Each class has a dedicated saint that they study during the year. They learn facts about each saint, what they did to become a saint and many other interesting facts. When it is the classes Saint Feast Day, the children will enjoy activities to celebrate the special day.

Please take a look at the class pages to learn more about each saint.

The class saints are:

Class	Saint	Feast Day
Fledglings	St Nicholas	6th December
Sparrows	St Francis of Assisi	4th October
Goldfinches	St Lucy	13th December
Starlings	St Martin de Porres	3rd November
Kingfishers	St Boniface	5th June
Doves	St John Boscoe	31st January
Woodpeckers	St Bernadette	16th April
Nightingales	St Michael the Archangel	29th September
Owls	St Josephine Bakhita	8th February

 

 

Fledglings: St Nicholas-Feast Day 6^th December

St Nicholas was born in the country we now call Turkey, around the year 270.

When he was young, he became a bishop, which means he helped lead the Church and cared for people.

He was known for being kind and generous, especially to children and the poor.

One famous story tells how he secretly gave gifts of money to help a poor family in need — this is why he is linked with gift-giving.

 St Nicholas loved God very much and wanted everyone to know about Jesus.

He is the patron saint of children, sailors, and travellers.

His feast day is on 6th December, when many people around the world celebrate his life.

 St Nicholas inspired the tradition of Santa Claus, who brings gifts at Christmas.

 

Sparrows: St Francis of Assisi- Feast Day 4^th October

St Francis was born in Italy in the year 1181 (over 800 years ago!).

When he was young, he liked parties and clothes, but later he gave up his riches to live simply for God.

 He loved all of God’s creation — people, animals, and nature.

St Francis was very kind to animals, and stories say he even preached to the birds and made friends with a wolf!

He started a group called the Franciscans, who live simply, help the poor, and share God’s love.

St Francis showed that being close to God means being humble, gentle, and caring for others.

He wrote a beautiful prayer praising God for the sun, moon, and all of creation.

His feast day is on 4th October, which is now also known as the Feast of Animals or World Animal Day.

 

 

Goldfinches: St Lucy-Feast Day 13^th December

St Lucy was born in Italy around the year 283, a very long time ago.

Her name means “light”, which is why she is often shown holding a lamp or a candle.

Lucy was a brave young Christian who loved Jesus very much.

At a time when Christians were not always safe, she refused to give up her faith, even when it was difficult.

She cared for the poor and wanted to give her life to God instead of marrying.

People remember her courage, kindness, and her strong love for God.

Her feast day is celebrated on 13th December, close to Christmas, when we think about light coming into the world through Jesus.

In some countries, children celebrate St Lucy’s Day with candles and songs, reminding us that Jesus is the Light of the World.

 

Starlings: St Martin de Porres-Feast Day 3^rd November

St Martin was born in Peru (South America) in 1579.

His father was Spanish and his mother was African and Native American, so sometimes people treated him unfairly because of his background.

As a boy, Martin trained to be a barber and healer, learning how to cut hair and care for the sick.

He became a helper in a Dominican convent, where he cleaned, cooked, and looked after people.

Martin was very kind and gentle, especially to the poor, the sick, and animals.

He is remembered for helping everyone, no matter who they were, and for his deep love of God.

Many miracles are told about him — like being in two places at once or healing the sick with just a touch.

St Martin was declared a saint in 1962 by Pope John XXIII.

His feast day is on 3rd November.

He is the patron saint of people of, barbers and those who work for justice and peace

 

Kingfishers: St Boniface- Feast Day 5^th June

St Boniface was born in England around the year 675.

His real name was Winfrid, but later he was called Boniface, which means “maker of good things.”

He became a monk and a teacher, and then went to Germany to tell people about Jesus.

St Boniface is sometimes called the “Apostle of Germany” because he helped many people there become Christians.

He was very brave and even cut down a tree that people worshipped, to show that only God should be adored.

He started churches, schools, and monasteries so people could learn about God.

St Boniface was killed for his faith in 754 while teaching about Jesus, which makes him a martyr.

His feast day is celebrated on 5th June.

Doves: St John Bosco-Feast Day 31^st January

St John Bosco was born in Italy in 1815.

As a boy, he loved putting on fun shows with tricks and games — but he also taught other children about Jesus at the same time.

He became a priest and dedicated his life to helping poor and homeless children.

John Bosco started schools and workshops so children could learn skills and have a better future.

He was always kind, patient, and joyful, and believed it was best to guide children with love, not punishment.

He founded a group called the Salesians, who still help young people all over the world today.

St John Bosco trusted deeply in God and in Mary, the Mother of Jesus.

His feast day is celebrated on 31st January.

He is the patron saint of young people, schoolchildren, and apprentices.

 

Woodpeckers: St Bernadette- Feast Day 16^th April

St Bernadette was born in France in 1844.

When she was 14 years old, she saw Our Lady (the Virgin Mary) in a grotto at Lourdes.

Mary appeared to her 18 times, asking her to pray and to encourage others to follow God.

During one of the visions, a spring of water appeared in the grotto. Many sick people who drank or washed in the water were healed.

At first, people didn’t believe Bernadette, but she stayed strong and told the truth about what she had seen.

Later, she became a nun, spending her life in prayer and service.

She was known for being humble, gentle, and full of faith.

St Bernadette died in 1879, when she was only 35 years old.

She was declared a saint in 1933.

Her feast day is on 16th April.

 

Nightingales: St Michael the Archangel-Feast Day 29^th September

St Michael is not a person but an archangel, which means a very important angel of God.

His name means “Who is like God?” – a reminder that no one is greater than God.

In the Bible, St Michael is shown as a protector and leader of the angels.

He is often pictured with a sword or armour, fighting against evil.

St Michael’s job is to defend us from harm and to keep us close to God.

He is the patron saint of police officers, soldiers, and people who need protection.

His feast day is on 29th September, when we also celebrate the archangels Gabriel and Raphael.

 Many people pray to St Michael when they feel scared or need courage.

 

Owls: St Josephine Bakhita-Feast Day 8^th February

She was born in Sudan, Africa, around the year 1869.

As a child, she was taken away from her family and forced into slavery, which was very hard and painful for her.

 Later, she was brought to Italy, where she met the Canossian Sisters, who showed her kindness and taught her about God.

She was so inspired by God’s love that she was baptised and became a Catholic in 1890.

She joined the Canossian Sisters as a nun, spending her life helping others and teaching about God’s love.

People loved her because she was gentle, joyful, and forgiving, even after all the suffering she experienced.

 She was declared a saint in the Catholic Church in the year 2000 by Pope John Paul II.

 Her feast day is celebrated on 8th February each year.