Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust has joined the CAFOD Big Lent Walk Schools across a Multi-Academy Trust in the North-east have embarked on an epic 2,000-kilometre walk to raise funds for CAFOD. Pupils and staff from Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, which has 25 primary schools and five secondaries across East Durham, South Tyneside, and […]

Multi-award-winning children’s author David Almond OBE, visited his alma mater, St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy, Hebburn, part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, to give an inspirational celebration assembly and workshops to Year 9 pupils aimed at raising aspirations. David talked about his life, career and inspiration as a writer. Liz McEwen, English Teacher said, “David […]

A primary school, which was rated ‘Good’ at its last Ofsted inspection, has “improved significantly”, according to a new glowing report from the education watchdog. The children who attend St Mary Magdalen’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are “happy, safe and enjoy learning”. Ofsted lead inspector Alison Stephenson […]

Nine-year-old pupil is thrilled to introduce Japanese delicacy to his classmates School dinners may conjure up a nostalgic memory of a scoop of mash and sponge cake and custard, however nowadays, pupils are treated to a wide selection of healthy and tasty dishes from around the world on the menu every day. Sushi fan William […]

Children from a Sunderland school are very ‘egg-cited’ to raise cute little chicks! The Reception-age children at St Leonard’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, were in “complete awe” watching the chicks hatch and have been inspired to write about their new friends in class too. The eggs, which […]

Pupils at St Aidan’s Catholic Academy, Willowbank Road, ‘take every opportunity to learn, through the highly consistent experiences that they have’. They have ‘exceptionally positive attitudes towards their learning’ and ‘feel cared for and know that staff have their best interests at heart,’ according to a new Ofsted report. The school, which is part of […]

Pupils embody the values of a “nurturing, caring and supportive” school in Sunderland, according to a new Ofsted report. English Martyrs’ Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was inspected by Ofsted in February. Ofsted lead inspector Anne Vernon said in her report: “Pupils’ needs are at the heart of […]

A primary school in Blackhall Colliery has “improved significantly across all areas” since its last inspection, when it was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Pupils “achieve exceptionally well” at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, which provides a “nurturing and aspirational atmosphere”. The school, which is on Coast Road and is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education […]

As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, pupils and staff at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Sunderland were invited to create a special time capsule at St Mary’s Catholic Church. They were invited by Father Chris at St Mary’s Church to create a time capsule which was laid in front of the altar under […]

Pupils at St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School in South Shields are “excellent ambassadors” with “exemplary attitudes”, according to a new Ofsted report. The school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust and is located on Nash Avenue, was inspected by Ofsted at the end of January. Ofsted lead inspector Richard Beadnall said in […]

Pupils at a Peterlee Primary School welcomed special visitors, to demonstrate their love of art and their commitment to reusing and recycling through an immersive art exhibition. Sarah White, head of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School was delighted that the pupils were able to combine their recent focus on enjoying and celebrating […]

Pupils love learning and make exceptional progress at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Sunderland, according to a new Ofsted report. The primary, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was inspected by Ofsted in January. Ofsted lead inspector Belita Scott said in the report: “This welcoming school has the very highest academic […]

‘It is amazing; even better than I expected’ – SCITT trainee Rukhsar Hussain Could you shape the minds of future generations and nurture children and young people into resilient adults equipped with the education and tools they need? Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, which has 25 primary schools and five secondaries across South Tyneside, East […]

Press Release                                                                                              3rd February 2025 ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’ this Children’s Mental Health Week Character formation and building resilience are integral to education trust’s ethos Children and young people are being encouraged to ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’ to help them develop and build resilience to cope with whatever life throws at them this […]

Staff and pupils from St Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form college, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, were rejoicing this week after the reopening of a block of newly renovated classrooms.  Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was discovered in parts of the school just before the start of the 2023 academic year. This discovery led to the closure of some school buildings, with […]

A primary school, which recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, has been praised by Ofsted for ensuring that every child has the opportunity to “let their light shine”. Pupils “thrive, personally and academically” at St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School in Jarrow, according to a recently published Ofsted report. Following his inspection of the school, which is […]

