Westminster Roman Catholic Diocese Trustee
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The Westminster Roman Catholic Diocese Trustee is the central corporate entity responsible for the assets and administration of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster. Serving one of the most prominent dioceses in the UK, the Trustee oversees a vast network of educational institutions, including prestigious independent preparatory and senior schools, as well as several Catholic Multi-Academy Trusts. Its role is to ensure the preservation of the Catholic ethos across its schools while managing the significant land and financial endowments that support their operation.
Associated Schools(2)
St Augustine's Priory is an independent Catholic day school in Ealing, West London, primarily for girls aged 3 to 18, with boys admitted to the nursery and prep sections. Founded in Paris in 1634 and established at its current site in 1915, the school is set within 13 acres of grounds that include a wildflower meadow, an orchard, and a working farm. Academic and extracurricular facilities include a chapel, a modern science block, and floodlit sports pitches. The school focuses on providing a well-rounded education based on values of truth and compassion.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School is an academically selective, Roman Catholic preparatory school for boys aged four to 13, situated in central London. Founded in 1901 by Cardinal Herbert Vaughan, the school is dedicated to training the choristers of Westminster Cathedral, who reside as boarders from Year 4. The school offers a broad 'liberal arts' education alongside a strong tradition in music and competitive sport. As one of only two Catholic cathedral schools in the United Kingdom, it maintains a unique focus on liturgical music and academic excellence within a faith-centred environment.