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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 Mar 2026
Progress Review Evening – 31st March Our Progress Review Evening is on Tuesday, 31st March. This is a great opportunity to meet with teachers and discuss your child’s progress. We look forward to seeing you there! 🌟
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Mar 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 Mar 2026
Our Year 10 Geography students had a fantastic field trip to Hornsea today, investigating both physical and human geography in action. Along the coast, students measured groynes to assess the impact of longshore drift and examined different sea defences. They also explored the town itself, comparing contrasting areas to investigate tourism and patterns of urban inequality. As part of this, students collected primary data by assessing environmental quality, housing conditions, and indicators of social deprivation across different streets. It was a beautiful sunny day (if a little windy!), and some of our students enjoyed classic seaside treats like fish and chips, doughnuts, and ice cream. A valuable and engaging experience for all, and an important part of their GCSE Geography course.
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Mar 2026
🎓 Exploring Your Future with Guided Destinations – Tonight! Choosing the right path can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Guided Destinations is here to help you explore your options, understand different options, and make informed decisions about what you study in Year 9.
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Mar 2026
CJCA students had a great time at Leeds Youth Summit. They learned about Project Shield, took part in a democracy workshop and even got to meet the Lord Mayor.
@Cockburn John Charle 25 Mar 2026
Y10 geography 🌎 students have had a great day out in Hornsea completing their fieldwork. They spent the morning looking at how environmental quality changes with distance from the seafront, and later assessed the effectiveness of sea defences. Despite the gloomy weather forecast, we avoided any rain and were lucky enough to have lots of sunny ☀️ spells. Well done year 10!
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Mar 2026
Re: Social media “Red v Blue” trend We are aware of recent reports regarding a so‑called ‘Red vs Blue School Wars’ trend that has been circulating on social media We understand that this may cause concern to you and your child. We want to reassure all parents and carers that this is a “phantom trend” and that there is no evidence of any real incidents linked to this. We write to share the following message from West Yorkshire Police: Message to Schools – “Red vs Blue School Wars” Social Media Rumours Schools will no doubt be aware of the so‑called “Red vs Blue School Wars” which has gained traction on social media platforms in recent weeks. Posts have circulated claiming that pupils across Leeds—and nationally—were organising colour‑coded, gang‑style fights, reportedly involving weapons. West Yorkshire Police has received information from concerned schools, parents, and Safer Schools Officers. We can confirm that no verified incidents of violence linked to these claims have occurred anywhere in West Yorkshire. These rumours have been amplified by AI‑generated posts and old videos that originated from unrelated incidents elsewhere in the country. At present, there is no evidence to suggest any organised or credible threat involving pupils in Leeds. West Yorkshire Police will continue to monitor the situation closely and will share any concerns with schools and the Local Education Authority. However, we would like to reassure all Leeds schools that we believe this remains a social‑media‑driven hoax with no substantiated risk identified. Please speak with your child about staying safe online, support them in thinking critically about information, and remind them to report anything that causes concern. Student safety remains our high priority, and we continue to monitor the situation closely in school. Thank you for your continued support. Yours sincerely, Cockburn John Charles Academy
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Mar 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 Mar 2026
🎓 Exploring Your Future with Guided Destinations – Tomorrow! Choosing the right path can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Guided Destinations is here to help you explore your options, understand different options, and make informed decisions about what you study in Year 9.
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Mar 2026
We were delighted to welcome a fantastic STEM Roadshow to our school yesterday. They delivered an exciting and interactive show to our Year 7 and Year 8 students. The session explored materials science, STEM careers, and the exciting future possibilities in this field, all delivered with great energy and humour. From the feedback we’ve received, it’s clear the event was a huge success — our students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and left feeling inspired. A big thank you to the STEM Roadshow team for such a memorable visit!
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