CEO of Diocesan Learning Trust awarded OBE in Honours List
First published on: 2nd January 2026Paul Rickeard, CEO at the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, has been recognised in the 2026 New Years Honours list with an OBE.
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Whitburn students bring Christmas joy to disadvantaged teenagers
First published on: 19th December 2025Students from Whitburn Church of England Academy have been spreading Christmas joy through a chaplaincy-led campaign to support disadvantaged teenagers in South Tyneside.
Staindrop CE Primary School appointed as Growing Faith Foundation Learning Hub
First published on: 18th December 2025Staindrop Church of England Primary School has been appointed as a Growing Faith Foundation (GFF) Learning Hub, becoming one of only 14 new hubs nationally to be launched by the Church of England in January 2026.
Paper prayers take flight in Pelton
First published on: 6th November 2025Holy Trinity Church, Pelton, has unveiled a striking new art installation of origami doves - each one carrying a handwritten prayer from local schoolchildren, congregation members and visitors.
Sing and Shout! There’s a new children’s choir in town
First published on: 17th September 2025A new choir has been launched at St Cuthbert’s Church in Darlington to provide exciting opportunities for children.
New facilities for pupils following schools merger
First published on: 16th September 2025School children in Durham Diocese are enjoying their new surroundings following the merger of two schools.
Youth Assembly at St Michael and All Angels welcomes MP Bridget Phillipson
First published on: 22nd July 2025Young people from across the North East took part in a Youth Assembly hosted at St Michael and All Angels Church, Houghton-le-Spring, on the anniversary of the 2024 General Election.
Students Embark on Pilgrimage to Holy Island
First published on: 21st July 2025Students from three Church of England secondary schools across Durham Diocese recently took part in a special day of pilgrimage, walking barefoot along the ancient Pilgrim’s Way to Holy Island.
Baptism at St John’s School: A Celebration of Faith and Community
First published on: 10th July 2025As part of the Flourish Partnership between St John’s Church and St John’s CE Primary School in Shildon, a joyful baptism recently took place within the school—an inspiring moment that reflects the strength of the growing relationship between church, school, and families.
A day of prayer and reflection on fulfilling pilgrimage
First published on: 26th June 2025School children have led an impressive pilgrimage from Finchale Priory to Durham Cathedral.
