School Council Election Day at St Chad's Catholic Primary School
Pupils at St Chad's Catholic Primary School in Witton Park have been taking part in an exciting School Council election, giving children the opportunity to share their ideas and contribute to school life. Candidates from Class 2 proudly read their election manifestos to their classmates, outlining their ideas and explaining why they would like to represent their peers on the School Council. Following the presentations, pupils cast their votes as part of the democratic process.
Celebrating Learning Across the Curriculum at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School
Pupils at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park, Bishop Auckland, have been enjoying a wide range of engaging learning experiences across music, personal development, history and dance. The children in Class 1 have been making the most of their music lessons, learning a variety of songs and developing their musical skills through exploring the glockenspiels. Their enthusiasm and enjoyment have been evident as they sing, play and grow in confidence as young musicians.
St Chad’s Catholic Primary School Pupil Qualifies for British Tumbling Championships
There was great excitement at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park as the school celebrated the achievement of one of its very own Chad’s Champions, Darcy, who has qualified for the British Tumbling Championships. Darcy has earned a place at the prestigious competition after successfully progressing through the qualification process. Out of all those competing for a place, Darcy is one of just 13 young people who will take part in the championships this Saturday.
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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.
Class 1 Learn About the Importance of Good Dental Hygiene
Children in Class 1 at St Chad's Catholic Primary School in Witton Park enjoyed a special visit from Mrs Hauxwell, who spent time teaching them about the importance of looking after their teeth. The session helped pupils understand why good dental hygiene is so important and how they can keep their teeth healthy and strong.
St Chad’s Catholic Primary School Pupils Enjoy Inspiring Literary Adventure at Two Tales in Durham
Pupils from St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park enjoyed an exciting day of creativity, storytelling and hands-on learning during a visit to the nationally recognised Two Tales pop-up experience in Durham. Children from Years 2 and 3 took part in a range of imaginative activities designed to encourage a love of reading and inspire creative thinking.
St Chad’s Catholic Primary School Pupils Enjoy Thrilling Derwent Hill Residential
Pupils from St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park, Bishop Auckland have been enjoying an action-packed and memorable residential visit to Derwent Hill in the Lake District, with a day full of adventure, teamwork and new experiences.
Year 6 Celebrate ‘Treat Day’ at Planet Leisure
Pupils from Year 6 at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park, Bishop Auckland, enjoyed a fantastic ‘Treat Day’ today at Planet Leisure, marking a memorable outing filled with fun, laughter and friendly competition.
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St Chad’s Catholic Primary School Pupils Praised for Outstanding Behaviour at Hopetown Darlington Visit
Pupils from St Chad’s Catholic Primary School have been recognised as “Stars of the Week” after a memorable and inspiring school visit to Hopetown Darlington, where their behaviour and enthusiasm stood out. The entire school received the special recognition following what staff described as an exceptional trip. During the visit, children were praised for their excellent manners, positive attitudes, and genuine excitement for learning. Teachers highlighted how the pupils represented the school community with pride throughout the day.
A Week of Discovery and Adventure: Class 2 Learning Beyond the Classroom
Our Class 2 pupils at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School have enjoyed a fantastic range of trips and experiences, bringing their learning to life in exciting and memorable ways.
Feast of the Ascension at St Chad’s
Yesterday, we came together as a school community to celebrate the Feast of the Ascension. This important feast, celebrated 40 days after Easter, commemorates the day Jesus ascended to be with His Father in Heaven. It is a special moment in the Church’s calendar, reminding us of faith, hope and God’s promise.
St Chad’s Catholic Primary School Celebrates Sir David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday
Pupils at St Chad’s Catholic Primary School in Witton Park, Bishop Auckland enjoyed a full day of exciting and meaningful activities as they celebrated the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough and learned more about his life, work and passion for the natural world.