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.
A Journey Begins: The Power of Transition Activities
For many pupils, the move from primary to secondary school can feel like stepping into a completely new world. New buildings, new routines, new teachers and a whole host of new opportunities. Within our Trust, we recognise just how important this transition is, and we are committed to making it a positive, exciting and confidence-building experience for every child.
St Cuthbert’s Launches ‘Helping Hands Hub’ to Support Families in Hartlepool
St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool has officially opened its new Helping Hands Hub, offering practical support to families in the local community. On Friday 19th June, the school marked the launch of the initiative with a special celebration attended by pupils, parents, carers, governors, and invited guests. The event began with children performing songs, creating a joyful and welcoming atmosphere.
BHCET Netball Tournament Showcases Talent and Team Spirit
Students from across the Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust came together today, Thursday 18 June, for the annual Trust-wide netball tournament, hosted by The English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College in Hartlepool.
Students Shine at BHCET Annual Athletics Competition
Students from across Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust (BHCET) came together on Thursday 4 June for our much-anticipated annual athletics competition, held at Middlesbrough Sports Village. Pupils in Years 7 to 10 from all five BHCET secondary schools took part in a full programme of track and field events, showcasing outstanding determination, teamwork and sporting talent throughout the day.
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Pupils Take Part in Transformative Turing Scheme Trip to Spain
A group of pupils from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Coundon have returned from an enriching international visit to Estepona, Spain, as part of the government-funded Turing Scheme, designed to provide young people with global learning opportunities.
Celebrating Linguistic Excellence Across BHCET Secondary Schools
Students from across Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust’s five secondary schools came together for a vibrant celebration of languages, culture and history, showcasing their work on the renowned El Camino pilgrimage.
Pride, Passion and Football at Wembley: Sacred Heart and St Augustine's Make History
There was jubilation at Wembley Arena yesterday as Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School’s under‑11 girls’ football team were crowned National League Trust champions, following a thrilling 2–1 victory in the final. The Hartlepool school’s team delivered an outstanding performance on the national stage, securing the title after a remarkable journey through local, regional and northern rounds to reach the final at the home of English football.
Trust Padel Event Brings Secondary Schools Together for a Day of Sport and Teamwork
Students from four secondary schools across our Trust took part in an exciting Trust-wide padel event on Tuesday 5th May, showcasing teamwork, inclusivity and sporting talent in a fast-growing sport.
Two BHCET Primary Schools Reach Wembley National Final
Two primary schools from the Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust (BHCET) are celebrating an extraordinary sporting achievement, after both teams secured their place in a national football final at Wembley. St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School in Darlington (under-11 boys) and Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool (under-11 girls) will compete in the National League Trust Under 11s Cup Final at Wembley Arena on Sunday 10 May, marking a proud moment for both schools, their local communities and our Trust.
St John’s Students Embark on a Trip of a Lifetime to Singapore Through the Turing Scheme
A group of students from St John’s Catholic School in Bishop Auckland have returned from a truly unforgettable educational visit to Singapore, having taken part in an international learning experience funded through the UK Government’s Turing Scheme. The visit offered students the opportunity to broaden their global outlook, develop future‑ready skills, and engage with education, innovation, and culture on an international stage.
Students from The English Martyrs Catholic School take part in enriching Turing Scheme visit to Berlin
Students from The English Martyrs Catholic School in Hartlepool recently returned from an inspiring and educational visit to Berlin, funded through the Turing Scheme, the UK government’s international education programme.