One of the sponsors of Chelsea Academy is the Church of England and their educational vision is based on a long history of successful church involvement in the educational, social and spiritual development of young people. This vision is one of service to all people of whatever faith background.
The daily life of the Academy presents opportunities for students to learn about Christian beliefs and engage in acts of worship, under the leadership of senior staff. In the new building, there will be a chapel for prayer, small services and personal reflection. The Academy has close relationships with local church leaders, and students will be visiting churches nearby as part of the Religious Education syllabus, and to celebrate the major festivals in the Christian calendar.
The Academy has an inclusive atmosphere in which students of different faith traditions and world views learn to share their perspectives with confidence and respect. Students of all faiths, and those of no faith, are just as much at home in the Academy as those from Christian backgrounds. This Christian academy, by teaching those of different faiths to learn about and from each other, helps to foster the mutual regard and tolerance needed in a modern multi-cultural society.
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| "In our many London schools, we find the mix of faiths and cultures provides a stimulating opportunity for young people to explore their own beliefs and those of their parents in an informed and respectful environment. Our schools are regularly congratulated by inspectors for contributing to good community relations." |
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| Inigo Woolf, Director of Finance and Resources, LDBS |
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