Year 5 Explore Local History and Coastal Defences on Headland Visit
Year 5 enjoyed a fantastic day of learning during their walk to Hartlepool Headland, putting their geography and observation skills into practice along the way. As they travelled through West View, the children explored the local area, studying the dates on houses to discover when different parts of the estate were built. Once they arrived at the Headland, they investigated how humans have shaped the coastline by constructing sea defences to protect the area from the power of the sea.
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Learning Beyond the Classroom in Newcastle
Year 6 pupils from St John Vianney Catholic Primary School enjoyed an exciting educational visit to Newcastle on Friday, travelling by both bus and train as part of their adventure. During the visit, the children explored some of the city's most famous landmarks and learning opportunities. They admired the impressive architecture of the cathedral and were privileged to take part in Mass, helping to deepen their understanding of faith and worship.
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.