Farewell Year 6: Good Luck for the Future
As Year 6 prepare to leave St John Vianney Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool, we would like to wish each and every one of them the very best as they begin the next exciting chapter of their journey at secondary school. Over the years, our pupils have grown in confidence, developed new skills, built lasting friendships and created many wonderful memories.
Headteachers Newsletter 3.2 - 17th July 2026
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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.
Year 2 Get Creative During Pottery Workshop
Year 2 pupils at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool recently enjoyed a fantastic hands-on pottery workshop, where they learned all about the art of pottery and even created their very own clay bowls. The session gave children the opportunity to explore a new creative skill while developing their confidence, imagination and fine motor abilities.
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Fire Safety Visit from Cleveland Fire Brigade
Today, we were delighted to welcome Antonia from Cleveland Fire Brigade to St John Vianney for an informative and engaging fire safety session. During the visit, Antonia spoke to our pupils about the importance of fire safety, sharing practical advice on how to stay safe at home, in school, and within the community. She also discussed the serious consequences of anti-social behaviour that can result in fires being deliberately started, helping children to understand the impact these incidents can have on individuals, families, emergency services, and the wider community.
Bringing History to Life at Beamish Museum
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School is celebrating a wonderful day of learning, as Year 1 pupils enjoyed an exciting visit to Beamish Museum. The trip provided a fantastic opportunity for children to experience history first-hand, helping bring learning about the past to life in a fun and memorable way.
Year 4 Pupils Explore Hadrian’s Wall and Cragside
Year 4 pupils at St John Vianney in Hartlepool enjoyed an exciting and educational trip, exploring key historical sites including Hadrian’s Wall and Cragside. The visit gave pupils the opportunity to bring their classroom learning to life, experiencing history first-hand while developing their knowledge in a real-world setting.
Creativity and Computing: A Fantastic Two Days for Year 2
Our Year 2 pupils at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School have enjoyed a brilliant and varied couple of days, packed with hands‑on creativity and digital learning.
Exploring Durham: A Day of Discovery for Year 6
Our Year 6 pupils had an exciting and enriching day exploring Durham, taking part in a range of activities that brought learning to life.
Year 4 Get Gardening!
Our Year 4 pupils have been busy in the garden this afternoon, getting hands-on and making the most of the outdoors. From planting beautiful flowers to rolling up their sleeves and getting a little muddy along the way, the children worked incredibly hard to create something special. Their enthusiasm and teamwork really shone through, and they should be very proud of their efforts.
Year 5 Adventure at Pybus
Our Year 5 children have arrived safely at Pybus and are already making the most of their exciting residential experience! They enjoyed lunch in the sunshine and have been gathering their energy ahead of setting up their tents—adventure truly awaits! Although the weather later took a turn, it hasn’t dampened spirits one bit. With the rain setting in, Year 5 brought the cooking indoors, where our budding chefs took turns in the kitchen, creating delicious treats and making wonderful memories together.
Year 4 Explore Outdoor Skills with The West View Project
Earlier this week, our Year 4 pupils enjoyed a fantastic session with the West View Project, taking part in a hands-on outdoor learning experience. During the session, the children developed valuable outdoor living skills, including building tents and preparing their own leek and potato soup. These practical activities encouraged teamwork, problem-solving and confidence as pupils worked together to complete each task.