Courses

This course empowers teachers to confidently understand how they can support and lead the Catholic ethos within their school community.

 Designed for both new and experienced educators, it explores the rich foundations of Catholic identity and offers practical strategies for integrating Gospel values into everyday teaching, relationships, and school culture. Participants will deepen their understanding of Catholic social teaching, liturgical life, pastoral care, and the role of witness in education.

Through reflection, collaborative learning, and real-world application, teachers will develop the skills needed to support, lead, and actively promote a vibrant, faith-filled environment.

The course aims to support your understanding in the following areas:

The distinctive nature of a Catholic school

A Catholic curriculum

Creating a Catholic environment

Effective assemblies / collective worship

Catholic social teaching

Celebrating liturgical seasons

Session 1

The distinctive nature of a Catholic school

• What makes Catholic schools unique
• Understanding Catholic social teaching
• How teachers can make a positive impact in a Catholic school

Session 2

What makes a school Catholic?

• How to create a Catholic environment
• How to create a Catholic curriculum

Session 3

Creating a Catholic Identity

• The Catholic nature of assemblies
• How to lead, deliver and support collective worship
• How to contribute to the celebration of liturgical seasons