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It gives me great pleasure and a sense of pride to welcome visitors to the website for Cockburn John Charles Academy.Nelson Mandela said that: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” I am confident that the academy’s ‘Learning for Life’ motto fits well with this.
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@Cockburn John Charle 26 Feb 2026
We’re proud to recognise the following students who have been nominated for continually meeting our Academy's Values and Expectations!
@Cockburn John Charle 26 Feb 2026
National Offer Day – 2nd March 2026. 4 days to go! Info from Leeds City Council: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/schools-and-education/school-admissions/offer-day-and-what-happens-next We will provide an online link to accept your place on 2nd March.
@Cockburn John Charle 26 Feb 2026
📅 Year 10 Progress Review Evening – 5th March We’re looking forward to welcoming parents and carers to our Year 10 Progress Review Evening on 5th March. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate achievements, and talk through next steps as they continue their GCSE journey. We look forward to seeing you there!
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Feb 2026
What an AMAZING opening night! ✨🎭 Make sure you grab your ticket for tomorrow… You do not want to miss this magical musical! 🎶💫 #OpeningNight #LiveTheatre #MustSee
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Feb 2026
We’re proud to recognise the following students who have been nominated for continually meeting our Academy's Values and Expectations!
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Feb 2026
National Offer Day – 2nd March 2026. 5 days to go! Info from Leeds City Council: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/schools-and-education/school-admissions/offer-day-and-what-happens-next We will provide an online link to accept your place on 2nd March.
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Feb 2026
We’re proud to recognise the following students who have been nominated for continually meeting our Academy's Values and Expectations!
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Feb 2026
TOMORROW 🚨🎉 Tomorrow, the lights go up and the story begins. Join us for Come From Away — a musical about hope, humanity, and home. See you there 💙✈️
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