Further Success for EM6 as Students Pursue Politics and Music Ambitions
Aspiring politicians and a talented musician were among the students celebrating their A-Level success at The English Martyrs Sixth Form College (EM6). Friends Sam B and Sam C have both combined their studies with active roles in local politics and are now set to take the next step towards careers in public service. Also celebrating was talented musician and Deputy Head Student Bridget, who achieved an A* in French and As in Music and English Literature.
A-Level Results Day 2026 - St John's: Maths star earns all As as she sets her sights on a career in finance
“One of our most gifted students” is how St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College Headteacher Lisa Byron sums up Maths whizz Imogen. Imogen not only finished her Maths A-Level in 2025 – a year early and earning a top A* grade – but today also secured an A* in Further Maths and an A in Chemistry at the Bishop Auckland school.
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A-Level Results Day 2026 - Carmel College: Charlie becomes first in his family to attend university
Top student Charlie will become the first member of his family to attend university when he begins his degree course this September. While many young men from the Traveller community leave full-time schooling by their early teens, Charlie instead found joy and success in education at Carmel College, in Darlington.
A-Level Results Day 2026 - EM6: A-Level Success Brings Proud Moment for Ukrainian Student and Her Family
A teenager who fled to the UK from Ukraine has excelled in her A-levels and now wants to work towards a career helping people back in her home country. Anastasiia, who studied at The English Martyrs Sixth Form College (EM6), in Hartlepool, achieved an A* in Russian, an A in Psychology, and a B in Sociology. She said how she was “so happy” to break the good news in a call to her father, Andrew, who is fighting in the Ukrainian army.
A-Level Results Day 2026 - Carmel College: Oxford or Civil Service? Darlington student weighs up route into politics
One high-flying North East student may have her eyes set on Downing Street one day as she collects her A-Level results. Scarlett, who attended Carmel College Sixth Form, in Darlington, hopes her offer from Oxford University to study English and History will help launch her into a career in politics.
A-Level Results Day 2026 - St John's: Gymnastics champion leaps to A-Level success
Champion gymnast, Hannah, is one of the students celebrating today after securing top A-Level grades. Balancing her studies at St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College, in Bishop Auckland, with her training as part of the England Acrobatic Gymnastic Squad presented challenges, but Hannah’s dedication and determination won through.
A-Level Results Day 2026 - EM6: Top student turns down Cambridge to make a difference in the North East
A high-achieving student has turned down an offer from one of the UK’s leading universities in favour of staying in the North East and making an impact where he grew up. Despite receiving an offer from the University of Cambridge, Civ has instead opted to stay close to home and study Medicine at Newcastle University after being inspired by one of his teachers at The English Martyrs Sixth Form College (EM6), in Hartlepool.
Project Peru 2026: Carmel Sixth Form Students Put Faith into Action Through Life-Changing Mission
Carmel Sixth Form students and staff have completed an inspiring and transformative mission to Peru as part of Project Peru 2026. Travelling from the UK to the Amazonian city of Iquitos via São Paulo and Lima, the group embarked on an unforgettable journey centred on service, faith, cultural exchange and personal development. Over the course of the trip, students embraced opportunities to support local communities, experience a new culture and live out the values at the heart of Catholic education.
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Celebrating Two Fantastic Terms Across BHCET
As we reach the end of another successful academic year, we are proud to celebrate the achievements, experiences and successes of pupils and staff across our Trust. The past two terms have been filled with inspiring learning opportunities, creative projects, sporting achievements, educational visits, performances, community initiatives and much more.
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.
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.
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.