What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Students and staff at Cockburn John Charles Academy came together for a remarkable production of Come From Away, transforming the school theatre into the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, and bringing to life a powerful true story of kindness in the face of global crisis. The musical, which tells the
Paris Maths trip In January, well over 100 Year 10 maths students from all three schools, travelled to Paris in France. Their maths themed visit involved learning about the maths involved in running Disneyland Paris as well as some amazing sightseeing in the city centre. The weather was cold but
A groundbreaking four-year programme designed to prevent young people from becoming Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) is set to launch in South Leeds, signalling a bold commitment from local organisations to tackling one of the most pressing social challenges in the country. Youth disengagement and unemployment is a
Students from Cockburn John Charles Academy enjoyed an unforgettable educational visit to The Deep, where learning came to life beneath the waves. The trip gave students the opportunity to explore one of the UK’s leading aquariums, coming face to face with sharks, rays, turtles and penguins while learning about marine
Cockburn John Charles Academy Year 9 students enjoyed an inspiring and insightful talk from the curators of the Turner Prize last term. The visiting speakers shared their roles, experiences and professional perspectives, offering students a unique behind-the-scenes look at one of the most influential awards in contemporary art. Their generosity
The newly elected Cockburn John Charles Student Council has officially begun its work, following a successful round of elections where students from every year group voted for their representatives. The council, made up of dedicated and enthusiastic pupils, embodies the school’s commitment to student leadership, teamwork, and active participation in
The Cockburn John Charles Academy Under-16 basketball team has kicked off their National Basketball League campaign in impressive fashion, securing convincing wins in their opening matches. After narrowly missing out on the championship title last year, the team has been training relentlessly, determined to go one better this season. Their
Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy, Cockburn School and Cockburn John Charles Academy took part in Restart a Heart week, engaging all Year 8 students in essential life-saving CPR training. The initiative is aimed at equipping young people with vital skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and saw students actively participating in hands-on
Cockburn John Charles is celebrating the incredible success of former student Fatima Bojang, who has gone on to achieve national recognition in the world of performing arts. Since leaving the academy, Fatima has pursued her passion for acting and secured a role in the critically acclaimed production Adolescence. Her performance
Year 9 students at Cockburn John Charles Academy took a bold step forward in developing their communication skills this week as they participated in the nationally acclaimed Talk The Talk workshop. The full-day event, delivered by facilitators from the educational charity Talk The Talk, aimed to empower students with the