Community Christmas Fayre

A huge THANK YOU to all involved in making today's Community Christmas Fayre such a huge success. There was an amazing turn out and all our Parish groups and guest Community Stalls did a fantastic job.

We welcomed the following community guest stalls:

Cheesy Waffles Project

Durham Foodbank

Gilesgate Wellbeing Project

Laurel Avenue Community Centre

RT Minds

St Margaret's Centre

and we were well represented by our parish schools who all ran stalls. 

The children were very entertained whilst they waited to see Santa by magic tricks and balloon animals from Martin Duffy 

You can view photos below:

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28th November News from our Parish Schools

Parish School pages on our website

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

https://stjosephsgilesgate.bwcet.com/

On Tuesday 2^nd December EYFS will be going on a trip to Hardwick Park to step into story time with Stickman. The day will involve storytelling, craft activities, interactive park trails, sensory experiences, and free time to explore the play equipment.

On Wednesday 3^rd December the children in Year 5 and 6 will be attending Mass in church at 10am.  All families and friends are welcome to attend. 

On Friday 5^th December we would like to welcome everyone to our Christmas Fayre in the school hall at 2pm. Join us for festive fun, seasonal treats and a sprinkle of Christmas magic. All are welcome.

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St Godric's Catholic Primary School

https://stgodricsdurham.bwcet.com/

If you have a child who will turn 3 before January 1^st 2026, come along to our open morning on Wednesday 3^rd December at 10am in the school hall.  This will include a chance to visit Early Years and tour the school. Spread the word!

We start the season of Advent next week, marking the beginning of the liturgical year.  Across the next four weeks, we will focus on preparing for the celebration of Jesus’ birth through the themes of hope, peace, joy and love.   

We would like to welcome you in school during this time to join us with some of the celebrations:

Nativity performance  - either 2pm on Wed 10^th Dec or 9am on Thursday 11^th Dec. 

Christmas songs/carols led by Y3/4 – 9.15am Wednesday 17^th  Dec 

Christmas songs/carols led by Y5/6 – 9.15am Thursday 18^th Dec 

We simply ask that if you would like to attend any of the above events, you give school a call on 01913847452 so we can ensure we have enough seats. 

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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

https://stthomasmorebelmont.bwcet.com/

At St. Thomas More, we look forward to joyful anticipation and hopeful waiting as we enter the season of Advent. As a school, we have lots of cheerful preparations planned as we await Christmas. 

Our Year 4 pupils will also be receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation, in school, on Wednesday 3^rd December as the first part of their Holy Communion journey. We look forward to welcoming Father Colm into school, to share this important part of the Sacrament with us.

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St Leonard's Catholic Secondary School

https://stleonardsdurham.bwcet.com/

A celebration of joy, jingles and harmony

This year our music ensembles will be performing on Tuesday 16th December at St. Joseph's Church in Gilesgate. 

Tickets will be free but are limited. If you would like to book tickets, please click on the link below. Performers will not require a ticket.

Https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-leonards-presents-sounds-of-christmas-tickets-1967528033312?aff=oddtdtcreator

21st November News from our Parish Schools

Parish School pages on our website

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

https://stjosephsgilesgate.bwcet.com/

On Monday 24^th November, the Year 4 pupils from our Small Schools Cluster will attend a residential retreat at the Emmaus Youth Village. This is joyful, reflective and community building experience for children. It is a 3-day retreat with lots of exciting activities such as creative workshops, woodland walks and a fantastic Escape Room Challenge.  

The children will return on Wednesday 26^th November.

On Friday 28^th November  it will be a Non-uniform day and we will be grateful for any donations of cuddly toys for our upcoming Christmas Fayre

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St Godric's Catholic Primary School

https://stgodricsdurham.bwcet.com/

Sunday 30 November - We welcome our First Holy Communion children for Mass at St Godric's Church at 9am.

Monday 1 December - The First Holy Communion Catechist session We seek forgiveness will be in school on Monday 1 December at 3.15pm.

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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

https://stthomasmorebelmont.bwcet.com/

At St. Thomas More, our year 4 children are looking forward to a 2-night stay residential at Emmaus Village next week.  Hosted by The Youth Ministry team, they will provide a warm, uplifting, and memorable experience for our year 4 pupils - helping them to explore and deepen their spirituality within a joyful Catholic environment. Through creative activities, reflective prayer, and engaging group sessions, the children will have the opportunity to nurture a sense of belonging and recognise God’s presence in their everyday lives. We have no doubt, that this exciting opportunity will help our children grow in confidence, compassion, and faith. 

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St Leonard's Catholic Secondary School

https://stleonardsdurham.bwcet.com/

A celebration of joy, jingles and harmony

This year our music ensembles will be performing on Tuesday 16th December at St. Joseph's Church in Gilesgate. 

Tickets will be free but are limited. If you would like to book tickets, please click on the link below. Performers will not require a ticket.

Https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-leonards-presents-sounds-of-christmas-tickets-1967528033312?aff=oddtdtcreator