st bede's catholic college
Bristol
A very warm welcome to St Bede’s Catholic College. We are committed to the
principles of Catholic education and academic excellence, as envisioned by our
namesake, St Bede.
It is the responsibility of our college to prepare children to be good citizens
and the servant leaders of the future. Through our culture that focuses on
gospel values such as service, compassion and forgiveness, Catholic and
non-Catholic students alike leave St Bede’s ready to be beacons of light to
future generations. Each member of the school community is recognised as being
created in God’s own image and so equally valuable. Non-Catholics feel equally
welcome and their spiritual journey as important.
The learning of knowledge built through human history is an intellectual human
right. Knowledge provides liberty, freedom and power. Therefore, the curriculum
at St Bede’s is designed to give access to a wide range of subjects, with expert
teachers guiding students through the traditions. Through this curriculum,
students have the chance to develop character traits such as fortitude and
perseverance, as well as skills including reasoning and critical thinking. As
students have different areas of aptitude and interest, St Bede’s caters for
all, as we know that often it is only through exposure to these opportunities
that they find their God-given gifts.
Expectations for effort and application are very high to ensure all students
reach their potential, regardless of ability. Such high demands are supported
academically, socially and spiritually. Students feel valued at St Bede’s
because of its personalised approach, celebration of difference and its desire
to develop confidence and independence. St Bede’s nurtures young people’s
self-esteem and sense of worth through the provision of a range of opportunities
both within and outside the classroom.
As Saint John Henry Newman said, any education worthy of the name must involve
‘heart speaking to heart’; a personal connection. We know that the selection of
a secondary school or sixth form is a very important decision for families and
hope that our website gives a sense of our college. If you wish to explore in
greater detail what a St Bede’s education means in practice, please do not
hesitate to come and see.
