St John’s Scientists of the Future
Last week, our Science Department had the pleasure of taking 15 enthusiastic Year 10 students to a post‑16 STEM careers event at New College Durham. The visit was designed for students who are considering A‑level Science in St John’s Sixth Form and exploring future careers in STEM—and they certainly rose to the occasion!
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St John’s Choir Shine at the North East Secondary School Choir of the Year Final
We couldn’t be more proud of our fantastic choir, who performed on stage at The Glasshouse ICM this afternoon as part of the final of the North East Secondary School Choir of the Year Competition. It was an unforgettable experience for our students, who rose to the occasion with confidence, teamwork, and true musical spirit. Whilst they weren’t winners this time, our choir performed beautifully and with real professionalism, showcasing the hard work they have put into rehearsals over the past months.
World Premiere Theatre Experience for St John’s Students
On Friday, a group of enthusiastic Year 10 students from St John’s, Bishop Auckland, travelled to the iconic Newcastle Theatre Royal to experience the world premiere of Weird — an electrifying, pop‑powered reimagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. This brand‑new musical offers a bold, modern twist on the classic tragedy, bringing Shakespeare’s dark tale to life through the eyes of the three witches.
Exciting Enrichment at St John’s: Helping Every Child Discover Their Potential
At St John’s School in Bishop Auckland, we believe that education stretches far beyond the classroom. While academic learning is essential, enrichment plays a vital role in helping students grow, explore and thrive. It allows young people to discover new interests, develop practical skills and gain experiences that build confidence and character.
St John’s Bishop Auckland Celebrates Outstanding Success at National Schools Badminton Competition
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland is celebrating another fantastic sporting achievement after an impressive performance at the local round of the National Schools Badminton Competition. For the fifth year in a row, our students have secured their place in the Regional Finals, demonstrating the strength, consistency and commitment of sport at St John’s.
St John’s Year 7 Enjoy a Fantastic Trip to Horrible Histories – The Concert at Darlington Hippodrome
Our Year 7 students from St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College, Bishop Auckland, enjoyed an unforgettable day on Friday when Miss Bell and Miss Liddle took them to the world premiere of Horrible Histories: The Concert at the Darlington Hippodrome. It was a brilliant opportunity for our young historians to see their classroom learning brought to life on stage.