Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust is a family of schools consisting of 30 Catholic primaries and 5 secondaries, serving the communities of Darlington, County Durham, Stockton and Hartlepool.
The aim of Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust is to provide a practical and moral purpose to the furthering of education, giving strength and a collective responsibility for the educational welfare of pupils in our schools. Pupils are the centre of all decision making and Christ is at the heart of our moral purpose.
Our Trust shapes its collaboration through the fundamental principles of Catholic Social Teaching. School leaders work together for the common good, all pupils feel safe, welcomed and supported with every possible opportunity and staff benefit from a collective approach that respects and values professional agency.
Latest News
13 July 2026
BHCET Students Take Centre Stage in a Spectacular Week of Summer Productions
Students across Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust wowed audiences last week with three outstanding musical theatre productions, showcasing exceptional talent, dedication and creativity both on stage and behind the scenes.
9 July 2026
Students Celebrate in Style at End-of-Year Prom and Leavers' Events
Students from across Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust have been celebrating the end of an important chapter in their educational journey with a series of memorable prom and leavers' events. Following months of hard work, dedication and determination throughout their GCSE and A-Level studies, Year 11 and Year 13 students came together to mark their achievements with friends and staff before embarking on the next stage of their education and careers.
29 June 2026
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form Celebrates Students at Third Annual Virtue Awards Evening
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form proudly hosted its third annual Virtue Awards Evening on Thursday 26th June, recognising and celebrating the outstanding character of its students in a heartwarming and inspiring event. The awards evening honoured students for demonstrating key virtues at the heart of the school community, including respect, compassion, resilience, justice, honesty, self-belief, responsibility and confidence.
Our Trust song, "TODAY"
Our BHCET termly newsletter showcases the incredible achievements, events, and stories from across our Trust community.
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We are proud to offer a wide range of enriching opportunities that go beyond the classroom. All children have access to exciting experiences such as trips abroad through the Turing Scheme, participation in athletic events, and engaging Modern Foreign Language days. We also encourage pupil voice through involvement in our Trust-wide Pupil Parliament, ensuring every child has the chance to develop new skills, build confidence, and create lasting memories.
Explore our schools located across Darlington, County Durham, Stockton-on-Tees, and Hartlepool.
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Christ at the Centre, Children at the Heart