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Welcome to St. John's

St. John’s in Bishop Auckland is more than just a school — it is a thriving community. With a rich mix of dynamic lessons and engaging extra curricular opportunities, students are motivated to aim high, embrace challenges, and pursue their dreams with confidence.

Our nurturing and inclusive ethos ensures that every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed. This commitment to excellence has been recognised, with Ofsted placing us among the Top 10 Schools in County Durham in 2025. At St. John’s, we give every student the guidance, inspiration, and opportunities they need to flourish — preparing them not just for exams, but for life.

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Love Your Library Month Winners
2 March 2026

Celebrating the National Year of Reading: Love Your Library Month at St John’s

February’s Love Your Library Month brought an exciting buzz to St John’s Catholic Secondary School and Sixth Form, with students across all year groups diving into reading activities, competitions and creative challenges. We were truly blown away by the quality of the entries submitted—proof that our students have an incredible imagination and a genuine passion for books.

Performing Arts students at Matilda the Musical
2 March 2026

A Magical Evening at Matilda the Musical

Just before half term, a group of our talented Performing Arts students – including members of our school choir and the Little Shop of Horrors cast – enjoyed a spectacular trip to the Sunderland Empire to see the award‑winning Matilda the Musical.

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