--- description: "At St Augustine's, Darlington, we believe every child is special and unique. We recognise the importance of educating the \"whole\" child. Academic excellence for all children is a key priority but we also nurture and celebrate those special gifts which make every child unique." url: "https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/" school: "St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Darlington [Click Here](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01325 380819 **Email:** office@staugustines.bhcet.org.uk ### Everyone is welcome at our school If you are interested in joining our school family, applications are now open for Reception places for September 2027 entry. Please contact us for more information. [Apply at our school today](https://www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/) ### Nursery Places A warm and trusted nursery setting where every child is known, valued and gently guided. [Find out more](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/little-bumble-nursery) ### Everyone is welcome at our school If you are interested in joining our school family, applications are now open for Reception places for September 2027 entry. Please contact us for more information. [Apply at our school today](https://www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/) ### Nursery Places A safe, supportive nursery where your child is cared for, encouraged and understood [Find out more](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/little-bumble-nursery) ![](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/images/homepage/St_Augustine-s_Reception_Open_20262.png) ## Welcome to St Augustine's Catholic Primary School and Nursery St Augustine’s, is a welcoming, high-achieving primary school with [**Little Bumbles Nursery** ](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/little-bumble-nursery)for children from age two. We warmly invite families considering a Reception place to join us for our **Reception Open Evening on Tuesday 3rd November 2026 from 3.30pm to 5.30pm**. This is a wonderful opportunity to visit our school, meet our dedicated staff team, explore our Reception setting and discover how we support children as they begin their educational journey. During your visit, you will be able to tour our school, learn more about our curriculum and values, and see first-hand the warm, caring environment that helps every child feel happy, confident and ready to succeed. Whether you are already considering St Augustine’s or are just beginning to explore your options, we would be delighted to welcome you and answer any questions you may have. At St Augustine’s, we are proud to offer a nurturing start to school life, helping every child develop academically, socially and spiritually as part of our vibrant school community. We look forward to meeting you and your family. ## Latest News ![St Augustine's Girls' Football Team at the Darlington FC Foundation competition](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/889971581_2296707131113912_2653633218529128937_n.jpeg) 6 November 2026 ### [St Augustine’s Girls’ Football Team March On Towards Wembley!](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-06-st-augustine-s-girls-football-team-march-on-towards-wembley) Our talented girls’ football team enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of success in the Darlington FC Foundation competition, delivering a series of outstanding performances and securing their place in the next stage of the tournament. The girls showed tremendous skill, determination and teamwork throughout the event, playing four matches and producing an impressive record of eight goals scored and just one conceded. Their excellent form culminated in a victory over Mowden in the final, earning them the title and a place in the next round of the competition. ![St Augustine's staff and pupils at the annual Trust Virtues Awards 2026](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/Untitled-3(1).png) 22 October 2026 ### [Recognising Success at the Trust Virtues Awards](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-22-recognising-success-at-the-trust-virtues-awards) St Augustine’s was proud to be recognised at the recent Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust Virtues Awards, receiving two Trust Virtue Awards in recognition of the outstanding contributions made by members of our school community. ![Year 6 celebrate the Feast Day of St Carlo Acutis by making friendship bracelets for their Reception buddies](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/848677755_1821380835683384_132503401111911307_n.jpeg) 13 October 2026 ### [Celebrating the Feast Day of St Carlo Acutis](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-13-celebrating-the-feast-day-of-st-carlo-acutis) Today, Year 6 celebrated the Feast Day of their class saint, St Carlo Acutis, with a special day of reflection, kindness and community. To mark the occasion, the children wore trainers in recognition of Carlo's life as an ordinary young person who showed that holiness is for everyone. The trainers symbolised that Carlo was a modern teenager who walked the path to sainthood through everyday life, making his example especially meaningful and inspiring for children today. [View All](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news) ### Admissions [admissions](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/information/admissions) ### Catholic Life [catholic-life](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/catholic-life) ### Wraparound Care [our-wraparound-care-provision](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/our-wraparound-care-provision) ### Term Dates [termdates](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/termdates) ### Become a Teacher ### Little Bumble Nursery [little-bumble-nursery](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/little-bumble-nursery) ![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/images/St_Augustines_Photography_Nov25_-109.jpg) ## Little Bumbles Nursery – A Warm and Nurturing Start for Children Aged 2+ At St. Augustine’s, our Little Bumbles Nursery offers a caring, welcoming and inspiring early‑years environment for children from age 2. We believe the first steps in education should be filled with joy, security and discovery. Our nursery team provides exceptional care, ensuring every child feels valued, included and supported from day one. With a strong focus on communication, confidence‑building and early learning experiences, Little Bumbles gives young children the perfect start to their educational journey within the heart of our St. Augustine’s community. [**Find out more**](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/little-bumble-nursery) ![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/images/St_Augustines_Photography_Nov25_-037.jpg) ## Nurture, Support and Personalised Learning At St. Augustine’s, we are committed to helping every child reach for the stars. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to deliver a supportive yet challenging curriculum, carefully tailored to meet the needs of each individual learner. We nurture confidence, encourage ambition and create an atmosphere where pupils feel empowered to develop their talents and achieve their full potential. We believe in forming strong relationships with families and building a community where every child is encouraged, understood and inspired to grow. [**Find out more**](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/curriculum-and-subject-areas/curriculum) ![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/images/St_Augustines_Photography_Nov25_-052.jpg) ## High Achievement and Success in Darlington St. Augustine’s is proud to be recognised as Darlington’s top‑ranking primary school for Reading, Writing and Maths in 2024. Our excellent academic results reflect our commitment to high expectations, personalised learning and a curriculum that engages and inspires. We strive to ensure every child grows, thrives and achieves their very best—academically, socially and personally—within a community that truly believes in them. [**Find out more**](https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/139531/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school) ## Watch our school video [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-rLrraFqUmA?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0) ## Social Media Feed [Embedded content](https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d9225.718045129532!2d-1.2269018!3d54.684469!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x487e9bdd2253ae79%3A0xefb0e5c38f32c97e!2sSt%20Augustine%E2%80%99s%20Catholic%20Primary%20School!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sen!4v1678987347315!5m2!1sen!2sen) ![St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School Beechwood Avenue Darlington County Durham DL3 7HP 01325 380819 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/staugustinesrcprimarydarlington) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)