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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School


On Wednesday 28th January, the children in Year 5 and 6 will be attending Mass in church at 10am.  All families and friends are welcome to attend. 

We would like to thank all of the families, friends and people in our local parish community who attended The Mini Vinnie Brew Day event. The children were excited to share their plans with everyone and we truly appreciate your presence and support.

 

 

 

St Godric's Catholic Primary School


Year 4 enjoyed their visit to Segedunum.

Next Friday, year 5 are at New College Durham to take part in a basketball festival.



 

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School



This week, our children preparing for their First Holy Communion enjoyed their first after-school club, led by John Hayton. We would like to thank John for his dedication and willingness to support our children – they absolutely loved their first session.

Mr Hunt warmly invites parishioners to join us for our Family Friday Celebration of the Word on Friday 30th January at 2:45pm.

Finally, our lunchtime clubs continue to be a huge success. Children are choosing to spend their free time enjoying activities such as chess and debate, and the enthusiasm has been wonderful to see.

 


 

 

 

 

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School


On Wednesday 21st  January, the children in Year 3 and 4 will be attending Mass in church at 10am.  All families and friends are welcome to attend. 

Also on Wednesday 21st January at 2.30pm in the school hall, the Mini Vinnies would like to invite friends and families to their 'Brew Day' event. 


The Mini Vinnies are excited to share the plans they have been working on to help and support the local community and explain what the role of being a Mini Vinnie means to them. We really hope you can come along for a brew and a biscuit.


Congratulations and well done!  St. Joseph’s is listed in the Ofsted Top Ten Primary Schools in County Durham

The latest Department for Education (DfE) data has revealed the top 10 primary schools in County Durham, based on the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics.


The results reflect academic performance in the 2024–2025 school year, released as Ofsted continues to roll out major reforms to the school inspection framework.

 

 

 

St Godric's Catholic Primary School


A warm welcome to Year 4 children at 9am St. Godric's Mass this Sunday for another First Holy communion and blessing preparation Mass. We were delighted to have a number of parents join with the Parish for Wednesday's Eucharistic Service.


 Y4 will be joining the Parish next Wednesday at 9AM in St. Bede's Room. Parents/carers of Year 4 are very welcome to attend. 


 A busy week for year 4 as on Friday they are looking forward to visiting Segedunum and taking part in some workshops.

 


 

 



St Leonard's Catholic Secondary School





 

 

 

 

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School


We are so happy to  welcome back staff, children, families and friends to our school and as we begin a New Year it brings us new opportunities to learn and grow.

On Wednesday 14thJanuary the children in Year 5 and 6 will be attending Mass in church at 10am.  All families and friends are welcome to attend

 

 

 

St Godric's Catholic Primary School


As we begin this new year, I would like to wish all our parish families a happy and healthy New Year. At St. Godric’s, we look ahead with optimism, continuing to support our children to grow in confidence, kindness and faith, guided by our shared values.

A reminder that if you wish to apply for a place at St. Godric’s School starting in September, the closing date is 15th January. Applications can be made via the Durham Council website:  https://www.durham.gov.uk/OnlineServices




 
About Us 

The parish of the Durham Martyrs incorporates the Catholic churches of Our Lady of Mercy and St Godric, St Bede and St Joseph (Gilesgate) in Durham City. We are part of the Finchale Partnership and based within the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.

Addressess

St. Bede,

St Godric's RC Primary School,

Carrhouse Drive,

Durham

DH1 5LZ 

Our Lady of Mercy

and St Godric

Castle Chare
Durham
DH1 4RA

St Joseph

Mill Lane
Durham
DH1 2JG

Contact 

Marjorie, the Parish Secretary's working hours are 8:30am -4:00pm Tues - Fri. If you email outside these hours you will receive a response when Marjorie is back in the office. 

07483 369 561

​durham.martyrs@diocesehn.org.uk

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