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Students at Cockburn John Charles Academy (CJCA) experienced a powerful and thought-provoking day when the ‘Prison Me, No Way!’ program visited the school. The initiative, designed to deter young people from crime and anti-social behavior, left a lasting impact on the students by highlighting the realities of prison life and
A budding linguist at Cockburn John Charles Academy has made headlines with her remarkable talent and dedication. Manuella has been awarded a commendation in the esteemed Stephen Spender Translation Competition, a prestigious event that celebrates the art of translation and multilingualism. Originally from Congo, Manuella moved to the UK in
Students and staff across Cockburn School, Cockburn John Charles Academy and Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy showed their respect on Remembrance Day (11 November 2024). Young people and school staff came together across the Cockburn Multi-academy Trust schools to commemorate Remembrance Day with heartfelt ceremonies to honour those who have served
In a significant effort to promote cardiac safety and awareness, Cockburn John Charles Academy hosted its annual Restart a Heart event last month, engaging all Year 8 students in essential life-saving training. The initiative is aimed at equipping young people with vital skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and saw students
In a momentous achievement for our community, Marvel, a standout student at the academy, has officially signed with Huddersfield Town AFC. The talented young footballer’s hard work and passion for the game have propelled him to this incredible milestone, one that is being celebrated by his peers, teachers, and coaches
Year 11 students at Cockburn School and Cockburn John Charles Academy celebrated the end of their school life with glamorous Proms at the Village Hotel in Tingley. In August there were further celebrations when they collected their exam results. News of these results will follow in a future edition of
The Cockburn John Charles Academy (CJCA) was alive with energy and excitement as students from years 7 to 9 took part in the highly anticipated annual Sports Day recently. The event, which fosters both competitive spirit and teamwork, saw students participating in a range of athletic events within their form
The sporting community at Cockburn John Charles Academy is buzzing with pride following the exceptional performance of one of its standout athletes. Darlene, a dedicated and talented student, has clinched the gold medal in the 80m hurdles at the prestigious West Yorkshire School Games. Not only did she secure first
Year 10 students at Cockburn John Charles Academy and Year 9 students at Cockburn School and Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy recently participated in interactive World War I workshops organised by Frontline Living History. The event provided a hands-on educational experience, allowing students to delve into the historical impact of the
In a down-to-earth and straight-talking effort to teach students about the nitty-gritty of prison life and why it’s crucial to stay on the right track, Cockburn John Charles Academy recently hosted the seriously impactful ‘Prison Me? No Way!’ event. This idea-packed event gave students a real chance to chat with