Standing Together in Remembrance: Holocaust Memorial Week
Last week, our academy community has come together to honour Holocaust Memorial Week, a time dedicated to remembering the millions of lives lost and reflecting on the importance of compassion, tolerance, and justice in today’s world.
Snow, Smiles and Skiing: St Michael’s Hit the Slopes!
Students from St Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham have just returned from an unforgettable ski trip to Serre Chevalier, France — and what a week it was! From the moment they clipped into their skis, our young skiers embraced every challenge with energy, courage and plenty of laughter.
Shining Stars: Celebrating Our Learning Passport Champions!
There is plenty to celebrate at St Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham as we recognise the incredible students who have successfully completed their Learning Passports! This achievement represents 12 full weeks of taking part in What Went Well Wednesday, where pupils share fantastic pieces of work from across all their subjects.
Tasting Tradition: RE Enrichment Brings Learning to Life
Today’s RE Enrichment session at St Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham took students on a delicious journey through culture, celebration and faith! Pupils explored the foods enjoyed during a variety of religious festivals, discovering the meaning behind each tradition. They sampled dates, commonly eaten to break the fast during Ramadan; apples dipped in honey, which symbolise hope for a sweet year ahead during Rosh Hashanah; and festive treats such as chakli, enjoyed as part of Diwali celebrations.
Sports Leaders in Action at St Michael’s, Billingham!
Today, a group of our enthusiastic students took part in Sports Leaders Training here at St Michael’s Catholic Academy, Billingham, delivered by Lisa and Rose from the Stockton School Sport Partnership.
From Billingham to Big Brands: Chloe’s Inspiring Career Journey After Leaving St Michael’s Catholic Academy
At St Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham, we love celebrating the achievements of our former students - and Chloe’s story is a brilliant example of where curiosity, hard work, and an open mind can lead. Chloe left St Michael’s in 2015 and began her next chapter at Bede College, choosing A-levels in Maths, Biology, Business Studies, and an AS in Chemistry. Like many students, she originally thought she knew the career path she wanted - nursing. But college opened new doors, and discovering Business Studies sparked a passion she had never expected.
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Year 9 Take On “I’m a Year 9… Get Me Out of Here!” at St. Michael’s
Year 9 at St. Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham enjoyed an action‑packed day of excitement, courage and plenty of laughter during our brilliant event, “I’m a Y9… Get Me Out of Here!” Inspired by challenge‑style adventure shows, the event brought together the entire year group for a mix of eating trials, fast‑paced competitions and surprise tasks that kept everyone on their toes. The atmosphere was buzzing from start to finish as students cheered each other on and faced each challenge with determination - and in some cases, hilarious reactions.
Year 8 CyberStars Shine in CyberFirst Girls Competition
St. Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham is celebrating an outstanding achievement from our talented Year 8 students — the incredible CyberStars of 8H! Over a ten‑day national challenge, four of our pupils - Amber M, Maggie S, Ellie H and Sophia L - came together as Team Star Techs to take on the prestigious CyberFirst Girls Competition, organised by GCHQ and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). This exciting and fast‑growing UK competition aims to encourage girls into the rapidly evolving world of cyber security - and our students rose brilliantly to the challenge.
Celebrating Creativity with Our ELSA Students
At St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, we love to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students and this week was no exception. As a special reward for their dedication during ELSA sessions, our students enjoyed a festive, hands-on activity that brought plenty of joy and creativity to the classroom.
Mighty Mussels Workshop: Students Dive into Seafood Education
St. Michael’s students enjoyed a hands-on Mighty Mussels workshop, learning about shellfish, sustainability, and safe cooking thanks to Fish Heroes. This hands-on session introduced students to the fascinating world of shellfish, sustainability, and healthy eating.
St. Michael’s Triumphs at BHCET Swimming Gala
St. Michael’s Catholic Academy wins the BHCET Swimming Gala 2025 in Hartlepool, showcasing talent, teamwork, and determination. The gala brought together five secondary schools from the Trust for an afternoon of competitive swimming, teamwork, and incredible sportsmanship. From the very first race, the atmosphere was electric - students cheered each other on, showing determination and resilience in every stroke.
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Rugby Training with English Martyrs: Building Skills and Team Spirit
St Michael’s and English Martyrs joined forces for a rugby training session and match, building skills and team spirit. Over 25 boys took part in the session, which was expertly delivered by our rugby coach, Colin. The training focused on core techniques, game strategies, and building resilience - essential qualities for success in rugby. After the drills, students put their learning into practice during a friendly match, showcasing determination and sportsmanship throughout.