Carmel College Retreat 2026: A Few Days Filled With Faith, Friendship & Joy
From the moment we arrived on 23rd March, our retreat has been nothing short of incredible — the perfect blend of prayer, play, laughter, reflection, and memories we’ll treasure for a long time.
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Francophonie Day at Carmel Was FRANCTASTIQUE!
What a magnifique day we had yesterday as Carmel celebrated Francophonie Day — a joyful celebration of French language, culture, and creativity! A huge merci beaucoup to Madame Frank for bringing the spirit of la francophonie to life across the college. There were surprises, smiles, and plenty of “ooh la la!” moments throughout the day.
Lenten Fundraising Hits £1007 — And Still Rising!
Our Lenten fundraising is gathering wonderful momentum here at Carmel College! We’re delighted to share that we have now raised an impressive £1007 for the St Augustine’s Conference of the St Vincent de Paul Society — and that total is from just 13 forms so far. With many more still to contribute, we’re excited to see this figure continue to grow.
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Champions on Their Debut!
On Friday afternoon, our incredible Year 7 girls’ rugby team were crowned T1 Town Tournament Champions at Blackwell Meadows — an outstanding achievement and a debut to remember!
Celebrating St Patrick’s Day with Friends from Across the Trust
What a joyful and faith‑filled St Patrick’s Day we enjoyed at Carmel College — a day full of prayer, cake and plenty of craic!
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Stewardship in Action at the Town Hall!
This morning, our incredible Stewardship Student Group stepped into the council chambers at Darlington Town Hall to deliver their Active Travel Ambassador Pitch — and they were absolutely outstanding! After months of research, planning, and collaboration with Lou from Team Modeshift, our students confidently presented their vision to secure funding for the Carmel Ride & Stride Campaign.
Students Prepare for St Patrick’s Day Tea Party
There was plenty of cutting, colouring and craic in our SVP meeting this morning as students got to work creating shamrocks, bunting and decorations for our St Patrick’s Day Tea Party at St Augustine’s Parish Centre.
Celebrating World Book Day at Carmel College!
World Book Day is always a highlight in our calendar, and this year has been no exception! Our school has been filled with creativity, excitement, and a shared love of reading as students across the College joined in the celebrations.
Team Carmel Through to the Semi‑Finals!
What a night of football for Team Carmel as our U19 boys travelled to St Joseph’s Hebburn for a thrilling County Cup quarter‑final showdown. The long journey was well worth it, with the squad delivering a performance full of character, determination and teamwork.
Big Futures Start Here at Carmel College!
We hosted a fantastic whole‑school Careers Fair, and it was brilliant to see our students engaging so positively with the many opportunities available to them. From exploring university pathways to discovering apprenticeships and career routes with leading employers, students asked thoughtful questions and showed real curiosity about their futures.
A Trip of a Lifetime: Sixth Formers Touch Down in New York City
Students from Carmel College in Darlington have embarked on an unforgettable cultural adventure to New York City - and the excitement has been sky‑high from the moment they set foot at JFK Airport. With 46 Year 12 and 13 students travelling alongside staff, this once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience promises breathtaking sights, deep learning and memories that will last forever.
Speed, Snow and Stunning Views: Students Hit the Slopes in Austria
Students from Carmel College, Darlington have been enjoying the trip of a lifetime in Wagrain, Austria, developing new skills and confidence on the slopes while surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.