St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Pupils Enjoy Magical Gruffalo Theatre Trip
Pupils in Hedgehogs class at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed an unforgettable day at the theatre as they watched The Gruffalo come to life on stage. The production was full of music, dancing and excitement, with children captivated by the much-loved story throughout the performance. The theatre trip gave pupils the opportunity to experience a live adaptation of the famous picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, which tells the story of Mouse’s adventure through the deep, dark wood and his encounters with a range of colourful characters.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Celebrates Community Spirit at Bike Fest 2026
Pupils, staff and families at St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed a fantastic Bike Fest 2026, bringing the school community together for a fun-filled day of activities, creativity and celebration. The event showcased the many talents and interests of the school community. From impressive circus skills demonstrations to delicious homemade cakes, there was plenty for everyone to enjoy throughout the day.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School to Host Reception Open Event Inspired by The Colour Monster
Families with children due to start school are invited to discover life at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe, at a special Reception Open Event on Monday 28th September from 4pm to 5pm. The event will give prospective pupils and their families the opportunity to explore the school's Reception classroom and outdoor learning area while stepping into the colourful world of The Colour Monster, the much-loved children's story that helps young learners understand and express their emotions.
Year 6 Enjoys Wellbeing and Teamwork Adventure at Hamsterley Forest
Year 6 pupils from St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed a fantastic day at Hamsterley Forest, taking part in a range of activities focused on wellbeing, teamwork and personal challenge. Surrounded by the beautiful forest environment, the children took part in a Wellbeing Walk, giving them the opportunity to slow down, connect with nature and reflect on the things that help them feel happy and healthy.
Squirrels Class Enjoy Fantastic Start to the New School Year at St Mary's
There has been plenty of excitement in Squirrels Class at St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe as pupils settled into the new academic year with a week full of fun activities, friendship and learning. To help ease any first-day nerves, the children made Jitter Juice, a special activity designed to help chase away those back-to-school butterflies.
Exciting New Adventures Begin in Year 3 at St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Year 3 pupils at St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe have made an enthusiastic start to the new academic year as they embark on a range of new learning experiences. The children in Mrs Williams' class have been busy settling into their new classroom, exploring new topics and embracing the opportunities that come with moving into a new year group.
St Mary's Pupils Enjoy Seaside Adventures at Seaham Beach
Children from Years 4 and 5 at St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe have made a fantastic start to the new academic year with memorable visits to Seaham Beach. The trips provided pupils with the opportunity to learn outdoors, explore the coastline and enjoy time together with their classmates as they settled into the new school year.
Year 6 Reflect on a Special Memory from Year 2
Year 6 pupils at St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed a heartwarming and memorable experience as they opened letters they had written to themselves back in Year 2 with Mrs Ward. The special activity gave the children the chance to look back at their younger selves and reflect on how much they have grown and changed during their time at primary school.
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Celebrating Two Fantastic Terms Across BHCET
As we come to the end of another successful academic year, we are incredibly proud of everything our pupils, staff and wider school community have achieved over the past two terms. From inspiring classroom learning and creative projects to sporting success, educational visits, performances and community events, there has been so much to celebrate.
Year 4 Take Action to Protect the Environment
Year 4 pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School recently explored the impact that litter can have on the environment as part of an engaging learning project. The children investigated the costs associated with cleaning up litter, who is affected by environmental waste and how long different materials take to decompose.
Year 6 Create Lasting Memories During PGL Adventure
Year 6 pupils from St Mary’s Catholic Primary School recently enjoyed an unforgettable residential visit to PGL, packed with adventure, teamwork and exciting new experiences. From the moment they arrived, excitement was in the air as pupils prepared for three days of fun-filled activities and challenges.
School Garden Harvest Brings Exciting Results
There was great excitement at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe this week as pupils harvested a fantastic crop of potatoes from the school garden. Over the past few weeks, the school's dedicated team of gardeners has worked hard to nurture and care for the plants, learning valuable gardening skills along the way.