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.
Students from St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland have recently returned from an enriching educational visit to Geneva, Switzerland, where they explored global scientific and cultural institutions. The trip provided pupils with invaluable real‑world learning - broadening their horizons and deepening their understanding of international collaboration.
The momentum continues as students at The English Martyrs Catholic Secondary School and Sixth Form College prepare for their upcoming experience in Berlin, Germany, where they will engage with the city’s rich history, culture, and modern European identity. Soon after, St John’s students will also travel to Singapore, offering them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in one of the world’s most innovative and dynamic global cities.
For younger pupils, international exploration begins early. Children from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Coundon will soon travel to Estepona, Spain, where they will gain their first taste of learning abroad, building confidence, curiosity, and cultural awareness.
These experiences are supported by the Turing Scheme, the UK Government’s international mobility programme that funds global educational and training opportunities. The programme empowers UK learners to study or work abroad, fostering global citizenship and supporting the development of essential skills for the future.
Through Turing Scheme funding, students across BHCET benefit from opportunities to:
- Develop key personal and academic skills
- Gain meaningful international experience
- Enhance future employability
- Improve language proficiency
- Build confidence and independence
- Develop a deeper appreciation for global cultures
At BHCET, we are committed to providing transformative learning experiences that equip our young people with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to thrive in an interconnected world. Reflecting on the impact of the programme across the Trust, Turing Scheme Manager Thomas Young highlighted the lasting value these opportunities bring:
“Taking part in the Turing Scheme is far more than organising a school trip. It’s opening the door to life‑changing global experiences. Students return not just with memories, but with new skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world that will stay with them long after they leave the classroom.”
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