Careers Day 2026
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College was proud to host its whole‑school Careers Day 2026, an inspiring event designed to help students explore future pathways, develop employability skills and gain first‑hand insight into the world of work. With the school taken off timetable for the day, students from Year 7 through to Sixth Form participated in a wide range of engaging, age‑appropriate activities focused on careers education, aspiration and preparation for life beyond school.
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland Celebrates World Religion Day
Today marks World Religion Day, a global event dedicated to promoting understanding, tolerance, and unity among people of all faiths — and those of no faith. At St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland, we embraced this special occasion by exploring a range of world religions throughout the week in our RE lessons.
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Alumni Success: Former St John’s Student Shines at Northern Stage
Before Christmas, a group of our younger Performing Arts students had the exciting opportunity to visit Northern Stage in Newcastle to watch their magical Christmas production of Beauty and the Beast. This already special trip turned into an unforgettable experience, as the production featured former St John’s student, Conor McCready, in the starring role of the Beast.
GCSE Music Christmas Formal: A Night of Festive Music and Celebration
In the final week of term, our GCSE Music students celebrated in style at their annual Christmas Formal—an evening filled with great food, festive cheer and unforgettable musical experiences.
Whole School Silent Disco: A Reward Day to Remember!
Summer 2025 Exam Certificates
Will be available to collect when school re-opens in January
Final Day Festivities at St John’s: A Joyful End to the Term
College Enrichment Week: Hands-On Learning for Years 8, 9 & 10
During the final week of term, 230 students from Years 8, 9 and 10 had the fantastic opportunity to visit Bishop Auckland College for a series of exciting and highly practical enrichment sessions. This special day allowed our students to explore new skills, discover potential career pathways, and enjoy hands-on learning in professional environments.
A Joyful Celebration of Hope: St John’s Christmas Liturgies at St Mary’s Church
Today, our school community at St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College, Bishop Auckland, came together for one of the most treasured events of our Advent season—our annual Christmas liturgies, held at the beautiful St Mary’s Church.