It has been a vibrant and rewarding term at St Cuthbert’s Catholic High School. It began with a hugely successful open evening, where students and staff welcomed families and showcased the best of its community.

 

Everyone was delighted to welcome Year 7 parents and carers to its Welcome Masses. Together, the school and its families celebrated Mass in honour of St. Carlo Acutis.

 

The chaplaincy provision has been more vibrant than ever with its equality and diversity group, chaplaincy leaders group and youth SVP group meeting each week. Students have been busy planning for Advent, the community Christmas party, and the launch of a new chapel. The chaplaincy groups have got big ambitions for 2026.

 

The school sports teams have continued to shine, with both girls’ and boys’ football and rugby competing at regional and national level. St Cuthbert’s also broadened its curriculum this term with new courses in construction, childcare and business studies as well as launching its new catch-up provision. This gives students a dedicated space to study before and after school.

 

St Cuthbert’s extra-curricular programme continues to grow, now offering more than 17 clubs from crochet to philosophy, Makers Club to Duke of Edinburgh. Fundraising for Anti-Bullying Week and Mental Health Awareness Day highlighted the school’s commitment to compassion and community.

 

Students enjoyed a rich mix of experiences, including the Year 7 PGL residential, the Year 9 visit to Hope University and the Barcelona trip for Years 10 and 11. Year 7 also took part in a community day featuring practical workshops from Jaguar Land Rover.

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A standout moment this term was its first ever student election, where pupils chose the St Cuthbert’s Prime Minister and Cabinet. Students also celebrated success during the award evening.

 

St Cuthbert’s Catholic High School encourages all its students to “live life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). It offers thanks to its students, families and staff for another inspiring term.