Pupils love learning at a primary school in Sunderland because of the “exciting, engaging curriculum” and the “warm, positive relationships they enjoy with adults”, according to a new glowing Ofsted report. St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was visited by Ofsted at the end of the autumn […]

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A primary school in Sunderland, which provided “steadfast leadership” during the enforced building closures due to the RAAC crisis, also creates a range of “tangible leadership experiences for pupils”. Like many other schools across the country, St John Bosco Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust (BCCET), was forced to […]

Two secondary schools in Sunderland will benefit from a grant of £114,538 from SHINE, a charitable organisation dedicated to raising the aspirations and attainment of children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The funds will be used to support disadvantaged pupils in Sunderland as they transition to secondary school. Both schools recognise the critical importance of early intervention […]

Children, who “shine like stars lighting up the sky”, have been praised by Ofsted for their exemplary behaviour and pride in everything they do. St Godric’s Catholic Primary School, in Thornley, is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which has 30 schools across East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland. Ofsted lead inspector Dughall McCormick, […]

The community of St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy, part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is delighted to have raised an incredible £3,600 for Maggie’s Cancer Care. Fundraising efforts involved a variety of activities that brought together students, staff, and families, including sponsored runs, cake stalls, a Christmas market, and two spectacular, ‘Dress to […]

A “close-knit and friendly” school in Hebburn, which was affected by the RAAC schools’ crisis, has been praised by Ofsted for its “tireless” support of pupils to ensure they continued to receive the best education and pastoral care possible under unprecedented circumstances. Like many other schools across the country, St James’ Catholic Primary School, which […]

A school’s musical theatre club entertained shoppers at an Asda store in Peterlee. The group of pupils from Year 3 to Year 6 and teacher Emily Mathers from Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School and Rainbows Nursery, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, sang Christmas carols to festive shoppers and […]

Children are at the heart of Christmas celebrations so when a Multi-Academy Trust in the North-east created its 2024 festive message they chose to make a special Nativity video featuring some of its youngest pupils. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust has 25 primary schools and five secondaries across East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland. Every […]

Headteacher of St Bede’s Catholic Primary School is ‘thrilled’ with report A primary school in Jarrow is celebrating after a glowing Ofsted report highlighted the way caring staff support children to become more resilient and learn from their mistakes. St Bede’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was recently […]

Staff are ‘exemplary role models’ for children to aspire to Proud pupils who celebrate each other’s uniqueness have been praised in a glowing report from the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (CSI). Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School in Shotton has been rated ‘Outstanding’ following a visit by the CSI last month [November]. Lead inspector Sonia […]

The Blackhall Colliery school is a ‘hidden gem’ away from the main road A primary school in Blackhall Colliery, which is a “hidden gem” in the community it serves, has a new road sign to point out its exact location following concerns it was hidden from view from the main road. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary […]

 In Sunderland, there are 72 children living in temporary accommodation Six people every DAY go to Sunderland Council presenting as homeless [CEO Sleepout UK]. There are 72 children – and 106 households – who are homeless living in temporary accommodation in the city. In England, there are 26,140 more children homeless and living in temporary […]

Pupils at a Sunderland school feel proud, safe and keen to learn, according to a new Ofsted report. St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, received their Ofsted inspection at the end of September. Ofsted lead inspector Andrew Gibbins said in his report: “St Cuthbert’s motto is ‘Once […]

A primary school in South Shields, which fosters “outstanding levels of pastoral care and inclusivity” and provides a “high-quality learning environment”, has been rated ‘Good’ following an inspection by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate. SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was visited in September by the […]

Children at a primary school in Jarrow have been learning a variety of ways to fill their “happy tank”. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, welcomed John Magee, AKA the Kindness Coach and UK Kindness Ambassador, for a special Happy Tank Super Learning Day. John Magee visited […]

Four Sixth Form colleges which are part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust are to hold their open evenings for students looking to take the next step in their education beyond GCSEs. Students who will be making the leap into Sixth Form in September 2025 can benefit from having a look around the different facilities […]

