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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.
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Showcases Creativity During Christian Art Week
Pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe have been celebrating an inspiring Christian Art Week, creating a collection of beautiful artwork that will be displayed for families to enjoy. Last week, children across the school took part in a variety of creative activities as part of the annual celebration of art and faith. The week provided pupils with an opportunity to express their ideas, develop new artistic skills and produce stunning pieces of work.
Year 1 Enjoy Memorable Beach Trip to Seaham
Pupils from Year 1 at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed a fantastic educational visit to Seaham beach, combining outdoor learning with fun seaside activities. The trip gave children the opportunity to explore the coastline, enjoy the fresh sea air, and take part in a range of engaging activities designed to support their learning outside the classroom.
Year 4 Lead Meaningful Refugee Week Celebration
Pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School came together for a thoughtful and inspiring Refugee Week celebration, led by the school’s Year 4 class. Refugee Week is an important opportunity to recognise and honour the bravery and resilience of people who have been forced to flee their homes. At St Mary’s, this message was brought to life through a whole-school event that encouraged reflection, creativity, and understanding.
A Beautiful May Procession: Honouring Mary Together
Our Year 4 pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School led us in a truly beautiful Celebration of the Word, followed by a special May Procession to honour Our Lady. The children reverently took part in the procession, culminating in the crowning of Mary — a powerful and symbolic moment that reflects the importance of devotion and faith during the Month of May.
Year 2 Bring History to Life
This week, our Year 2 children embarked on an unforgettable journey through history with an immersive retelling of “Vlad and the Great Fire of London.” Stepping into Boxton’s shoes, the children began their adventure in the bakery, sampling breadcrumbs and settling down for the night. However, their peaceful rest was soon interrupted by the smell of smoke!
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Celebrates the Life and Work of Sir David Attenborough
Pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe enjoyed a joyful and inspiring celebration as they marked the life and work of Sir David Attenborough. The celebrations were led by Year 4, who spent the afternoon learning about Sir David Attenborough’s incredible contribution to understanding and protecting the natural world. Children created beautiful projects inspired by nature and took time to design special birthday cards to celebrate his milestone 100th birthday.
Year 1 Super Veg Adventure at St Mary’s Newton Aycliffe
Year 1 pupils at St Mary’s Newton Aycliffe recently took part in an exciting learning experience inspired by the much‑loved story Supertato. After enjoying the book together, the children set off on a fruit and vegetable hunt to Tesco, bringing the story to life in a fun and engaging way.
A Brilliant Victory: Netball Tournament Highlights
On Thursday 23rd April, St Mary’s played in an exciting netball cup tournament. Our team consisted of Ben, Anelis, Eden (captain), Mario, Floretta, Maddison and Millie Grace. First, we played really well and progressed into the cup competition.