Staff are encouraged to nurture their own faith and understanding through opportunities such as further study in Religious Education and Theology, prayer and reflection, retreats and pilgrimages and other faith formation activities.
Staff at Mater Dei Catholic
At Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Blakehurst, our Vision for Learning shapes every aspect of faith formation. Students are invited to deepen their relationship with Christ through meaningful experiences both at school and within our parish community, growing in faith, compassion, and purpose.
Grounded in The Mater Dei Way and our commitment to agency, collaboration, evidence‑based practice, and growth for every student, faith is explored through inquiry, reflection, and real‑world connection. Children learn to make a positive difference in their world by living out the Josephite values of respect, justice, dignity, compassion, love, courage, and faithfulness.
Following a Head, Heart, and Hands model of faith development, our staff engage in regular prayer, retreats, reflection opportunities, and spirituality days. These experiences strengthen their own formation and support them in guiding students with authenticity and joy. Together, we nurture a community where faith is lived daily, inspiring every learner to grow together in Christ.