Across the Trust’s nine schools, pupils and staff observed the national two-minute silence at 11am, taking a moment to reflect and remember. Pupils also represented their schools at local remembrance services and ceremonies, laying wreaths to honour those who gave their lives. Pupils also learnt about the significance of the poppy, created artwork and remembrance display.

Through these activities, schools across the Trust encouraged pupils to honour the sacrifices made by past and present generations and to appreciate the importance of remembrance.

Head Girl Elena and Head Boy Herbie represented St Augustine’s at the Remembrance Sunday parade, laying a wreath in honour of those who their lives in the war.

Year 6 House and Vice House Captains represented St Joseph’s (Bishop’s Stortford) at the Remembrance Day service, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Year 5 and Year 6 pupils at St Thomas of Canterbury led a special Remembrance Day service, attended by parents, carers and governors.

St Joseph’s (Waltham Cross) held a reflective Remembrance Day service led by Father John, featuring a choir performance of I Vow to Thee, My Country and Mr Russell playing The Last Post on his trumpet.

At St Paul’s, Father Clement and the Year 6 Chaplaincy Team led a special Remembrance Day service. Pupils also created poppy artwork and wrote prayers and reflections to honour those who sacrificed their lives.

A beautiful Remembrance display created by a member of staff at St Cross offers pupils, staff and families a quiet moment to reflect and remember.

About St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust (https://www.stfrancistrust.net)
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust (St Francis Trust) is a multi-academy trust established in 2021. It currently serves nine Catholic schools – eight primary schools and one secondary school and which is growing to welcome two more Secondary schools and four more Primary schools over the next one to two years.

The Trust’s mission is to provide an outstanding Catholic education for all the children in our schools, helping them to grow in faith and reach their full potential. Guided by the values of St Francis, the Trust promotes academic excellence, spiritual development, and service to others.