--- title: "News: Collaboration with Trust Schools" url: "https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/collaboration-with-trust-schools" 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 # News: Collaboration with Trust Schools ![Image of St. Michael’s Triumphs at BHCET Swimming Gala](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/598474655_18053674640661244_636738891764638353_n.jpg) 10 December 2025 ### [St. Michael’s Triumphs at BHCET Swimming Gala](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-12-10-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. ![Image of Rugby Training with English Martyrs: Building Skills and Team Spirit](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/595164959_1548896356185131_7483694566697721221_n(1).jpg) 9 December 2025 ### [Rugby Training with English Martyrs: Building Skills and Team Spirit](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-12-09-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. ![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/)