News Release

Children from St Francis Catholic Primary School have sent a gift to Pope Francis.

The children decided to write to welcome the new Pope, Francis I, after hearing he had chosen the name of their patron saint, St Francis of Assisi.

The children also decided to give Pope Francis a signed, limited edition painting as a welcoming gift from the children, staff, parents and governors of the school and the parishioners from the Parish of Our Lady Immaculate & St Francis here in Bradford. 

The painting, commissioned by the governors of the school, was created by Bingley artist Jane Fielder to celebrate the strong home, school and parish community.  

Eve Underwood and Abigail Dawson the Chair and Secretary of the School Council said “We wanted to welcome Pope Francis.  We hope that Pope Francis will enjoy looking over the St Francis community in Bradford and praying for us. At school and church we will keep praying for Pope Francis.” 

Bingley artist Jane Fielder said she was excited by the news and felt “lucky to be part of something so special.”

Contact for additional information – 

Daniel Copley

Headteacher 

Tel: 01274 638520