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‘Happy and confident’ learners at ‘Outstanding’ primary school in South Shields
A primary school in South Shields has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (CSI) for its “strong Catholic, holistic approach” and “joyful” setting.
North East CTEC ‘will boost our young people’s chances’ and plug skills gap
A North-east Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) is proud to be a partner and beneficiary of the region’s newly announced Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTECs).
Come and learn at a school with above-average GCSE results!
September is the month of new beginnings in education – the start of a new academic year complete with shiny new uniform and pencil case. For those about to embark on their next big step, whether applying for secondary school for 2026 or enrolling at college, it is an extra exciting and nerve-wracking time for pupils and their families.
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St Aidan’s Students Exceptional GCSE Results, Exceeding National Averages
St Aidan's is delighted to announce the outstanding GCSE results achieved by its pupils this year. These accomplishments are a testament to the pupils' diligent application and the dedicated support provided by the school's highly qualified staff, reflecting a steadfast commitment to educational excellence.
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GCSE Success at St Wilfrid’s RC College
Pupils and staff at St Wilfrid’s RC College, part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are celebrating another year of strong GCSE results. An impressive 75% of all grades were at Grade 4 or above, with a significant increase in the number of students achieving strong passes in both English and maths. Notably, the proportion of students securing Grade 5 or higher in maths rose by 10% compared to last year.
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Sunderland Girls School Celebrates fantastic GCSE results
Almost 70% of students have achieved 5 GCSEs or more at grades 9-4. 26% of all grades achieved were at level 7-9 or equivalent. Nearly two thirds of grades achieved were a strong pass or above, a fantastic achievement. St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, is celebrating after a fantastic set of GCSE examination results which are well above the national average.
Excited GCSE students celebrate their results in Hebburn
Delighted Year 11 students collect their GCSE results at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Hebburn, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. A fifth of the grades achieved across the school were at grade 7 or above and half of the grades were at grade 5 or above, allowing students to progress onto their next stages of education or employment.
Wonderful atmosphere as GCSE students celebrate success in Peterlee
A Peterlee secondary school impacted by RAAC for over a year is celebrating its students’ GCSE exam results as the Class of 2025 were rewarded for their hard work and resilience. Students at St. Bede’s Catholic School & Byron Sixth Form, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are celebrating their GCSE achievements despite a challenging two years that included relocation and travelling 17 miles each day to attend lessons.
New nursery in Hebburn named by the children to honour fisherman roots
A new Nursery at St James’ Catholic Primary School in Hebburn has a new name thanks to four proud pupils. To name the new Early Years provision, which opens in September, the school held a competition for pupils to think of a name.
A level students celebrate outstanding achievements
St Aidan’s and St Anthony’s Catholic Sixth Form is proud to announce that our students have once again achieved exceptional results across the board with 17% of pupils achieving A*-A and 44% achieving A*-B. We are delighted to reveal that 25% of all qualifications were at the top grades of A*- A / Distinction* - Distinction.
A Level Results at St Wilfrid’s RC College
St Wilfrid’s RC College, in Temple Park Road, South Shields is celebrating it’s Sixth Form students today as results have improved in all areas, with over half of all A Level grades awarded are at a grade B or above with the majority of those studying on vocational courses also achieving distinctions.
Proud A level students celebrate the results of their hard work
A Peterlee sixth form college is celebrating its students’ “hard work and determination” to achieving fantastic A level results.