--- title: "Year 5 Pupils Go Beyond on Memorable Residential Experience" url: "https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-21-year-5-pupils-go-beyond-on-memorable-residential-experience" school: "St John The Evangelist Catholic Primary School" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01642 643400 **Email:** office@stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk # Year 5 Pupils Go Beyond on Memorable Residential Experience ![Image of Year 5 Pupils Go Beyond on Memorable Residential Experience](https://files.schudio.com/st-john-the-evangelist-catholic-primary-school-2/images/news/855508474_1626836642736457_3686241141507920881_n.jpg) 21 October 2026 Year 5 pupils from St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School in Billingham have returned from an unforgettable residential visit filled with faith, friendship and personal growth. Throughout the residential, children explored the theme **"Go Beyond"**, encouraging them to step outside their comfort zones, embrace new challenges and discover what they are capable of achieving. ### Exploring the Story of Zacchaeus As part of the retreat, pupils reflected on the story of Zacchaeus and how his encounter with Jesus transformed his life. The story encouraged children to think about how positive change can happen when we are open to new perspectives, willing to take opportunities and prepared to go beyond our own expectations. ### Growing in Confidence and Character Across a range of activities, pupils demonstrated resilience, determination and enthusiasm, embracing every experience with a positive attitude. Whether supporting one another, trying something new or overcoming challenges, the children showed remarkable maturity and a willingness to push themselves beyond what they thought was possible. ### Memories to Last a Lifetime Staff were incredibly proud of the way Year 5 represented themselves, their families and the school throughout the residential. The children created lasting memories, strengthened friendships and returned with increased confidence and a deeper understanding of themselves and their faith. Everyone at St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School would like to congratulate Year 5 on an outstanding residential experience. They truly lived out the message to **Go Beyond**. [Catholic Life](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/catholic-life) [Trips](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/trips) [ Mini Vinnies Share Their Mission at Parish Mass](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-05-mini-vinnies-share-their-mission-at-parish-mass) [Year 6 Students Explore the World of Science During Visit to Fujifilm ](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-26-year-6-students-explore-the-world-of-science-during-visit-to-fujifilm) ### PARENTS & PUPILS - [Our School](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/information/school-hours) - [Key Documents](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/about-us/safeguarding) - [Curriculum](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/) - [News and Events](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/news-and-events/latest-news) ![St John The Evangelist Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-john-the-evangelist-catholic-primary-school-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St John The Evangelist Catholic Primary School Cowpen Lane Billingham TS23 1LJ 01642 643400 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stjohntheevangelistprimary/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stjohntheevangelist_billingham/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St John The Evangelist Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stjohnte.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)