About religion at Marlborough

      The College Chapel is the focus for much of the inspiration and vision which sustain every aspect of school life. while Anglican its foundation, Marlborough is ecumenical in its approach. Children of other denominations and faiths are warmly welcomed. On most Sundays pupils can chose between attending an early celebration of holy Communion, a sung Eucharist or an Evening Address. First-year pupils have a programme of services designed to enable them to experience a wide range of worship. Voluntary week-day services are held daily, usually in the Crypt Chapel. Many pupils offer themselves for Confirmation in the second or fourth years and the preparation for this over the year is extensive and thorough.

      Participation is the keynote of our worship at Marlborough. Parents are welcome at most services and some, like the annual carol services, are also availiable to the local community. Boys and girls are encouraged to help in services and to exercise a Christian initiative in the community. In each House a senior boy or girl is appointed to be a House Sacristan - a sort of pupil chaplin. They carry considerable pastoral and administrative responsabilities.

      The College has two Chaplains and the local Roman Catholic priest is attached to the College as an additional Chaplain.