Diocese Of Ely
Petersfield School, as its full name suggests, is 'aided' by the Diocese of
Ely. The term 'Voluntary Aided' dates back to the 1944 Education Act and
relates to the Church being responsible for maintaining the fabric of the
buildings. The relationship between the school and the Diocese is however
much more than just about buildings. As a Church school, an emphasis on
Christian Values is at the centre of the school's ethos and highlighted in
all Church schools' Mission Statements:
'Recognising its historic foundations, the school will preserve and develop its
religious character in accordance with the principles of the Church of England
and in partnership with the Church at parish and diocesan level.'

On the Governing Body of a Voluntary Aided school, are a group of governors called the Foundation Governors and they form an overall majority. Foundation Governors help to develop the school's Christian character and to uphold the Anglican ethos.
For the pupils and staff at Petersfield, this Christian character forms an intrinsic part of daily school life. Every school day includes a short act of Collective Worship. This is carefully planned in themes by term and can take place in assembly time or in class. The Reverend Felicity Couch, our parish priest, visits us each week to lead an act of worship. The Methodist minister also leads Collective Worship. Visitors from other faiths are of course also welcome. We promote Christian faith as a guiding principle for life, whilst also recognising that mankind is made up of many different races and creeds, all of whom are equal in the sight of God.
The pupils enjoy celebrating the major Christian festivals throughout the year, often in imaginative and creative ways, such as making prayer-wish decorations for the St Andrew's Christmas tree or designing a quilt square for the Diocese's "Church Schools' Quilt".

Some facts about the Ely Diocese that may interest you:
- The Diocese of Ely covers an area of 1,507 square miles
- The area incorporates Cambridgeshire, part of West Norfolk and some parishes in South Peterborough
- In the Diocese of Ely, there are 334 church buildings providing places of worship for their local communities
- Ely Cathedral dates back to Saxon Times with the life of its founder St Etheldreda
- Work on the present cathedral began in the 11th century
- 250,000 visitors come to Ely Cathedral every year
- There are over 80 Church Schools in the Ely Diocese
For more information you can visit the Ely Diocese website.
Latest News
22nd Jul - School is now closed for the Summer Holiday. Pupils return to school at 8:45am on Monday 5th September. We wish you all a safe and happy summer! If you have any safeguarding concerns while school is closed, please see our Covid-19 update page.
22nd July - Today, Year 6 leavers reflected on their time at Petersfield and said goodbye to their fellow pupils and teachers during their Leavers' Assembly. From all at Petersfield, thank you for being a light to others - we bid you a fond farewell and wish you every success!
21st July - Our Petersfield value of friendship was demonstrated perfectly by the great teamwork at Sports Day today. Well done to the Blue Team, who won by a narrow margin!
21st Jul - Today, we awarded the Hollands Cup and Trophy for the final time this school year. Well done to the musical recipients for inspiring others through your performances.
20th Jul - Our Year 6 Leavers' Service was held virtually this morning. Pupils from all year groups participated in giving thanks and saying farewell to our Year 6 leavers. The Anglican and Methodist parishes presented each child with a bible to guide them as they move on.
18th Jul - Well done everyone! Icepops definitely helped, but your attitude to learning and looking after each other despite the heat showcased how together we live life to the full whatever the situation!
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Is your child due to start school in September 2022? If so, click here to visit our admissions page.
Covid update - Our Covid page contains information to support your child throughout the pandemic.
As per County and national guidance, Petersfield will only close in exceptional circumstances or where instructed to do so. The decision will be made ASAP and displayed first on our school website in the 'Latest News' above.
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