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The Good Shepherd
Catholic Primary School
“I am the Good Shepherd; I know my own and my own know me”. John 10:14"
'Putting Our faith into Action'
Children's Environmental Parliament
Year 6 took part in the Children's Environmental Parliament with Urbanwise, exploring the issue of fast fashion through the lens of Laudato Si' and Catholic Social Teaching.
Inspired by Pope Francis' call to care for our common home, pupils investigated the environmental impact of fast fashion and reflected on the dignity and rights of workers involved in the clothing industry. As part of the project, they conducted local research into shopping habits, gathering and analysing data to better understand how consumer choices affect people and the planet.
The children then put their learning into action by upcycling their own clothing before taking their presentation to Kensington Town Hall, where they shared their findings and ideas with others as part of the Children's Environmental Parliament. This inspiring project encouraged pupils to recognise that their everyday decisions can make a positive difference. By promoting justice, sustainability and responsible stewardship, Year 6 truly put their faith into action, living out the values of Laudato Si' and Catholic Social Teaching.
Thank You for Making a Difference!
This year, 2024-2025 we set ourselves an ambitious goal: to raise £7,372.75 for Mary’s Meals Sponsor a School. Thanks to the incredible generosity and hard work of our children, families, and parish community, we did it!
From baking cakes and selling hot chocolates, to making bracelets, busking, and even setting up a GoFundMe page—every effort counted. Together, we raised enough to feed 385 children at Beka Primary School for an entire year.
We may never meet these children, but we have answered Christ’s call to action:
“For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink… When you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me.” (Matthew 25:35-40)
Thank you to everyone who contributed—your kindness has changed lives.
To find out more click on the link https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/
Beka Primary School Report 2025
Gospel Values & Catholic Virtues at The Good Shepherd
Beka Primary School Report 2024
Mary's Meals- Parish Appeal
School Parliament Notice
The children of The Good Shepherd School actively live out their mission statement by putting their faith into action and raising money each year to support Beka Primary School in Malawi. Their efforts include making and selling ice cream in the summer, preparing and selling homemade tomato pasta sauce, and raising funds through home clothes days. This year, they are taking an extra step by inviting families to pay for a school meal for each child in Beka Primary.
In 2019, The Good Shepherd School partnered with Holy Ghost and St. Stephen’s Catholic Church to raise £4,267.30 for Mary's Meals. This generous donation allowed the school community to sponsor a feeding program for Beka Primary School, providing vital meals for the students.
The Good Shepherd’s ongoing support of Beka Primary has been a remarkable success. The school's enrollment has increased from 304 students (173 boys and 131 girls) to 378 students (214 boys and 164 girls) over the past five years—a growth of 74 children attending school, thanks to the generosity and hard work of The Good Shepherd School community!
This is faith in action.
This is our response to Christ’s call:
“Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.” Then the righteous will answer him, saying, “Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?” And the King will answer them, “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.” — Matthew 25: 34-40
Beka Primary School Report 2022-2023
Fundraising Notices
Kids Speak Up – An Education Animation
Children in KS2, in collaboration with a local school nurse, created an award-winning animation that teaches children about allergies. This impactful project, recently recognised at the Nursing Times Awards, serves as both an educational tool and a reflection of Catholic Social Teaching principles. The animation not only educates young pupils on managing and responding to allergies but also promotes the Principle of the Common Good, emphasising the health and well-being of all pupils, especially those with allergies. It embodies the Principle of Solidarity, encouraging children to care for and support one another, particularly the most vulnerable members of their community. This award-winning initiative highlights our school's commitment to nurturing both knowledge and compassion, rooted in our Catholic values.
Sharing our faith
