Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School

04/09/2026

We are very pleased and proud to announce that our Eco Ambassadors have won an award at the Durham Youth Awards run by the Durham Youth Council.

During the holidays we were invited to a very special afternoon to celebrate achievements of some incredible young people in our region. We were extremely honoured to be with them and to win an award in the group category for all the hard work the Eco Ambassadors have achieved over their two year project.

We are so proud of our children and all the hard work they did, alongside Tow Law Millennium pupils, to help raise awareness of environmental issues. This award is testament to how important this work is.

We would like to thank Building Self Belief for organising this project and for all the amazing opportunities it has offered our children.

04/09/2026

Class 1 have had a super first week back. We have welcomed new friends and settled in beautifully. It was lovely to see all the children again and to hear all about the exciting things they did over the holiday. Here are some photos of what we have been getting up to this week.

04/09/2026

✨ Continue your journey within our Trust! ✨

As you begin thinking about the next step in your child's education, why not attend the Open Event at St John's, one of our fantastic secondary schools, on Tuesday 29 September from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, and discover everything it has to offer?

In the meantime, take a look at their brand-new promotional video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ff3-9yMsgeg

04/09/2026

PE days for this half term:

Monday - Nursery & Reception
Wednesday - Year 1 & 2
Friday AM - Swimming - Year 3, 4, 5 & 6

Friday PM - Forest School - Year 3, 4, 5 & 6

Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 parents should have received an email about swimming and Forest School.

All children should bring their PE kit into school in a named bag for them to get changed into in school. PE kits will remain in school for the half term and be sent home at the end of each half term to be washed. All items should be clearly named.

Children must be able to remove their own earrings for PE and swimming lessons. If your child is unable to do this independently, earrings must be removed at home before they come to school on their PE or swimming day.

04/09/2026

At Blessed John Duckett, we’re proud to be at the heart of our Tow Law community ❤️

Working together, we build strong connections, support one another and make a positive difference every day 🤩🌳 Tree planting was something our pupils loved doing to give back to Tow Law! Come and be part of something special - get in touch today to find out about joining our school!

🤩 Read more here: https://blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-16-year-3-4-and-5-get-stuck-in-with-tree-planting

Policies Admissions Policy 2026-27 Admissions Policy 2027-28 Admissions to Reception (Normal Admission Round)   If your child is starting school for the first time, applications for places are made by completing an electronic application form, which is available from Durham County Council. Detail...

01/09/2026

🎉 Applications are now OPEN!
Start your little one's journey with us today 📚✨
❤️ Find out how to apply to our wonderful school here: https://blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk/information/admissions-policy

31/08/2026

We look forward to welcoming back all of our pupils on Wednesday 2nd September. Please remember our new start time is 8.45am. Gates open from 8.40am.

31/08/2026

🎉 Tomorrow's the day!
Reception applications open in just 1 day ❤️ Save the link for tomorrow: https://blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk/information/admissions-policy

30/08/2026

⏰ The countdown is on!
Only 2 days until you can start your little one's school journey with us 📚
Learn more about applying to BJD here: https://blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk/information/admissions-policy

29/08/2026

📚 Big futures start with small steps... and we're almost there!
Just 3 days until Reception applications open ✨
❤️ Find more here: https://blessedjohnduckett.bhcet.org.uk/information/admissions-policy