“I wish we could have sung more songs, it made me happy to sing with the band. Their music made me happy.” Edie Milburn, a Year 5 pupil at St Leonard’s Catholic Primary School, Silksworth, sums up perfectly the pride and joy of singing with Fishburn Brass Band at Sunderland Minster. The school choir was […]

St. Anthony’s Girls Catholic Academy, part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, had the great honour of welcoming Bishop Stephen to their school today (26.9.24) to officially open the newly completed Mercy Garden and mark the start of their 120th Anniversary celebrations. During his visit, Bishop Stephen met with members of the school’s staff, […]

Lauren Irwin, former pupil at St Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Educational Trust, made an emotional return to her former school, to inspire the next generation of students. Lauren, who won an Olympic bronze medal in the women’s eight rowing team at the Paris 2024 […]

Pupils’ “outstanding” behaviour was highlighted by Ofsted following an inspection at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School in Shotton. The primary school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Ofsted lead inspector Alison Stephenson said in her report: “Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding. They demonstrate excellent behaviour in […]

An open evening is taking place at a Peterlee Secondary School where students celebrated GCSE success – despite the impact of RAAC. Students at St Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, faced a challenging year of relocation in the last academic year, travelling 17 […]

A new partnership between a Multi-Academy Trust and a football academy kicks off in September. Fast Feet Football Academy has teamed up with two secondary schools, which are part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, to provide football coaching to talented individuals to nurture their talent. The schools are St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Hebburn […]

Applications open in October for 2025 SCITT intake Teaching and support staff across the country are enjoying a well-earned rest this summer – and, for some, the six-weeks holidays marks the end of teacher training and the anticipation of a new qualified teaching role in September. It is a mixed bag of emotions amongst the […]

Students and staff at St Wilfrid’s RC College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are celebrating their GCSE results, with 75% of all grades being at a grade 4 or above, and 25 % of all grades at a grade 7 or above. 17% of pupils achieved all their grades at a […]

Delighted year 11 students collect their GCSE results at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Hebburn, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. 72% of students achieved 5 grades 9-4 and 70% achieved a standard pass in both Maths and English. Those students who sat examinations in in Computer Science performed exceptionally well with […]

A Peterlee secondary school impacted by RAAC is celebrating its students’ exam results, a true testament to their hard work, determination, and resilience. Students at St Bede’s Catholic School & Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are celebrating their GCSE achievements despite a challenging year of relocation; travelling […]

Boys at a Sunderland secondary school have once again significantly outperformed national averages, achieving exceptional results across the board. At St Aidan’s Catholic Academy, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust,  25% of all grades were 9-7 (A*-A) and 40% of all grades were 9-6 (A*-B), significantly surpassing national and local averages. With […]

One third of all exam entries awarded level 7 or above. Nearly 50% of our Year 11 cohort have achieved the English Baccalaureate. St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is celebrating after a fantastic set of GCSE examination results which are well above the national average.  The […]

A sixth form college in South Shields has seen 37% of students studying A levels achieving A or A* grades, with the majority of those studying on vocational courses also achieving distinctions. Francesca Craik, Executive Headteacher of St Wilfrid’s, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, said: “We are delighted that 37 % […]

A Hebburn sixth form college is celebrating its students’ “hard work, determination, commitment to living out their FLAME values” to achieving fantastic A level results. St Joseph’s Catholic Academy, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is celebrating achieving almost half of all grades at A or A*, or their equivalent.  There were […]

A Sunderland sixth form college is celebrating the outstanding achievements of its A-level students today. Students from St. Aidan’s and St. Anthony’s Catholic Sixth Form College, part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, eagerly received their A-level results this morning, transforming nerves into relief and joy. Among the top achievers was Callum Kendray, who […]

A Peterlee Sixth Form college affected by RAAC is celebrating its students outstanding exam results, which are a testament to the students’ hard work, determination and resilience throughout a challenging academic year. The proportion of A level students at St Bede’s Catholic School & Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic […]

Children, staff and families reunited for a special carnival parade to celebrate returning to their Hebburn school following the RAAC issue. St James Catholic Primary School was one of three schools in Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, and amongst many across the country, which was forced to close due to the Government’s announcement last September […]

