Top SATs Results at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School is celebrating excellent SATs results, with 80% of pupils achieving the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths combined, significantly above the national average. The school is proud of its pupils' hard work and success and is now welcoming applications from prospective families.
Families Come Together for Community Events at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School
Families, pupils and staff at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law came together for two successful community events, the Big Brew and Poppy Afternoon. With a fantastic turnout, generous donations, badge-making for Durham Markets and a range of creative crafts, both events celebrated the strong sense of community at the school and provided enjoyable opportunities for families to spend time together.
Fire Safety Lessons and Fire Engine Visit Excite Pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School
Pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law enjoyed an informative and engaging day as the whole school came together for a special assembly led by the Fire Brigade. During the assembly, children learned about the importance of fire safety and how to stay safe around fireworks. Pupils listened carefully throughout the presentation and impressed visitors with their thoughtful questions about keeping themselves, their families and their communities safe.
Blessed John Duckett Pupils Get Hands-On with New Interactive Screens at Tow Law Community Centre
Children from Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law enjoyed an exciting visit to Tow Law Community Centre on Tuesday, where they were invited to try out the centre's brand-new interactive screens ahead of their official launch. The pupils were delighted to be among the first to experience the new technology, exploring the screens' features through a range of interactive games and activities. From testing their skills to getting active and engaged, the children embraced every opportunity to have fun while discovering what the new equipment has to offer.
Class 4 Begins Building Model Bird Hides in Design and Technology
Pupils in Class 4 at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law have been putting their design and technology skills into practice as they begin work on creating their own model bird hides. The project has seen children carefully plan, measure and construct their designs, applying the knowledge gained through their research to develop shelters that are strong, practical and well-camouflaged.
Forest School Adventure for Classes 3 and 4 at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School
Pupils in Class 3 and Class 4 at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law enjoyed a fantastic afternoon as they returned to Forest School for another outdoor learning experience. The children embraced the opportunity to explore the natural environment and took part in a variety of activities designed to encourage teamwork, creativity and outdoor adventure.
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School Eco Ambassadors Celebrate Durham Youth Award Success
Pupils at Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School in Tow Law are celebrating after the school's Eco Ambassadors received recognition at the Durham Youth Awards. The awards, organised by Durham Youth Council, celebrate the achievements of inspiring young people and groups from across the county who have made a positive difference in their communities.
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.