‘I do not claim that I have already succeeded or have already become perfect. I keep striving to win the prize for which Christ Jesus has already won me to himself. Of course, my friends, I really do not think that I have already won it; the one thing I do, however, is to forget what is behind me and do my best to reach what is ahead’ (Philippians 3:12 & 13)
At Brockington College, our aim is to nurture the intellectual, creative, social, physical, moral and spiritual development of every student. We believe that each child has a God given and unique identity, and it is our privilege to help them flourish and grow into the person they were created to be.
Together, as students, teachers, support staff, parents and carers, church members and the wider community, we all share the responsibility of realising our vision of Learning to Live Life to the Full. This vision is more than words on a page: it is lived out daily in the way we learn, serve and support one another.
Collective worship is central to this vision. At Brockington College it is deliberately invitational, offering everyone the opportunity to take part in a way that feels comfortable and meaningful to them. Worship is not about compulsion but about creating space to pause, to reflect and to be inspired. Through this invitation, students and staff can engage with questions of faith, values and purpose in a way that is personal and authentic.
Our worship is also inclusive and inspiring. It provides the chance to explore Christian values such as wisdom, hope, dignity and community (Koinonia) and to consider how these can shape the choices we make and the lives we lead. In this way, worship becomes more than a daily practice; it is a formative experience that encourages students and staff alike to grow in character, to cultivate compassion and to recognise their place in the world, enabling all to flourish both within school and beyond.
At Brockington College, we have a well-developed and carefully interlinked programme of spiritual reflection, taking place most days during registration with form tutors. Rooted in biblical teaching, the programme also draws on current affairs and the Christian calendar of festivals, encouraging students to explore faith in the context of the world around them.
Spiritual reflection is expressed in a variety of ways, including:
Daily form reflections led by tutors
Weekly assemblies for all year groups
Chapel TV, led by our chaplaincy team, Kwesi and Emma, bringing worship and reflection to life in a creative and engaging way
Values in Action, led by our Acting Principal, Mr Barton, connecting news items with Christian values and showing how these can be lived out in everyday life
Every element of the programme is invitational. It offers opportunities for solemn worship and quiet thought, while respecting the diversity of our school community. Students are encouraged, but never compelled, to take part, making reflection a meaningful and personal experience.
Assemblies are often led by members of the local Christian community, including our local minister, representatives from the Methodist Church, and members of Living Rock Church in Stoney Stanton. These assemblies expose students to a variety of Christian traditions and expressions of worship, always rooted in scripture and the life of the local church. Each one is built around a quotation—often biblical—linked to our word and value of the week, giving students something to reflect on throughout their daily lives.
The importance of this programme was recognised in our recent SIAMS inspection, which described Brockington as “a vibrant learning community fuelled by its Christian vision for all to experience fullness of life.” Inspectors also noted that “daily time for reflection contributes to spiritual flourishing,” affirming the value of the opportunities we provide.
The spiritual reflection programme is highly valued by both staff and students, who often describe it as the “heartbeat of the school.” As one student put it, “The Christian vision benefits others and ourselves. We don’t let anything hold us back, we try our hardest to have a full life with no regrets.”
From Chapel TV with Kwesi and Emma, to Values in Action with Mr Barton, from tutor-led reflections to assemblies, every session is inclusive, scripture-based, and invitational. Together, these experiences ensure that our Christian vision of Learning to Live Life to the Full is not only taught but lived.
Brockington has two chaplains who oversee the spiritual reflection programme and who are members of the local Christian community. You can contact the chaplains via admin@brockington.embracemat.org
All students at Brockington College take part in the Archbishop’s Young Leaders Award (YLA). This nationally recognised programme inspires young people to see themselves as leaders and to put their faith and values into action.
Through the award, students learn about leadership from a Christian perspective, reflecting on the example of Jesus as a servant leader. They develop key skills such as teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving, while also exploring how they can make a positive difference in the world around them.
A central part of the programme involves practical action projects, where students design and deliver initiatives that serve others in school, the local community, and beyond. These projects encourage compassion, responsibility, and creativity, helping students to see that leadership is not just about position or authority, but about using their gifts to help others flourish.
By engaging with the Young Leaders Award, our students are encouraged to grow in confidence, character, and faith, learning to live out Christian values in tangible ways. This complements our wider programme of worship and reflection, ensuring that spiritual growth is not only something we talk about, but something our pupils actively practise.