‘Work hard, play hard’ could be the motto of a Sunderland primary school where young pupils have excelled in all aspects this term. Superb school children from St Leonard’s Catholic Primary School, part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, have every reason to celebrate after their dedication and resilience paid off in spades. The school’s […]

Anthony Maratty is one of the winners at the Chadwick Celebration Awards A trainee teacher described as “a breath of fresh air” has scooped a SCITT Trainee of the Year Award. Having worked as a teaching assistant for almost four years, Anthony Maratty started the School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) course at St Bede’s Catholic […]

A SUNDERLAND headteacher whose school had to close over the RAAC concrete issue has received a special award – voted for by her adoring pupils. Lianne Peart, of St John Bosco Catholic Primary School, has stayed true to her mantra that “it’s not a building that makes the school, it’s the people” as she guided […]

From learning how lives are saved at sea to connecting with their local heritage, South Shields primary school pupils had a whale of a time taking part in a special collaborative project. Year 5 children from SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, worked with charity […]

It was smiles all round when a group of six-year-old children and elderly care home residents in South Shields spent a special afternoon reading books together. Year 1 pupils from St. Gregory’s Catholic Primary school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, visited Cheviot Court Care Home to read to some of the […]

A “thriving” primary school in South Shields where pupils “flourish” and feel safe has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Pupils and staff alike at St Bede’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, love their school and feel proud to be part of the school community. Ofsted lead inspector Lisa […]

Dads and grandads in South Shields enjoyed a trip back to school to watch a stunning BMX stunt show, eat a tasty curry and share a special day with their children. St. Gregory’s Catholic Primary school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, held a special Mother’s Day afternoon tea for mothers and […]

Children love going to St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School and arrive each morning with “wide smiles”, a sense of pride and “exemplary” behaviour. The Seaham school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, received such a glowing report in its recent ungraded Ofsted inspection that the lead inspector said that there was enough […]

A primary school in County Durham has been praised by Ofsted for its “highly inclusive” environment, a strong curriculum and the positive behaviour of its pupils. St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, has retained its ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted following a recent visit by inspectors. Ofsted lead […]

Pupils from a Sunderland school were the first children to step inside the new recreation of The Grand Cinema at Beamish. The open air museum has recreated The Grand, which was located originally in St Paul’s Terrace, two streets away from St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School in Ryhope. The cinema was a popular venue for […]

A primary school in South Shields has been praised by Ofsted for its “ambitious” curriculum and its promotion of pupils’ personal development. SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was inspected by Ofsted and has retained its ‘Good’ rating. Ofsted lead inspector Jessica McKay said in […]

A primary school in Jarrow is expanding its award-winning nursery provision from September. The Early Explorers Nursery at St Bede’s Catholic Primary School currently offers 15 hours of childcare provision between 8.50am and 12pm, Monday to Friday for 26 children. In the autumn term, there will also be limited 30-hour places available at the Harold […]

A Multi-Academy Trust with 30 schools across the North East has stepped up to take part in this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (13 May-19 May). This year’s theme is ‘Moving more for our mental health’ as research shows that regular physical activity can reduce anxiety and stress and help us sleep better. By building […]

A local U16 girls football team is celebrating winning the English Schools’ Football Association (ESFA) National Cup after a nerve wracking 2-1 win in the final. Pupils from St. Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, beat Fullbrook school from Woking, to bring the cup […]

On Wednesday 1st May 2024, St. Joseph’s was blessed with a visit from Bishop Stephen Wright for the feast of St. Joseph the worker. Bishop Stephen celebrated Mass for all of Year 7 in St. James’ RC church and reflected on the inspirational example and values demonstrated by St. Joseph and explored how we too […]

Children and staff from a primary school split across three sites due to RAAC have united to win a special award. St James Catholic Primary School in Hebburn has been awarded The Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD)’s LiveSimply award. The award from the official aid agency of the Catholic church in England and Wales […]

A Sunderland primary school which puts pupils at the “heart of all decisions” has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Pupils at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, “embody the school’s values, including compassion and tolerance”. Ofsted lead inspector Richard Beadnall said in his report following the inspection […]

