St Peter's C of E holds a two-week celebration of different faiths

St Peter’s C of E Primary School on Birley Street welcomed guest speakers to teach its pupils about different faiths to raise awareness of distinct communities and their contribution to society.

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The religions discussed included Hinduism, Judaism, and Buddhism, with pupils able to try on religious clothes and take part in activities such as meditation.

Pupils were introduced to different faiths during the two-week celebration (Image: Paul Robinson)

During the two-week celebration, the primary school had visits from a Buddhist Monk, The Hebrew Congregation, and a St Helens Mosque and a Hindu workshop.  

Pupils also had the opportunity to ask questions and learn about different traditions with fellow classmates. 

Guest speakers from different religions visited pupils from the Newton primary school (Image: Paul Robinson)

Paul Robinson, headteacher at St Peter’s C of E Primary School, said: "This was a hugely successful two weeks where our pupils were able to increase their awareness of different communities.

"It is vitally important that our young people learn about other cultures, and I would like to thank all our visitors for engaging so well with our pupils and giving them such wonderful insight into their faiths."