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title: "Bishop Chadwick"
url: "https://bccet.org.uk/about-us/bishop-chadwick"
school: "Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust"
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#  Bishop Chadwick

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Our Trust

## Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust was established in **2020**, following a directive from the Bishop of Hexham and Newcastle.

Today, our family of **31 schools** serves communities across the North East.

**31** Schools in our Trust A connected family of schools

**26** Primary schools Including nursery provision

**5** Secondary schools Supporting pupils aged 11 to 18

**4** Sixth forms Providing post-16 education

Our communities

## Rooted in the North East

Our schools serve the eastern part of the North East, across Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland.

- Durham
- South Tyneside
- Sunderland

![Portrait of Bishop James Chadwick](https://bccet.org.uk/images/images/002(1).jpg)**Bishop James Chadwick** 1813–1882Our namesake

## A legacy of faith and education

Bishop James Chadwick was an Anglo-Irish Roman Catholic priest and the second Bishop of Hexham and Newcastle.

Known for writing the lyrics to *Angels We Have Heard on High*, he is remembered as a man of great personal dignity and charm.

His gentleness of manner, deep faith and commitment to education continue to inspire the Trust that bears his name.

 Born **24 April 1813** Drogheda, Ireland

 Died **14 May 1882** Newcastle upon Tyne

 Buried **Ushaw**

 Faith and mission

## Bishop Chadwick Prayer

> Dear Lord, may we always follow the example of Bishop Chadwick. As we strive to follow his deep faith and love of education, may we do so with humility and love, following his gentleness and kindness.
>
> May he always be an inspiration to us all, students and staff. We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

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