Children, Young People and Education

We are here to support you and your church or school in your ministry with children and young people. 

We believe that discipleship is possible at any age; that all ages can worship in intergenerational settings; that the value of our worship is not defined or constrained by how much we know about God but rather by simply knowing God. We believe that it is possible for children and young people to be full members, integral in the life of our churches as long as we are willing to let go of the obstacles that prevent them from engaging with us.

Download our Guidance for Local Children's and Young People's Ministry Teams here.

Browse the links on the right hand side of this page for resources and guidance for working with children and young people. 

Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch with the team

Our team have a range of specialist skills and experience and are here to support you in your mission and ministry with children and young people - whether that's at home, school or church. The whole team can be contacted via Diocesan House on 01227 459401 or using the email addresses below. 

Director of Children, Young People and Education

Canon Dr Quentin Roper

Leads strategy and ministry in relation to prioritising children, young people and education, alongside a team of specialists that supports and resources schools, parishes and deaneries.  

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Deputy Director of Education

Rebecca Swansbury

School improvement, governance, guidance on developing Christian character and leadership.

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Schools Officer (Organisation and Estates)

Andrew Collie

Oversees care and development of church school land and buildings, school system organisation and our work on decarbonisation.

Schools Officer (Christian Character)

Natalie Ralph

Provides support, resourcing, training and guidance on developing a school’s Christian character including RE, Collective Worship and spirituality. SIAMS training, visits and support.

Lead Officer for Children and Youth Ministry

Jen Tobin

Strategic planning, parish support, guidance on developing nurturing Christian communities for children and young people.

Youth Enabler

Georgina Hedley-Smith

Responsible for annual diocesan youth residential, Youth Council, Growing Young Leaders, developing ways to hear the voices of young people and support for Youth Ministers.

Team Lead Administrator

Sarah Buchan

Provides administrative support for all areas of the team’s work.

Schools Project Officer

Zech Bates

The first port of call for school enquiries about projects concerning the development and maintenance of school sites and buildings.  Will also be involved in bespoke projects such as decarbonisation, and in guiding schools in converting to Academy status. 

 

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