Dear Parents and Carers,
As we reach the end of another academic year at St Bonaventure's, we pause to give heartfelt thanks to God for the many blessings we have received. This year has been filled with joyful moments and proud achievements, and also with challenges that have called upon our community to show resilience, compassion, and faith. Through it all, we have persevered with hope.
We hold in prayerful remembrance one of our Year 9 pupils who sadly passed away following a brief illness. His loss has deeply touched us all. We ask God to grant his parents, sisters, and friends comfort and peace during this painful time, and we commend his soul to God's eternal care.
Our pupils in Years 11 and 13 approached their exams with dedication and maturity, and we are proud of their efforts. As they now await their results, please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. We wish them every success as they embark on the next chapter—whether in further education, training, or the world of work.
This week on 15th of July, we celebrated the feast of our beloved patron St Bonaventure, a highlight in our spiritual calendar. The occasion was marked with a joyful celebration of faith at Mass, community activities, treats, and a meaningful retreat day for our Sixth Form students—an opportunity for reflection, connection, and renewal.
Throughout this year, your children have been a credit to you. Their attitude to learning, their respectful behaviour, and their contribution to our school community have been truly commendable. We thank you for your ongoing support in nurturing these values at home.
As we head into the summer break, I wish all our families a restful and joyful holiday. May it be a time of refreshment, shared memories, and renewed energy for the year ahead.
God Bless
Pax et bonum
Mr McCormack,
Headteacher
Muhammad Taha
Our school community gathered in prayer and reflection to honour the life of our student, Muhammad Taha, who sadly passed away following an illness. A special Mass was held with Year 9 students, and we continue to keep Muhammad and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Planting Trees in Newham
Students and staff from our school teamed up with Thames Chase and volunteers from Newham to plant a range of trees and hedgerows across six different areas around the school.
Our pupils helped unload the trailer and carefully transported trees and equipment through the school to the planting sites, and even pushed wheelbarrows full of trees through the corridors. They worked hard to dig holes, cover roots with soil, and secure the trees with stakes and shelters.
Long Service in Catholic Education
Thank you for your valuable commitment to our school and community.
Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge
Congratulations to Abiodun on his fantastic achievement in taking part in the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge 2025.
Standing up and speaking in front of an audience takes real courage, and his willingness to share his voice is something to be truly proud of. While he may not have placed in the top three, his participation alone is a testament to his confidence, maturity, and leadership.
Day At BlackRock
Year 12 Business students had the opportunity to attend an insight day at BlackRock. They had the chance to speak with professionals from different departments and attend valuable CV and interview workshops. They have thoroughly enjoyed the day and gained invaluable advice to help with their future careers!
Sacred Heart Art Competition
Congratulations to Markiian in Year 7 for winning the Sacred Heart Poster Competition, as well as to Neo and Nazarii, who were named Runners-Up. A big well done also goes to Shubham and Kenneth in Year 8 for their winning entry.
All five students demonstrated exceptional creativity, thoughtful interpretation of the theme, and great effort in their work.
Father Mychal Judge, OFM (1933–2001)
A Franciscan friar and chaplain to the New York City Fire Department, Fr. Mychal Judge was known for his deep compassion, ministry to people living with HIV/AIDS, and pastoral care to the LGBTQ+ community, the homeless, and those battling addiction. He was killed while administering last rites at Ground Zero on 9/11 and is remembered as “Victim 0001.” He is a powerful modern witness to Franciscan compassion and solidarity with the marginalised.
Saint Francis Prayer For Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy;
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Contact Us
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Website: https://www.stbons.org/
Location: Boleyn Rd, London E7 9QD, UK
Phone: 020 8472 3844