Fantastic Day at Town Sports for Holy Family
Pupils from Holy Family School in Darlington enjoyed a fantastic day of sport, teamwork and celebration at this year’s Town Sports event. Children from across the school took part in a wide range of activities and competitions, representing Holy Family with pride and enthusiasm throughout the day. The event showcased not only their athletic ability, but also their strong sense of teamwork, resilience and sportsmanship.
Festival of Choirs
We are incredibly proud of our wonderful school choir, who delivered a fantastic performance at the Carmel Festival of Choirs. The children represented Holy Family beautifully, joining with other Trust schools for a special group performance. They also took to the stage on their own, treating the audience to a song from Encanto, which they performed with great confidence and enthusiasm.
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.
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.
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.
Year 1 Enjoy Outdoor Den Building Fun
Year 1 had a wonderful time learning outdoors this week as they took part in an exciting den building activity in the sunshine!
Supporting Local Families This Easter
At Holy Family Catholic Primary School, we are proud to support our local community, especially during important times of the year.
Year 5 Trip to Eden Camp!
Today, our Year 5 pupils are heading to Eden Camp Modern History Museum for an exciting day of immersive learning and exploration. Eden Camp, located in North Yorkshire, is a unique museum set within the buildings of an original Second World War prisoner‑of‑war camp. It brings history to life through interactive displays, recreated scenes, and real artefacts from the 20th century.
Football Fun at Holy Family
Well done to our fantastic Holy Family football team who took part in a brilliant sporting event this week, joining pupils from 18 other Darlington schools. Our children played with determination, enthusiasm and a wonderful sense of teamwork, representing our school with pride throughout the day.
Celebrating World Book Day at Holy Family!
World Book Day is always a highlight in our school calendar, and this year was no exception! Our theme for 2026 was “Future Me”—a wonderful opportunity for children to explore their dreams and imagine who they might become as adults.
Well Done to Our Fantastic Football Team!
We are so proud of our brilliant football team, who represented Holy Family beautifully at a recent football event alongside other local schools.
Our Media Correspondents Update!
We were delighted to welcome the Trust’s Media & Marketing Team into school as part of the Bishop Hogarth Media Correspondent initiative. It was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to learn more about the world of journalism, storytelling, and school communications.