Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust

Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust is a family of schools consisting of 30 Catholic primaries and 5 secondaries, serving the communities of Darlington, County Durham, Stockton and Hartlepool.

The aim of Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust is to provide a practical and moral purpose to the furthering of education, giving strength and a collective responsibility for the educational welfare of pupils in our schools. Pupils are the centre of all decision making and Christ is at the heart of our moral purpose.

Our Trust shapes its collaboration through the fundamental principles of Catholic Social Teaching. School leaders work together for the common good, all pupils feel safe, welcomed and supported with every possible opportunity and staff benefit from a collective approach that respects and values professional agency.

Latest News

13 August 2026

A-Level Results Day 2026 - Carmel College: Oxford or Civil Service? Darlington student weighs up route into politics

One high-flying North East student may have her eyes set on Downing Street one day as she collects her A-Level results. Scarlett, who attended Carmel College Sixth Form, in Darlington, hopes her offer from Oxford University to study English and History will help launch her into a career in politics.

13 August 2026

A-Level Results Day 2026 - St John's: Gymnastics champion leaps to A-Level success

Champion gymnast, Hannah, is one of the students celebrating today after securing top A-Level grades. Balancing her studies at St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College, in Bishop Auckland, with her training as part of the England Acrobatic Gymnastic Squad presented challenges, but Hannah’s dedication and determination won through.

13 August 2026

A-Level Results Day 2026 - EM6: Top student turns down Cambridge to make a difference in the North East

A high-achieving student has turned down an offer from one of the UK’s leading universities in favour of staying in the North East and making an impact where he grew up. Despite receiving an offer from the University of Cambridge, Civ has instead opted to stay close to home and study Medicine at Newcastle University after being inspired by one of his teachers at The English Martyrs Sixth Form College (EM6), in Hartlepool.

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Our Trust song, "TODAY"

Our BHCET termly newsletter showcases the incredible achievements, events, and stories from across our Trust community.

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We are proud to offer a wide range of enriching opportunities that go beyond the classroom. All children have access to exciting experiences such as trips abroad through the Turing Scheme, participation in athletic events, and engaging Modern Foreign Language days. We also encourage pupil voice through involvement in our Trust-wide Pupil Parliament, ensuring every child has the chance to develop new skills, build confidence, and create lasting memories.

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