The school, parents, and parish collaborate closely, fostering a strong partnership that is deeply reflected in our sacramental programme. Father Simon, with the invaluable assistance of dedicated parish catechists, leads this spiritual journey. The school plays an active role in supporting this programme, working alongside parents, who are the first and primary educators of their children in faith. Through this shared commitment, we guide and nurture the children as they prepare to receive the sacraments, helping them deepen their relationship with God and become fully integrated members of the Church community. This united effort ensures that each child’s faith formation is a comprehensive and meaningful experience.

The Sacramental Programme is delivered by catechists within the Parish of St Margaret Clitherow and overseen by Fr Simon Firth, Parish Priest.  Parents with children in Year 3 or above are able to enroll their children on the Sacramental Programme. This runs for the full academic year and is delivered for children in both Holy Family and Sacred Heart Schools.  The Sacraments of Initiation are received by children on the programme. The Sacraments are; Reconciliation & First Holy Communion.   Applications for this year are still welcome.  Please speak with Fr Simon after any of the weekend masses (Saturday – Sacred Heart at 6.30pm, Sunday – Holy Family at 9am and Sacred Heart at 11am)

Parents are expected to demonstrate their commitment to the faith and Parish by being regular attenders at Mass each weekend. It is of vital importance that the children develop a clear understanding of their faith and its practice through regular Church attendance and thereby develop an understanding of the Eucharist.