Pupils Shine in Macbeth Performance at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre
Pupils from four of our Trust schools took to the stage on Thursday 19th March for a spectacular performance of Macbeth at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre – an incredible opportunity that our children embraced with confidence, talent and true creativity.
Pupils Come Together for a Joyful St Patrick’s Day Celebration
Pupils from our Darlington schools gathered for a meaningful and joy‑filled St Patrick’s Day celebration, bringing together schools, families, parishioners, and our wider faith community. The event offered a beautiful blend of prayer, reflection, and celebration, aligning closely with our Lenten journey and supporting our ongoing Live Simply actions.
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Celebrates Strong Ofsted Report
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School in Billingham is celebrating a highly positive Ofsted report, marking a significant milestone in the school’s ongoing journey of improvement. As a small and close‑knit school that has worked tirelessly to provide the very best for its pupils, the outcome has been welcomed with pride across the community.
World Book Day 2026: A Celebration of Stories Across Our Trust
On Thursday, 5th March, children across our Trust came together to celebrate the magic of reading as we marked World Book Day 2026. The day was filled with excitement and imagination as pupils arrived dressed as their favourite characters - from classic storybook heroes to much‑loved modern icons.
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Celebrates Outstanding CSI Report
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Barnard Castle is celebrating after receiving the highest possible judgement - Grade 1 (Outstanding) in all areas - in its recent Catholic Schools Inspectorate (CSI) report. Inspectors praised the school for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, noting that St Mary’s is “deeply rooted in its Catholic identity and mission, which is proudly proclaimed and enthusiastically lived by everyone.”
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College cutting bills with Great British Energy solar panels
Pupils at St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland are benefitting from lower energy bills thanks to Great British Energy-funded solar panels, as installation is completed.
Incredible Enrichment Across our Trust: A Half Term of Unforgettable Learning Opportunities
Students across our Trust have enjoyed an extraordinary half term week of enrichment, embracing opportunities that inspire ambition, build confidence and bring learning to life. From major world cities to mountain ranges, battlefields and creative hubs, our students have taken part in experiences that go far beyond the classroom - and the impact has been remarkable.
BHCET Students Embark on Inspiring International Learning Experiences Through the Turing Scheme
Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust (BHCET) is proud to announce a series of exciting international learning opportunities taking place across its schools this academic year, made possible through the UK Government’s Turing Scheme.
Our Trust Launches Media Correspondents Across All Schools
Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting new initiative: Media Correspondents in every school across our Trust family. Developed by our Marketing, Media and Communications (MMC) team, the idea is simple but powerful - to give pupils the opportunity to become storytellers for their school. Each Media Correspondent will play a key role in capturing the everyday moments, achievements and hidden gems that make their school community unique.
Carmel College Celebrates Culture Festival 2026
Carmel College came alive on Friday 13th February as students and staff gathered for the annual Culture Festival - a colourful, joyful celebration of the diverse cultures that make up the Carmel community.
BHCET Celebrates Children’s Mental Health Week: “This Is My Place”
This week (9–15 February), schools in Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust have come together to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week, joining thousands across the country in shining a light on the importance of supporting young people’s emotional wellbeing.
Bravo, BHCET! Inspiring Creativity, Confidence and Performance Across our Schools
At Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust, the performing arts continue to play a vibrant and inspiring role in the lives of our students. Whether performing onstage or discovering the magic of live theatre from the audience, we are proud to foster creativity, confidence and self‑expression from the very beginning of their journey with us.