Pupils from two Bishop Chadwick primary schools don their hard hats and hi-vis! PUPILS became health and safety inspectors for a day, when they went to visit their schools, which were closed in September due to emergency remediation works being required. St James Catholic Primary School in Hebburn and St John Bosco Primary School in […]

A local Year 7 girls football team is celebrating reaching the English Schools’Football Association (ESFA) final. Pupils from St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy, Hebburn beat South Wolds Academyfrom South Nottingham in the Semi-final 3 – 0. The girls will play Surbiton Highschool from Kingston in the final on Tuesday 21st May. Over 230 teams entered the […]

A local U16 girls football team is celebrating reaching the English Schools’ Football Association (ESFA) National Final. Pupils from St. Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust,  beat Haslingden High school from Rossendale, Blackburn 3-1 in the semi-final. They will play Fulbrook School from Woking in […]

Children were jumping with joy when a YouTube star visited their school. Jump Start Jonny aka Jonny Stewart is a fitness instructor on a mission to get children fit and his fun workouts and chill-out videos are loved by more than 250,000 Jumpsters in schools and homes across the globe. He loves exercise, particularly because […]

An innovative new skills partnership that bridges the gap between education and the world of work has been launched in Sunderland.  Leading housing association Gentoo, Sunderland College and Bishop Chadwick Education Trust will co-design and deliver the ‘Gentoo Trades Academy’ which will see 14-16-year-olds study towards a specialised construction qualification alongside their GCSEs to advance […]

The special women in the lives of the pupils of St Gregory’s Catholic Primary School in South Shields were celebrated at a heartwarming event. The primary school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, held two Mother’s Day afternoon tea events for the children’s mums, grandmothers, aunties and carers to attend. There wasn’t […]

Sporting ambassadors of a primary school in Seaham are swimming in pride at their achievements in a regional competition. The Key Stage 2 swimming team of St Mary Magdalen’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, won the Easington School Sports Partnership KS2 Swimming Gala. Following their win, they went […]

Serving the local community is important to a primary school in Peterlee – and now they can hold regular litter picks thanks to a £500 grant. Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, successfully applied for a Believe Housing community grant to buy litter-picking equipment […]

Students at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Hebburn, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are not giving up on chocolate or other sweet treats this lent, instead they are giving back to charity and supporting their local communities. Each term, students are working with the RE department and their tutor groups to […]

Children wore red for school to support a charity that is very close to the hearts of all who attend St Leonard’s Catholic Primary School in Sunderland. Four-year-old Lily McKenzie, who is a Reception pupil at the Silksworth primary, has a congenital heart defect and had a pacemaker fitted when she was only 12 hours […]

School children enjoyed a fascinating look back through history to celebrate their primary school’s special anniversary. St Bede’s Catholic Primary School in Jarrow held an exhibition displaying old photographs, newspaper cuttings and even logbooks from 1914 unearthed as part of the primary’s 110th anniversary. The site originally housed a hospital and once a school, it […]

Primary school pupils who competed in their first ever gymnastics competition were jumping for joy after being named South Tyneside Champions 2024. St. Bede’s Catholic Primary School, in South Shields, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, entered Year 1 and Year 2 pupils into a gymnastics team for the event at The […]

Pupils’ wellbeing at “centre” of North East education trust Children and young people who “feel that their voices are heard and can make a difference have a greater sense of community and self-esteem”, according to Place2Be. The children and young people’s mental health charity launched Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week in 2015 and its aim […]

Sporting stars at a primary school in Jarrow have kicked off the year with a duo of fantastic football cup wins. St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is celebrating after the Year 5/6 girls’ team won the Durham County Cup with the Year 5/6 mixed football team […]

The primary, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, has been rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features by Ofsted. Ofsted lead inspector Mark Dent said in his report: “St Gregory’s is a calm and supportive place for pupils to learn. The respect and warmth that pupils and adults show towards each other makes them […]

If you have always wanted to become a teacher, now is the time to apply Are you thinking of retraining as a teacher? Applications for the School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) course at Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust (BCCET), which starts in September 2024, are now open. The 12-month course provides high quality training and […]

