--- title: "Latest News" url: "https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news" school: "St Michael’s Catholic Academy" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** (01642) 870003 **Email:** enquiries@stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk # Latest News ![Image of St Michael's Catholic Academy Runners Shine at Stockton Schools Cross Country Championships](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/897487323_2311903439379410_1500018914359201952_n.png.jpeg) 9 November 2026 ### [St Michael's Catholic Academy Runners Shine at Stockton Schools Cross Country Championships](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-09-st-michael-s-catholic-academy-runners-shine-at-stockton-schools-cross-country-championshi) Students from St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham demonstrated determination, resilience and outstanding sportsmanship as they competed in the Stockton Schools Cross Country Championships. A team of 19 runners proudly represented the academy at the event, taking on some of the strongest young athletes from across the area in four highly competitive races. ![Image of House Heroes Recognised for Living Out School Values at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/861100232_1998374984161367_5064234724173024590_n.png.jpeg) 26 October 2026 ### [House Heroes Recognised for Living Out School Values at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-26-house-heroes-recognised-for-living-out-school-values-at-st-michael-s-catholic-academy) Students at St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham are celebrating after being named House Heroes of the Half Term in recognition of their outstanding contribution to school life. The awards celebrate pupils who consistently demonstrate the academy's values and virtues, while setting a positive example for others through their behaviour, attitude and commitment to the school community. ![Image of Faith in Action Pupils Represent St Michael's at Recommissioning Mass](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/835304390_1802618814403412_1356315539366129133_n.png.jpeg) 12 October 2026 ### [Faith in Action Pupils Represent St Michael's at Recommissioning Mass](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-12-faith-in-action-pupils-represent-st-michael-s-at-recommissioning-mass) Students from St Michael's Catholic Academy proudly represented their school at the Chaplaincy Recommissioning Mass held at St Andrew's Parish Church in Newcastle. The event provided pupils with a meaningful opportunity to put their faith into action while serving the wider Catholic community. ![Image of Year 7 Students Explore Faith and Reflection During Beach Retreat](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/839050622_1471807804868832_2256156789460778086_n.png.jpeg) 12 October 2026 ### [Year 7 Students Explore Faith and Reflection During Beach Retreat](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-12-year-7-students-explore-faith-and-reflection-during-beach-retreat) Students at St Michael's Catholic Academy recently enjoyed a special Year 7 Catholic retreat at the beach, centred around the theme "On the Rock." Inspired by the teachings of Jesus and the importance of building life on strong foundations, the retreat provided pupils with an opportunity to deepen their faith while spending time together in a beautiful natural setting. ![Image of Year 7 and Year 8 Football Teams Begin Season with Impressive Victories](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/836280100_1601225748410214_6960717229828914995_n.png.jpeg) 8 October 2026 ### [Year 7 and Year 8 Football Teams Begin Season with Impressive Victories](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-08-year-7-and-year-8-football-teams-begin-season-with-impressive-victories) St Michael's Catholic Academy is celebrating a successful start to the football season after both the Year 7 and Year 8 teams secured impressive victories against Thornaby Academy. The performances showcased the talent, teamwork and determination of the players as they began the new season in style. ![Image of St Michael's Students Develop Leadership Skills at Sports Leaders Training Event](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/830420646_1436057191790022_8832519962680097553_n.png.jpeg) 5 October 2026 ### [St Michael's Students Develop Leadership Skills at Sports Leaders Training Event](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-05-st-michael-s-students-develop-leadership-skills-at-sports-leaders-training-event) Twelve students from Years 8 and 9 at St Michael's Catholic Academy recently attended a Sports Leaders Training event at Queen's Campus in Stockton, where they developed valuable leadership skills and gained practical experience working with younger pupils. ![Image of Year 10 Students Rise to the Speak Out Challenge at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/830253107_4561873140735431_187520755786027408_n.png.jpeg) 5 October 2026 ### [Year 10 Students Rise to the Speak Out Challenge at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-05-year-10-students-rise-to-the-speak-out-challenge-at-st-michael-s-catholic-academy) Year 10 students at St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham recently demonstrated confidence and courage as they took part in the Speak Out Challenge. The programme focused on developing students' oracy skills, helping them become more effective and confident communicators. ![Image of Year 11 Mathematicians Achieve Outstanding Success in National Competition at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/826111647_1136053775659794_2967887648277904376_n.png.jpeg) 1 October 2026 ### [Year 11 Mathematicians Achieve Outstanding Success in National Competition at St Michael's Catholic Academy](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-01-year-11-mathematicians-achieve-outstanding-success-in-national-competition-at-st-michael-) Students at St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham are celebrating impressive success in the Year 11 Mathematical Competition for Girls, with several pupils earning awards for their outstanding performances. The competition provided an excellent opportunity for students to challenge themselves, develop their mathematical thinking and showcase their problem-solving skills. ![Image of St Michael's Catholic Academy Celebrates Record Attendance at What Went Well Wednesday](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/818761184_1475389204638616_1711210823733285583_n.png.jpeg) 22 September 2026 ### [St Michael's Catholic Academy Celebrates Record Attendance at What Went Well Wednesday](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-22-st-michael-s-catholic-academy-celebrates-record-attendance-at-what-went-well-wednesday) There was an incredible atmosphere at St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham as pupils came together for another successful What Went Well Wednesday event. The response from the school community was so positive that additional space had to be opened to accommodate everyone who attended. ![Image of Year 8 Students Explore Careers in the Net Zero Sector](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/797336853_2191839074877395_2774411360747782187_n.png.jpeg) 22 September 2026 ### [Year 8 Students Explore Careers in the Net Zero Sector](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-22-year-8-students-explore-careers-in-the-net-zero-sector) Students at St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham gained a valuable insight into the future of sustainable energy and transport thanks to a visit from Northern Gas Networks. The session provided Year 8 students with the opportunity to learn about the growing Net Zero sector and the exciting careers and technologies that are helping to shape a greener future. ![Image of Celebrating Great North Run Success](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/797041156_28477793775180781_652198177776749397_n.png.jpeg) 15 September 2026 ### [Celebrating Great North Run Success](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-15-celebrating-great-north-run-success) St Michael's Catholic Academy in Billingham is celebrating the achievements of pupils and staff members who recently took part in the Great North Run. Their determination, commitment and willingness to take on the challenge have made the entire school community proud. ![Image of How Bob Mortimer helped Olli beat cancer and pass his GCSEs](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/21377384.jpg) 1 September 2026 ### [How Bob Mortimer helped Olli beat cancer and pass his GCSEs](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-01-how-bob-mortimer-helped-olli-beat-cancer-and-pass-his-gcses-1) ​​​​​​​A North East teenager has used the power of laughter to help him pass his toughest test. A big smile appears on Olli's face when he’s asked how he got through a year-long fight against leukaemia that ended with him passing his GCSEs. ![St Michael’s Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Michael’s Catholic Academy Beamish Road Billingham Stockton-On-Tees TS23 3DX (01642) 870003 - [Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/bhcet.org.uk) - [BHCET Trust Website](https://bhcet.org.uk/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelscatholicacademybillingham/) - [X](https://twitter.com/StMBillingham) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stmichaelscatholicacademy/) ### Translation © Copyright 2025–2026 St Michael’s Catholic Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)