St Bega's Launches Partnership with Alice House Hospice
Pupils at St Bega's Catholic Primary School were delighted to welcome a special visitor this week as Gil from Alice House Hospice came to introduce himself and share more about the hospice's important work in the local community. As part of the school's charitable and community-focused activities this year, St Bega's is proud to be supporting Alice House Hospice through a range of fundraising events and initiatives. The first of these will be a Coffee Afternoon taking place next Wednesday, where the school community will have the opportunity to come together and raise funds for this wonderful cause.
Year 1 Scientists Explore How Plants Grow
Pupils in Year 1 at St Bega's Catholic Primary School have been developing their scientific curiosity as they began a new topic exploring how plants start to grow. As part of their science learning, the children planted seeds and discussed what plants need in order to grow and thrive. They are now looking forward to observing the changes that take place over the coming weeks as their seeds begin to develop.
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St Bega's Families Invited to Take Part in Great British Beach Clean
Families at St Bega's Catholic Primary School are being encouraged to take part in the Great British Beach Clean over the weekend of 18th September 2026. As part of the national initiative, children will take home a bag and gloves to help them get involved in a local beach clean with their families. The event is a fantastic opportunity to spend time outdoors while helping to protect our coastline and local wildlife.
Early Years Pupils Enjoy a Fantastic Start
Children in Early Years at St Bega's Catholic Primary School have enjoyed a fantastic start to the new school year, settling into their new environment with enthusiasm and curiosity. Over the first few days, pupils have been busy exploring a range of exciting activities designed to support learning through play. One of the highlights has been the new veterinary role-play area, where children have been caring for poorly animals and using their imaginations to develop communication and social skills.
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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.
Early Years Celebrate a Colourful Festival of Learning
Early Years children at St Bega’s Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool enjoyed a fantastic Festival of Colours, filled with creativity, exploration and fun. The special celebration gave children the opportunity to discover and explore a rainbow of colours through a variety of engaging activities and learning experiences.
Transport Adventures Bring Learning to Life in EYFS
Children in Reception at St Bega’s Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool recently enjoyed an exciting transport-themed learning experience, using their creativity and problem-solving skills to design and make different modes of transport. The hands-on activity encouraged children to think carefully about how vehicles are built while developing their imagination, teamwork and design skills.
St Bega's Pupils Enjoy a Fun-Filled Drumba Session
On Friday 3rd July 2026, two important visitors came in and held sessions with multiple classes, sharing their drumming skills. All the classes learned different and unique drumming patterns on the drum pad. This is called 'Drumba'.
Year 1 Pupils Step Back in Time at Preston Park
Year 1 pupils from St Bega’s Catholic Primary School enjoyed an exciting educational visit to Preston Park, where they explored life in the past through hands-on experiences and historical discoveries. During the trip, the children took part in the Toys in the Past workshop, learning about the different toys children would have played with in previous generations. The session gave pupils the opportunity to compare toys from the past and present, helping to bring their classroom learning to life.
Early Years Sports Day Brings Smiles and Confidence
St Bega’s Catholic Primary School in Hartlepool enjoyed a joyful and memorable Early Years Sports Day, filled with fun, laughter and active learning. The children took part in a range of creative races inspired by favourite children’s rhymes and songs, adding an extra layer of excitement and imagination to the day.
Year 6 Explore Future Pathways at Careers Day
St Bega’s Primary School is celebrating a successful and inspiring Year 6 Careers Day, where pupils had the opportunity to explore a wide range of future pathways and ambitions. The event gave children valuable insight into different professions, as they met visiting speakers who shared their personal journeys and experiences. From the creative industries to public services and beyond, pupils were introduced to a variety of exciting possibilities for the future.
Year 3 Pupils Inspired During Exciting Careers Day
Year 3 pupils recently enjoyed a fantastic Careers Day, filled with inspiration, curiosity, and exciting discoveries about the world of work. Throughout the day, the children met a range of inspiring visitors, each sharing their experiences of different jobs and career journeys. The sessions gave pupils a valuable introduction to the many opportunities available to them in the future.