A Seaham schoolgirl was thrilled to win a competition to design a reading bench for her primary school. Millie Devlin-Munroe’s design was the overall chosen entry at St Mary Magdalen’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust (BCCET), for the annual Ambic STEM Challenge competition. Bespoke furniture manufacturers, Ambic, based […]

A nine-year-old boy has won a competition to design an MP’s Christmas card using a favourite Jarrow landmark. Jacob Sheridan chose the Boldon swans as his favourite representation of the area and used watercolours to paint his winning design. His beautiful design, which beat more than 1,000 entries, was used by Jarrow MP Kate Osborne […]

Two primary schools whose pupils have been split between sites because of RAAC have reunited to hold school-wide celebrations for Christmas. St James Catholic Primary School in Hebburn and St John Bosco Catholic Primary School in Sunderland have both held their own special Christmas services to thank the communities which have supported them and to […]

A headteacher and her family have a very special festive tradition in memory of her kind mum. Every year, Maria Butt, a South Shields headteacher, and her family of elf elders and elves, collect and buy toys for grateful families in the region to ensure as many children as possible wake up to a present […]

A football team in Blackhall will be kicking off 2024 with a new footie strip thanks to a new sponsorship deal. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, has been gifted the new football strip from the Royal British Legion and Securi Serve. Headteacher Lisa Ashton explained: “One […]

JOY in my Heart! was an entertaining evening of community unity, celebration and, of course, singing! It was organised and hosted by Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust (BCCET), which has 25 primary schools and five secondary schools in East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland, as the finale of its three-year Journeys of Hope project to […]

Proud pupils from a primary school in Jarrow “thrive in its well-ordered environment” and love to be spotted being kind to others, according to a new Ofsted report. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was inspected by Ofsted and has retained its ‘Good’ rating. The St Joseph’s […]

St Mary Magdalen’s Catholic Primary School in Seaham has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (CSI) in a glowing report. The Dene House Road school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is a “vibrant and living example of the mission of the Church”, according to the report. CSI lead inspector […]

Determined school pupils have run away with a coveted cross country championship title for a second consecutive year. The 41 youngsters from Years 3-6 at St Bede’s Catholic Primary School, South Shields, ran rings around their competition at the South Tyneside Cross Country Championships, finishing an impressive 43 points ahead of the rest of the […]

A primary school in Sunderland which has “outstanding relationships” and “shows love and care for all pupils” has been praised in a glowing report from the Catholic Schools Inspectorate. St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, was rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ Catholic life and mission by the CSI […]

St Joseph’s Catholic Academy is hosting its annual Sixth Form open evening on Thursday, 16th November, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, for students in Year 11. The sixth form, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, provides a wide curriculum offer of 26 subjects. As well as offering A Levels and BTECs, they also […]

Two talented youngsters from the same family of schools are set to light up the big stage after landing roles in a production of Nativity the Musical. Nine-year-old Emmy Hill and Isla Hood, aged 11, will grace the stage at Newcastle’s Tyne Theatre this week in a show that’s bound to put audiences in a […]

A Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with 30 schools across the North East premiered its own Catholic Mass Setting today. [Friday 10th November] Gaudete, which means rejoice, was unveiled for the first time at the Catholic Leaders and Clergy Conference at Newcastle Cathedral. The Mass Setting is the culmination of more than a year’s work with acclaimed […]

An open evening for Year 11 pupils and their parents/carers will be held at St Bede’s Catholic School & Byron Sixth Form College on Thursday 9th November. Byron Sixth Form College, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, teaches and supports students with its core values of ‘faith, excellence and determination’. The Westway […]

A superstar schoolboy has taken on a marathon challenge to raise almost £1,000 – and counting – for a cause close to his heart. Eight-year-old Jack Dale set himself the task of running 31 miles over the 31 days of October – during Stoma Awareness Month – to raise understanding of stomas and bring a […]

Trainee teacher shares why she loves the profession as education trust launches applications for next SCITT intake With a name like Miss English, it was perhaps inevitable that Tiegan English would embark on a teaching career. The 21-year-old from Sunderland’s love of books led to her graduating with a degree in English literature and creative […]