Chaplaincy

New Hall Chaplaincy is at the service of all, regardless of individual religious beliefs. As one of the UK’s oldest Catholic schools, New Hall has an exceptional Theology Department, as well as a large Chaplaincy Team.

The School aims to support all staff, students, parents and anyone who forms part of the New Hall community. Our Resident Priest Chaplains, Fr Martin, and Fr Andrew, along with Head of Chaplaincy, Regan Schreiber and the team welcome anyone to visit, or contact by email, should they wish to discuss any matters.

Fr Martin – m.hardy@newhallschool.co.uk

Fr Andrew – a.robinson@newhallschool.co.uk

Regan Schreiber – r.schreiber@newhallschool.co.uk

Chaplaincy Team

Rev Sarah de Bats

Rev Sarah de Bats

Chaplaincy Assistant & Teacher of Music

Mr Pietro Cespoli

Mr Pietro Cespoli

Chaplaincy Assistant

Mr Joseph Cryan

Mr Joseph Cryan

Chaplaincy Assistant & Teacher of History

Mr Luke Dunkley

Mr Luke Dunkley

Chaplaincy Assistant & Teacher of Theology

Mr Andrew Fardell

Mr Andrew Fardell

Deputy Principal

Fr Martin Hardy

Fr Martin Hardy

Resident Priest Chaplain

Mr Toby Harman

Mr Toby Harman

Acting Head of Theology

Mrs Katherine Jeffrey

Mrs Katherine Jeffrey

Principal

Miss Rebecca Parsons

Miss Rebecca Parsons

Chaplaincy Assistant

Mrs Katherine Reading

Mrs Katherine Reading

Vice Principal

Mrs Benedicte Robinson

Mrs Benedicte Robinson

Assistant Lay Chaplain and SENDCo (Prep)

Fr Andrew Robinson

Fr Andrew Robinson

Resident Priest Chaplain

Mrs Gail Schreiber

Mrs Gail Schreiber

Chaplaincy Assistant & Head of Boarding (Hawley House)

Mr Regan Schreiber

Mr Regan Schreiber

Head of Chaplaincy

Mrs Maria Webster

Mrs Maria Webster

Head of Theology

Daughters of the Resurrection

Sister Anuarite

Sister Anuarite

Chaplaincy Assistant

Sister Cansilde

Sister Cansilde

Chaplaincy Assistant

Sister Marie Josee

Sister Marie Josee

Chaplaincy Assistant

Sister Valentine

Sister Valentine

Chaplaincy Assistant

Our Spaces

Caim Space

This cosy room full of sofas, cushions and bean bags is where we host our Chaplaincy sessions for students in Years 5-9. It is also used as a cinema room for virtual seminars, discussion groups and watching movies.

Chaplaincy Chambers

This multipurpose space houses a lounge area, an activity room, a Christian gift shop and our Chaplaincy Office. Students enjoy a wide variety of clubs and activities in this space which can also be used for Chaplaincy sessions. The Chaplaincy Chambers is open during breaktime, lunchtime and after school for students who need a quiet place to relax and unwind. Members of the Chaplaincy Team are available during these times too.

Mass and Liturgy Times

Mass has been celebrated in our historic Chapel for over 225 years, with a strong choral tradition. Visitors and Parishioners are welcome to join the School community at any of the following:

Adoration: Monday – Friday 7.00am | School Chapel

Morning Prayer: Monday – Friday 7.30am | School Chapel

Mass: Monday – Friday 1.00pm | School Chapel

Evening Prayer: Monday – Friday 6.30pm | School Chapel (except for Wednesday and Thursday, which will take place in the Barn Oratory)

Mass: Sunday 5.30pm | School Chapel

The Chapel and the Barn Oratory are always available for private prayer or reflection throughout the week.

Sacramental support

At New Hall, we support students preparing for the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation through a structured programme filled with teaching, prayer and community celebration.  Children learn about the meaning and importance of the sacraments in their Theology lessons, and through special preparation sessions.  We work closely with parents to guide each child on their spiritual journey.

Preparation for First Holy Communion begins each year in the Lent Term with sessions taking place, for parents and children, before Mass on Sunday.

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation, in both the Anglican and Catholic Churches, begins each year after the Michaelmas half-term break.

We can also support students and families if they wish to undertake the Sacrament of Baptism. Please feel free to contact Fr Martin, Fr Andrew or Mr Schreiber for more information.

Follow our Chaplaincy journey on Instagram for the latest updates, events, and reflections from across the New Hall community.