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On 2 April, we welcomed Nick, a chef from Cooking for Life, into school to lead a Year 7 session on healthy eating. He shared his extensive knowledge of world cuisines and demonstrated how to prepare a Mexican-inspired dish, with the help of three enthusiastic student volunteers. The dish included a variety of vegetables and seeds, alongside beef as a source of protein and rice as a source of carbohydrates, with optional spice levels to suit different tastes. A total of 25 st

During Half Term 4, from February half term through to Easter, our Year 8 students took part in an exciting attendance competition designed to promote one of the most important factors in student success: being in school, every day. At Sacred Heart, we set a clear attendance target of 96% for all students. This reflects national expectations and is based on strong evidence that high attendance leads to better academic outcomes, improved wellbeing, and stronger relationships w

This Spring term KS3 students were challenged to read around their subjects and to collect stamps for their Reading Passports.  Students earned a stamp in their passport and a merit for every book read from our subject reading lists.  The Passports help to encourage students to read books that they might not usually choose and that link to the curriculum.  In completing six stamps they receive an invitation to afternoon tea. 225 books were read for the promotion, with student

Throughout Lent, we are launching our Hearts Together: Kindness in Action Project as a practical way of living out the Goal of Community. The Goal of Community calls us to build relationships rooted in compassion, encouragement and shared responsibility. It challenges us to recognise that we belong to one another — and that small, everyday actions shape the culture of our school. This half-term, our mission is simple: notice kindness, name it, and celebrate it. Each member of

Our annual school trip to Rome once again proved to be an unforgettable highlight of the school year, giving 45 of our Year 10 students an incredible opportunity to explore the religious, historical, and cultural treasures of one of the world’s most remarkable cities. A Special Audience with Pope Leo at Vatican City: One of the most cherished moments of the visit was our audience with Pope Leo in Vatican City. Students joined pilgrims from around the world in St. Peter’s Squa

It all began at 5am on 31st January, when 38 bleary‑eyed Year 9s somehow managed to gather at Newcastle Airport, most awake only thanks to last‑minute snacks and the promise of snow. A couple of hours later we touched down in Geneva, and after a scenic three‑hour coach ride (featuring equal parts excitement and napping), we reached the sunny French Alps and our new snowy playground: Les Menuires.   From the moment skis were clipped on, the students were pushed right out of th

The Newcastle Youth Council gives young people a real voice in how the city is run. Its key purposes include: Representing young people Experiencing democracy Campaigning on issues that matter Representing Newcastle nationally Building skills To be stand for election you must live, work, or study in Newcastle, or be looked after by Newcastle City Council; be aged 11–17 on election day; and care about issues affecting young people. The elected members serve a two-year term.  T

This year, some of our Year 12 students entered the National Gallery’s prestigious Articulation Prize, a competition for sixth form students aimed to develop critical thinking and presentation skills by discussing art. Students are invited to each deliver a 10-minute presentation to an audience about a work of art, architecture or an artefact of their choice. Adjudicators then assess each presentation looking at content, structure, delivery and the speaker’s original approach

On Thursday 5th March, our Year 7 and Year 8 students took part in an inspiring dance workshop, led by a professional practitioner from Dance City’s Centre for Advanced Training in Newcastle. This nationally recognised programme supports and develops young dancers through high-quality, pre-professional training, giving students a valuable insight into pathways within the dance industry. During the session, students were introduced to contemporary dance technique, exploring fl

Over the academic year, the Year 12 Study Ambassadors have delivered a series of assemblies to every year group across the school. In assemblies with Key Stage 4, the focus was clear and purposeful: practical study and revision advice based on real experience. The Year 12 students spoke candidly about what they wish they had understood earlier; from effective revision techniques and time management strategies, to avoiding common pitfalls and managing exam pressure. KS4 studen

On Wednesday 26th November, we welcomed students and their families to join us for the 2025 Celebration of Success. Despite knowing they were receiving awards, there was a lot of anticipation and excitement in the air with students trying to work out what they thought they’d been nominated for! The evening was to celebrate our current Year 10 and Year 12 students and their achievements of the previous academic year. For Year 10 celebrating the hard work, effort and enthusiasm

Students from the Mustard Seed Club created a series of wonderful interactive Lenten prayer stations, enjoyed by many pupils over three lunchtimes in the chapel and during chapel lessons. These stations invited participants on a meaningful journey of renewal and hope, offering a chance to lay down burdens and make space for peace and reflection during the season of Lent. Each station encouraged pupils to engage with Scripture, spend time in personal prayer, and reflect on how

On Friday 27 th  a group of year 8s, 9s, and 10s were at the Civic Centre for an eye-opening Multilingual Poetry Slam. The girls represented the school brilliantly, and were even awarded certificates for their performances with four other great schools. First, the girls were treated to performances of poetry in multiple languages by professional spoken word artists in the Council Chamber. The poets Steve Larkin , Elida Silvey , Michaël Vidon and Zohab Zee Khan  all inspired t

The Pope John Paul II Award is a faith-based award for young people between the age of 16 and 18.  It allows young people to:  Grow in Faith – deepen your understanding of your faith and its role in everyday life. Make a Difference – Contribute positively to your parish and local community. Develop Skills – Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. Recognition & Achievement – Earn a respected award that looks great on CVs and UCAS applications. Personal Growth – G

The Year 7 netball team played Dame Allan’s in a league fixture and produced some fantastic performances. The A team showed great determination to come from behind and secure an impressive 10–7 victory, with outstanding shooting from Emily. The B team also played brilliantly, narrowly losing 3–1 in a very closely contested match. Both teams demonstrated excellent teamwork, resilience, and some lovely passages of play throughout. A huge well done to everyone involved!

Year 12 Early Childhood Development students have gained the opportunity to volunteer on a weekly basis in a local early years setting, including some of our Trust primary schools. The students will be observing and supporting in classrooms to gain a further understanding of the early years curriculum, alongside developing their communication and professional learner skills. Placements on offer include nurseries and special educational needs provision, giving a valued insight

On Wednesday 25th February, 9R had the first of three sessions led by local author Lisette Auton. They were given a range of creative writing tasks to warm up their creature muscles, before starting to think about what element of society they wanted to change. Lisette spoke about her own writing career: she is a novelist, poet, essayist and lyricist, and, as an Autistic, disabled woman, she writes characters into her work that she didn't read about as a child and young adult

On Friday 20 March, 13C were lucky enough to be visited by Polly Muncey, who is in second year at Newcastle University, studying Business and Marketing. She is the daughter of Mrs Perry's oldest friend - who also came to Newcastle Uni 30 years ago! Polly talked to the students about moving away from home, taking a Gap Year, living in halls, finding private accommodation, budgeting, societies, and general student life. It was a really interesting and highly informative talk wh

Year 10 students were thrilled to welcome a group of Cambridge University students for a special visit that brought inspiration and excitement to the school day. The visitors shared their personal experiences of university life, offering a glimpse into the challenges and rewards of studying at such a prestigious institution. Students were especially engaged during the interactive sessions, where they asked questions about courses, accommodation, and balancing academic work wi

We are delighted to share the latest edition of our Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) newsletter with you. This newsletter has long been a valued way of sharing news, updates, and achievements across MFL. However, this is the first time it is being shared directly with students, and we very much hope students and staff will take some time to read and enjoy it. In this issue, you will find updates, highlights, and engaging content from across our MFL community. It is a great way