House Spirituality
Houses each have their own unique character but our school values: Compassion, Courage, Curiosity, Adaptability and Spirituality underpin their community life together. Mealtimes are always special. We value sharing food and conversation, saying grace or being grateful for all that we have, as well as thankful for those who have prepared our meals. All the Houses support local charities, including the Sherborne Food Bank, which encourages generosity and awareness of the needs of others. As a school we celebrate House Spirit, which encourages everyone to see themselves as a valuable part of something bigger.
Wonder, Love and Praise
Our theme for this year is Wonder, Love and Praise. Our services and weekly Prayers will be related to this theme. We will be exploring what moves us to ?????, what Christian love is and why it is important; and how we can respond to the work of God in our daily lives.
All members of staff and pupils are invited to share their ideas on the theme over the year – through creative projects or a reflection in Prayers.
We like our weekly Prayers and Sunday services to be interactive, inclusive and for all girls to participate in whatever way they can. It is a good opportunity to serve/lead others and grow in confidence in public speaking. If you’d like to do a reading, drama or play music please get in touch with Rev. Windle. chaplain@sherbornegirls.group
‘Many
are the wonders you have done, the things you have planned for us; were to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare.’
Psalm 40:5
What’s on at the Chaplaincy
Focus (Christian Union)
Who for: Girls in all years who want to go deeper into the Christian faith.
What happens: Games, talks, bible study, food, discussion and prayer.
When: Wednesday, 6.30-7.15pm.
Venue: The Ark.
Contact: kate.scorer@sherbornegirls.group
Confirmation (C of E)
Who for: Anyone in M5 and above wanting to explore the Christian faith with a view to being confirmed in the Church of England.
What happens: Group discussion, talks, video, bible study, reflection.
When: Preparation classes Mondays 6.30-7.15pm (Michaelmas/Lent terms).
Venue: The Ark.
Contact: ian.mcclary@sherbornegirls.group
Confirmation (Catholic)combined with Sherborne School/Leweston
Who for: Anyone M5 and above wishing to be confirmed in the Catholic Church.
What happens: Preparation classteaching, discussion, activities, prayer.
When: Tuesday, 5.00-6.00pm (12 week course, starting January).
Venue: Leweston School.
Contact: claudia.hardy@sherbornegirls.group
PJ Prayers
Who for: Girls in all years who want some reflective down-time.
What happens: Quiet reflection, meditation or candlelit prayers in pj’s.
When: During Sleep Weeks 8.15-8.45pm.
Venue: Boarding Houses.
Contact: ian.mcclary@sherbornegirls.group
Friday Night Eucharist
Who for: Sixth Form with Sherborne School boys.
What happens: Short Eucharist service (30 mins) followed by hot chocolate.
When: Friday, 9.00pm.
Venue: Sherborne School Chapel.
Contact:
chaplain@sherbornegirls.group
Staff Prayers
Who for: All staff.
What happens: coffee, short reflection on a bible passage and prayer.
When: Monday, 11.00am.
Venue: The Ark.
Contact: chaplain@sherborne.com
Sunday and Abbey Services
Parents/family or friends are welcome to join us for the Abbey services in bold print
Abbey Services take place at 11.30am unless otherwise indicated. Sunday evening services take place in the Gransden Hall at 6.45pm unless otherwise indicated.
Michaelmas Term 2025
Sunday 7 September Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 14 September Holy Communion, Sherborne Abbey
Sunday 21 September Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 28 September EXEAT
Sunday 5 October Joint Schools’ Morning Prayer (U5-U6), Sherborne Abbey
Sunday 12 October Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 19 October HALF TERM
Sunday 26 October HALF TERM
Sunday 2 November HALF TERM
Sunday 9 November
Remembrance Service, Sherborne Abbey (7.45pm)
Sunday 16 November Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 23 November EXEAT
Sunday 30 November Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 7 December
Saturday 13 December
Advent Carol Service 1, Sherborne Abbey (11.30am)
Advent Carol Service 2, Sherborne Abbey (2.30pm)
Lent Term 2026
Sunday 11 January
Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 18 January Holy Communion, Sherborne Abbey
Sunday 25 January
EXEAT
Sunday 1 February Candlemas, Sherborne Abbey (7.45pm)
Sunday 8 February
Sunday 15 February
Sunday 22 February
Sunday 1 March
Sunday 8 March
Sunday 8 March
Friday 13 March
Sunday 15 March
Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
HALF TERM
HALF TERM
Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Joint Schools’ Morning Prayer (L5-U5), Sherborne Abbey
Compline, Gransden Hall (Sixth Form)
Confirmation Service, Sherborne Abbey (11.00am)
EXEAT
Sunday 22 March Holy Communion, Sherborne Abbey
Trinity Term 2026
Sunday 26 April Holy Communion, Sherborne Abbey
Sunday 3 May EXEAT
Sunday 10 May Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 17 May Joint Schools’ Morning Prayer (except U5 and U6), Sherborne Abbey
Sunday 24 May HALF TERM
Sunday 30 May HALF TERM
Sunday 7 June Evening Prayer, Gransden Hall
Sunday 14 June EXEAT
Sunday 21 June Morning Prayer, Kenelm Garden
Thursday 25 June U6 Leavers’ Service, Sherborne Abbey (3.30pm)
Friday 26 June Commemoration Service, Sherborne Abbey (11.00am)
‘By
this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.’
John 13: 35
Other Services at Sherborne Abbey
Pupils are welcome to attend any of the following services at Sherborne Abbey on Sundays with permission from their HM.
8.00am Holy Communion
9.30am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Evensong
Rector: Rev. Martin Lee
The Parish of the Sacred Heart and St Aldhelm Catholic Church
Pupils are welcome to attend Mass at the following times:
6.00pm Saturday Vigil Mass
10.30am Sunday Mass
Priest: Mgr Canon Robert Draper (Father Robert)
‘I have come that you might have life in all its fullness.’ ‘I am the Way, and the Truth and the Life.’ Jesus
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Sherborne Dorset DT9 3QN
United Kingdom
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