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22 May 2026

Ski Trip 2027 Letter

EMS girls' Cricket team after an amazing competition
15 May 2026

Celebrating Cricket, Teamwork and Girl Power!

Today was a fantastic celebration of cricket, teamwork and girl power at EMS! Our girls took part in an incredible cricket competition, showing great passion, determination and enthusiasm throughout. Each player stepped up with confidence, supporting one another and giving their very best in every match.

EMS students leaning at the Heugh Battery Museum
14 May 2026

Exploring Local History at Heugh Battery

Well done to another group of our Year 7 students who had the fantastic opportunity to visit the Heugh Battery Museum this week. The trip was a well-deserved reward for their excellent attendance and achievement points. During the visit, students took part in a hands-on experience, exploring a range of fascinating artefacts from the First World War. They handled historic weaponry, tried on period uniform items, examined early gas masks and even discovered carbolic soap—bringing history to life in a truly memorable way.

EMS, Inter Girls Athletics Team, crowned ESAA Durham County Champions!
8 May 2026

ESAA Durham County Champions

We are incredibly proud to celebrate a fantastic achievement for our Inter Girls (U15) Athletics Team, who were crowned ESAA Durham County Champions this week! Competing against strong opposition, the team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 1st out of 14 teams. This brilliant result means they have successfully qualified for the Regional ‘A’ Final of the Track and Field Cup—a remarkable accomplishment, especially as the team is made up predominantly of Year 9 pupils.

EMS athletes proudly representing their school at the English Schools Track and Field Cup
7 May 2026

Athletes Shine at English Schools Track & Field Cup

The English Schools Track and Field Cup got underway at Monkton Stadium, with all age groups proudly representing EMS in a fantastic day of competition. Our students were brilliant ambassadors for the school, demonstrating not only excellent athletic ability but also great team spirit and sportsmanship throughout the event. It was inspiring to see everyone supporting one another and giving their all across both track and field disciplines.

EMS students amazing success at the BHCET Padel Tournament
5 May 2026

BHCET Padel Champions

We are delighted to celebrate a fantastic success for our students at the BHCET Padel Tournament, where the standard of competition was incredibly high and the atmosphere full of excitement. A huge congratulations goes to all of our competitors, who represented EMS with great determination, enthusiasm and skill throughout the tournament.

EMS students celebrating their Headteachers Award
5 May 2026

Celebrating Success: Headteacher Award Winners at EMS

At English Martyrs School, we are proud to celebrate the achievements of our students who consistently demonstrate excellence in their learning. We are delighted to recognise our latest Headteacher Award winners—a group of outstanding individuals who have been nominated for their fantastic work and exceptional performances in lessons.

EMS Girls' Rugby Team crowned Tees Valley T1 Rugby Champions!
1 May 2026

Tees Valley T1 Rugby Champions: EMS Girls Triumph

What an incredible way to finish a fantastic week of finals at EMS! We are thrilled to celebrate our Tees Valley T1 Rugby Champions, who delivered a truly outstanding performance throughout the tournament. Our girls were simply unstoppable, going undefeated across every match and not conceding a single try—a remarkable achievement that highlights their strength, organisation and determination