Years 4 and 5 Enjoy Fantastic Performance of Little Shop of Horrors
Years 4 and 5 pupils from Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law recently enjoyed a fantastic visit to St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College to watch their production of Little Shop of Horrors. The children were thoroughly entertained from start to finish and were captivated by the energy, talent and confidence of the performers on stage.
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Celebrating Two Fantastic Terms Across BHCET
As we come to the end of another successful academic year, we are incredibly proud of everything our pupils, staff and wider school community have achieved over the past two terms. From inspiring classroom learning and creative projects to sporting success, educational visits, performances and community events, there has been so much to celebrate.
BJD Fest Brings the Community Together
Pupils, families and staff at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law recently enjoyed a fantastic time at BJD Fest. The event was filled with fun, laughter and community spirit, with children making the most of the bouncy castles, enjoying the sunshine and getting wonderfully glittery throughout the day.
Fire Brigade Visit Teaches Valuable Water Safety Lessons
Pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School recently welcomed the Fire Brigade to school for an important session on water safety. With the recent hot weather, firefighters spoke to the children about the dangers of swimming in rivers and other unsafe bodies of water. They explained what to do if they, or one of their friends, ever got into difficulty in the water.
Mini Police Learn About Community Responsibility
Over the last three weeks, Year 5 and Year 6 pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School have been taking part in the Mini Police project alongside officers from Durham Constabulary.
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School Pupils Enjoy Exciting Derwent Hill Residential
Pupils from Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law have been making the most of an exciting and activity-filled residential visit to Derwent Hill in the Lake District, enjoying a day packed with adventure, teamwork and memorable experiences. The children experienced a fantastic day, taking part in a variety of activities designed to push them beyond their comfort zones. One of the standout highlights was the Death Swing, where pupils showed real courage as they faced their fears and encouraged one another to take part.
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School Pupils Win Creative Mastermind Award
Pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School are celebrating a fantastic achievement after Year 5 and Year 6 children won the prestigious Creative Mastermind Award in the Market Makers project. The award recognises the team that produced the most imaginative, innovative, and original product.
What We Get Up To at School – By Ryder
Over the year, as a school we do lots of trips out to places like Newcastle castle and the Beach. Every term we have a school disco, sometimes we dress up! There's always a tuck shop and activities to do like decorating a biscuit, name the teddy. In the summer term we have a summer fair.
A Fantastic Trip to Newcastle Castle
We had a fantastic day at Newcastle Castle on Friday, with lots of exciting learning and fun for all year groups! Reception and KS1 explored the different parts of the castle, discovering how it was built to defend against enemies. They also learnt about the various jobs people had in the castle, including the very important role of a food taster—who checked meals to make sure no one was trying to poison the king! Meanwhile, KS2 delved into the history of the Normans, learning why the castle was built and how it was used. They explored the weapons used by knights and even had the chance to reenact a battle, bringing history to life in a truly memorable way.
Mental Health Awareness Week
To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week, our whole school took part in a very special live assembly with Joe Wicks—joining over 1 million children from across the country! The session included a fun (and challenging!) workout that got everyone moving and energised. Alongside the exercise, we also talked about the importance of staying active and how physical activity can help support our mental health and wellbeing.
Class 2 Get Growing in Science!
This week in Science, Class 2 have been busy planting their very own bean seeds and learning all about how plants grow. After carefully planting the seeds, the children watered them and placed their pots in a sunny spot in the classroom. We discussed why plants need water and sunlight to grow and how looking after them every day is important.
Class 3 Explore Living Things and Their Habitats
In Science this week, Class 3 have been learning about living things and their habitats and how the environment can affect wildlife. Today, we took our learning outside and went on a walk around our local area. The children carefully observed their surroundings, identifying positive features, such as green spaces and plants, as well as negative features that could impact wildlife, including litter and busy roads.