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Welcome to Holy Family Catholic Primary School and Nursery

At Holy Family Catholic Primary School in Darlington, your child will be welcomed into a warm, nurturing community that places every pupil at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about giving children the very best start to their education, offering personalised support that helps every individual shine.

We are proud to offer a dedicated nursery for children aged 3 and above, giving our youngest learners a joyful and supportive introduction to school life. Our newly designed, light‑filled EYFS room provides an inspiring environment where children—whether in Nursery or Reception—grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence from their very first days with us.

Holy Family has a strong academic record, with 84% of our pupils meeting the Expected Standard in Maths in 2024, and we combine this achievement with a caring, inclusive approach that supports each child’s well‑being and personal development.

Join our community and discover a school where children feel happy, supported, and inspired to achieve great things.

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Pupils at Holy Family holding large bags of compost in preparation for Gardening Day
16 May 2026

Gardening Day at Holy Family

Everyone at Holy Family had a fantastic time taking part in our whole-school Gardening Day yesterday!  It was wonderful to see every class getting involved and working together to make our outdoor spaces even more beautiful. Throughout the day, pupils rolled up their sleeves to weed beds, plant new flowers, and water the gardens, helping to brighten up our already wonderful surroundings. Their enthusiasm and teamwork truly brought the school grounds to life.

Holy Family, Year 6 pupils, celebrating after completing their SATs
15 May 2026

Well Done, Year 6!

A huge well done to all of our Year 6 children for completing their SATs this week! 📝⏳ Throughout the week, they have shown fantastic resilience and determination, approaching each challenge with positivity and focus. We are incredibly proud of the effort they have put in and the way they have supported one another every step of the way. Their hard work and encouragement towards each other has truly been wonderful to see. 

Year 5, Holy Family pupils with their constructed buildings from the STEM event
8 May 2026

STEM Fun at Holy Family: Inspiring Our Future Engineers

This week, our Year 5 pupils at Holy Family had an exciting opportunity to take part in a hands-on STEM event—and what a fantastic experience it was! Throughout the day, the children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities designed around Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). From creative problem-solving challenges to practical experiments, every activity encouraged curiosity, teamwork and innovation.

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