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Nurture Hub opened to support pupil's wellbeing

18th July 2025

Bishop Michael joined Christchurch Primary School for the official opening and blessing of its brand-new Nurture Hub facility, a dedicated space designed to support the emotional and social wellbeing of its pupils.

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Moving Up Celebrations in Taunton, Bath and Wells

8th July 2025

"...such a joy to join with nearly 3,000 children and staff from 96 Church of England schools in our diocese to celebrate and mark this important moment."

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Worlebury St Paul’s Church School celebrates 150 years

4th July 2025

Bishop Michael joins anniversary celebrations, honouring the school's history and its lasting legacy within the local community

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A celebration of community, learning and joy

27th June 2025

Reflections on BWMATFest25 - a festival for those involved in education as part of Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT)

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Southwest’s Growing Faith Strategic Leaders Programme comes together in Taunton

20th June 2025

Participants in this collaborative learning community came together to share their learning journey and be inspired by each other.

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School Chaplaincy Helpers Day

13th June 2025

Chaplain Helpers from Holy Trinity School have their own special day at Holy Trinity Church learning about their role and how they can help and support others in their school.

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Bringing teachers and school leaders together at the RE conference in Wells

28th May 2025

Providing an opportunity to explore teaching approaches and share with and learn from others in different school settings.

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School children in Wells take part in pilgrimage from Wells to Holy Island

28th May 2025

Gill Sakakini, Pioneer Priest in the Arts links children’s art and prayer to St Cuthbert through her pilgrimage and creativity

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Bishop Michael visits Zambia

15th May 2025

Bishop Michael’s return visit to Zambia last week was an opportunity to talk about the future of the Zambia Bath and Wells link.

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A new Chair for the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust

15th May 2025

We delighted to welcome Andrew Warren to his new role as Chair of the BWMAT

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Week of Prayer for Children and Young People (7- 11 July)

7th May 2025

This year’s Week of Prayer for Children and Young People will focus on different ages and stages and will run from Monday 7 to Friday 11 July.

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Sharing the story of Jesus with our schools at Easter

6th May 2025

Quantock Deanery brings the story of Jesus to life for young people in new ways this Easter

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A Peace Dove Project is launched with the help of the local community

30th April 2025

The project at St John's Church in Keynsham brings the whole town together to share a message of peace and hope

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Transforming leader's approach to supporting young people’s faith formation

16th April 2025

The Growing Faith Strategic Leaders Programme South-West Regional Pilot being led by the Diocese of Bath and Wells


Creating Welcoming Communities

14th April 2025

More than 140 people gather in Wells to think about creating welcoming communities as part of the School Leaders and Parish Partner Conference 2025

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Church schools unite in song for Easter celebration

4th April 2025

Five Bath and North East Somerset primary schools have joined together for a virtual celebration this Easter.

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“We Deserve a Seat at the Table”

4th April 2025

Cesca Priestley, Youth Voice Lead, in Bath and Wells, reflects on why listening to young people is key to the Church’s future

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CBBC star shares her journey of faith with school pupils

9th March 2025

Knights Templar Community Church School in Watchet received a special visit from Gemma Hunt. Gemma is best known for her role as Pirate Gem in the BAFTA winning CBeebies programme Swashbuckle.

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School Pastors mark a decade of support for students

18th February 2025

For more than ten years, a dedicated group of trained volunteers has been making a difference to the lives of students at Pyrland School, a large secondary school in Taunton.

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Regional model of the Growing Faith Strategic Leaders’ Programme is launched

21st January 2025

30 leaders from across the South West gather in Taunton for the launch of the programme's first regional partnership

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