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Year 7 students at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (CLCA) took part in an extended assembly delivered by Collingwood Learning. The session featured a powerful and emotive performance titled Split Second, designed to raise awareness about road safety and the dangers of distraction near or on the road. Through a blend
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
Students and staff at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (CLCA) in Middleton are celebrating the opening of a brand-new dining hall extension and toilets, marking another milestone in the school’s journey of growth and transformation to excellence. Part of the academy’s multi-million-pound development, the spacious dining hall is a new feature
This academic year marks a historic moment for Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (CLCA) as they welcome their first full cohort of students. With it comes the launch of our inaugural Student Ambassadors and student leadership team. The growth of the school community has brought new energy, ideas, and opportunities. They
Updated from print edition with comments from Cockburn MAT Plans to lease Middleton Leisure Centre to Cockburn Multi-academy Trust, which runs the neighbouring Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy, have come under fire with over 800 residents signing a petition to halt the plan. The council has said it intends to keep
The end of June/beginning of July saw three performances in a week involving students from the three Cockburn secondary schools. On the Monday, Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy hosted their annual Shakespeare Festival. Cockburn John Charles Academy students performed a hilarious “Love Island” version of Twelfth Night. Cockburn School performed a
Students at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy and Cockburn School recently worked in collaboration to create a drama showcase using physical theatre techniques. The students captivated audiences with their powerful stage adaptations performed across both school venues. Bringing literature to life is no easy task but the Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy
Year 9 and 10 students from Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy recently returned from an unforgettable four-day trip to Barcelona—an experience that blended culture, learning, and personal growth. From the moment they landed, students impressed staff and locals alike with their curiosity, enthusiasm, and positive attitude. Whether exploring the iconic Sagrada
As part of the school’s Curriculum Enrichment and Careers Week, ITV weather presenter Kerrie Gosney visited Year 7 and Year 10 students for an engaging workshop focused on careers in meteorology. Kerrie shared her personal journey from a passion for weather to becoming a weather presenter, offering students a glimpse
This year’s production at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy was the musical Grease. The show was seen by a total audience of 1,000 people at three evening performances and one matinee for local primary schools. The cast and crew have been working extremely hard since September to make Grease the best it