The Bishop's Badge service for schools took place on Monday 23 June at Derby Cathedral.

Headteachers were invited to nominate pupils who had demonstrated the values of Generous Faith, Courageous Hope and/or Life Giving Love.

Bishop Malcolm joyfully presented 36 badges to pupils from 17 schools across the diocese.

The uplifting singing was led by the children from William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School who have been involved with the Music in Schools programme from Derby Cathedral.

Families, governors, incumbents came to support the children and they heard from the heads the reasons for their nominations.

The event is supported by the DBE staff, Bishop's Office, Dean and the volunteers from the cathedral.

As one headteacher said "Thank you - this was an emotional day and the stand out memory of the year.'