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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 20 May 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 20 May 2026
The moment we found out… 🎭 Words can't describe how unbelievably proud we are of our Connections 2026 cast of Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth. Every year over 250 youth companies from across the UK take part in the National Connections programme and this year 8 companies have been invited to perform at their final summer festival. We can't believe we are announcing we are one of them! This cast has poured everything into this show, and now they’re about to experience something truly unforgettable. We are beyond proud. Beyond grateful. Beyond excited. We can't wait to represent CJCA and The National Theatre at the Lowry 🎭
@Cockburn John Charle 19 May 2026
Brilliant work today Year 11, English Literature paper 2 in the morning & Computer Science paper 1 in the afternoon! Your resilience and hard work will pay off in August.
@Cockburn John Charle 19 May 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 19 May 2026
Our Year 9 Art students have been experimenting with materials and techniques after completing highly detailed work in coloured pencil and pen this term. It has been fantastic to see them take creative risks, work more freely, and grow in confidence as artists. We are so proud of their imagination and resilience. We will not ruin the surprise of the amazing work they have created. Please come along to our free annual art exhibition on 11th June 5pm to see the amazing work in the flesh.
@Cockburn John Charle 18 May 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 17 May 2026
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@Cockburn John Charle 17 May 2026
Students from Year 8 spent this morning visiting the First Bus depot in Bramley to gain an understanding of job roles within the transport industry along with relevant apprenticeships. The visit included a hands-on tour of the depot exploring how more sustainable fuel sources are being integrated, along with a practical workshop on identifying and managing stress lead by staff from Ahead Partnership. As always students were excellent ambassadors for our academy.
@Cockburn John Charle 17 May 2026
Our extracurricular clubs are officially in full swing, and there’s something for every kind of curiosity this term. Whether you’re looking to build new skills, make friends, or just try something fresh, now’s the perfect time to jump in.
@Cockburn John Charle 17 May 2026
Keep revising Year 11! Chemistry Paper 2 is in the morning. (Monday) Well done for your hard work in the pre-exam revision sessions last week. The Science team will see you from 8:00am for those last minute tips .
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