--- title: "Class 3 Pupils Make a Wonderful Start to the Year at St Joseph's Catholic Academy" url: "https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-07-class-3-pupils-make-a-wonderful-start-to-the-year-at-st-joseph-s-catholic-academy" school: "St Joseph’s Catholic Academy" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01642 360401 **Email:** office@stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk # Class 3 Pupils Make a Wonderful Start to the Year at St Joseph's Catholic Academy 7 September 2026 Class 3 at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton has enjoyed a fantastic start to the new academic year, with children returning from the summer holidays ready to learn, explore and make new memories. ### A Positive Return to School The first few days back have been filled with excitement as pupils settled into their new classrooms and began adapting to new routines. Staff have been delighted to see the children approach the new school year with enthusiasm and confidence, creating a positive atmosphere throughout Class 3. ### Reception Children Enjoy New Adventures The school's Reception pupils have embraced the start of their educational journey, spending time making new friends and exploring their learning environment. The children have enjoyed discovering exciting new areas within the classroom while beginning to build relationships with their classmates and teachers. ### Year 1 Pupils Impress with Their Learning Year 1 children have also made an excellent start to the term, impressing staff with their letter and number formation. Their positive attitude towards learning has been a wonderful way to begin the academic year and has showcased the progress they are already making. ### Creativity Brightens the Classroom Alongside their learning, pupils have been busy creating a range of colourful artwork that will soon be displayed around the classroom. The creative projects have helped children express themselves while adding a personal touch to their learning environment. ### Looking Forward to a Fantastic Year Staff at St Joseph's Catholic Academy are incredibly proud of how well all the children have settled into Class 3. With such a positive start to the year, pupils and staff are looking forward to many months of learning, exploring and growing together in what promises to be a fantastic academic year. ![](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/images/796969539_1781186610002799_174752268795479948_n.png.jpeg)![](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/images/792917490_1406029888118391_388352586109675311_n.png.jpeg)![](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/images/795583352_1618254666317007_2205120166123586887_n.png.jpeg) [ St Joseph’s Summer Fair Brings Community Together](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-20-st-joseph-s-summer-fair-brings-community-together) [St Joseph's Catholic Academy Shows Support for International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day ](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-22-st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-shows-support-for-international-myotonic-dystrophy-awareness) ![St Joseph’s Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Joseph’s Catholic Academy Ragworth Road Norton Stockton on Tees TS20 1HR 01642 360401 - [Office 365](https://outlook.office365.com/carmel.org.uk) - [Parents Evening System](https://stjosephsrcnorton.parentseveningsystem.co.uk/) - [Accelerated Reader](https://www.myon.co.uk/login/index.html) - [Teams FAQs](https://bhcet.org.uk/information/teams-faqs/) - [Remote Learning](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/information/remote-learning) - [Online Payments](https://www.mychildatschool.com/MCAS/MCSParentLogin) - [Remote Learning](https://remote.carmel.org.uk/) - [Liturgy](https://liturgy.bhcet.org.uk/) - [Year 6 Transition Curriculum](https://bhcet.org.uk/year6transitioncurriculum/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stjosephsnorton/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stjosephscatholicacademy/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St Joseph’s Catholic Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)