give thanks to God for his goodness and blessing on our school over these last 300 years. On a beautifully sunny day, the children in Years…

4th April 22

The term ended with our Easter celebrations. The Hall was packed on Thursday morning, as parents and children filled the room for the Pre-Prep service. It was very special to gather together, as Year 2 took the lead, guiding us through the Easter story. We were invited into the Easter kitchen, where the children used…