--- title: "Exciting New Adventures Begin in Year 3 at St Mary's Catholic Primary School" url: "https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-08-exciting-new-adventures-begin-in-year-3-at-st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school" school: "St. Mary's Catholic Primary School" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in County Durham [Click Here](https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/our-school/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01325 300339 **Email:** office@stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk # Exciting New Adventures Begin in Year 3 at St Mary's Catholic Primary School ![Image of Exciting New Adventures Begin in Year 3 at St Mary's Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-durham-2/images/news/797956529_1048655301497550_8255291751205820561_n.jpg) 8 September 2026 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. ### Exploring New Subjects and Opportunities 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. From discovering new subjects to developing new skills, pupils have approached the start of term with excitement and curiosity. ### Making Memories Together The first few days of the academic year have already been filled with memorable experiences, helping children build confidence and establish positive relationships with their classmates. Staff are looking forward to sharing the class's achievements, projects and learning journeys throughout the year. ### Looking Ahead to a Fantastic Year With such a positive start, Year 3 is well placed for a successful and rewarding year ahead. Everyone at St Mary's Catholic Primary School is excited to see what the children will achieve as they continue their learning journey and make even more unforgettable memories together. [Learning](https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/learning) [ St Mary's Pupils Enjoy Seaside Adventures at Seaham Beach](https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-03-st-mary-s-pupils-enjoy-seaside-adventures-at-seaham-beach) [Year 6 Enjoys Wellbeing and Teamwork Adventure at Hamsterley Forest ](https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-15-year-6-enjoys-wellbeing-and-teamwork-adventure-at-hamsterley-forest) ![St. Mary's Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-durham-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St. Mary's Catholic Primary School Central Avenue Newton Aycliffe Co. Durham DL5 5NP 01325 300339 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stmaryscatholicprimaryschool/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stmarys_newtonacyliffe/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St. Mary's Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stmarysna.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)