b'SchoolsThere are two primary schools in our benefice, Bishop Wilton and Bugthorpe, and both have close links with the church. The present Rector and Curate take weekly collective worship in both schools on a Wednesday.Bishop Wilton CoE Primary School Bugthorpe CofE Primary SchoolOur Christian vision and values root BishopInspired by Matthew, and the Parable of the Wilton School at the centre of the village andSower, we grow in the good soil at Bugthorpe.the children take a very active part in all theWe treat all children as unique individuals made village activities. Visiting St Ediths is part of thisin Gods image, and passionately want our and is fundamental to celebrating the rhythmchildren to follow their pathway in life and of the churchs year and so we take part into grow with confidence, whilst in our loving church services at Easter and on St Ediths Dayschool families. Proverbs teaches us that if in particular, as well as solemnly placing ouryou guide a child down the right path, they will poppies by the war memorial in the churchyardcontinue to follow it when they are older, and will on Remembrance Day. There is also a candlelitcontribute positively to society. Matthew shows Christingle service, and all our seasonal servicesus that the seeds will only grow and flourish in are well supported by parents. the correct environment, with Gods help. This We hope that our new priest will be able to leadtoo links to the right pathway in lifethe best collective worship on a regular basis, as well asplace to grow and develop. We recently had a special services in church. We very much lookvery encouraging SIAMS inspection and report. forward to welcoming you to our parish and toThe school is smaller than average yet plays a our school. central role in the community. We are excited Head of School about the opportunity of welcoming our new parish priest to school and strengthening community links in this way. We are thriving as a federated school with Sutton upon Derwent; sharing best practice, resources and staffing.We hope that our priest will be able to lead school worship regularly as an important part of our relationship with the church, helping further to develop spirituality among the families in our community. We would also welcome any contribution you feel able to make to school leadership, perhaps by joining the governing body. However, the most important thing for us is that you feel welcomed and at home.Head of SchoolPage 18'