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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 16 Jun 2026
Some CJCA and CLCA Y11 students have visited Leeds City College at the North Street Campus today to register for their ESOL course. The college was hosting their International Day, with the presence of the Lord Mayor of Leeds, stalls for different countries, music, dance performances, and poetry readings. Our Y11s had a taste of some international food whilst they experienced one of the events in the annual calendar for Leeds City College, allowing them to meet some of the college staff as well as some of their future classmates. These Y11 students had a fantastic transition afternoon into college and are ready for the next stage in their learning life from September.
@Cockburn John Charle 15 Jun 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 15 Jun 2026
Rehearsals are well underway for our Performance in Manchester next Thursday. We have had the privilege of being joined by Kash from the National Theatre in our rehearsals to support our transition to The Lowry! Students are working incredibly hard in rehearsals to make this a night to remember. We can't wait for you to see it! Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased using this link! https://tickets.thelowry.com/events/nt%20connections%20festival/2026-6-25_19.00/quays%20theatre?hallmap
@Cockburn John Charle 15 Jun 2026
Last science exam: done. Today’s highlight was everyone signing each other’s shirts, pure nostalgia, pure end‑of‑school magic. Spanish tomorrow, and then it’s the big finish: Graduation and Prom on Thursday. Can’t wait to celebrate with you all — see you then.
@Cockburn John Charle 14 Jun 2026
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@Cockburn John Charle 14 Jun 2026
PPE season is here. This is your chance to show what you know and see how far you’ve come. You’ve got this.
@Cockburn John Charle 12 Jun 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 11 Jun 2026
From the music to the movement to the magic on stage, our students lit it up and left the crowd buzzing. Here’s a little snippet of the creativity, courage, and pure talent that makes MADDfest unforgettable.
@Cockburn John Charle 11 Jun 2026
MADDfest was an absolute triumph; a completely sold‑out show bursting with creativity, talent and pure artistic joy. From start to finish, the energy was electric and the performances were unforgettable. A huge celebration of the arts and everyone who brings them to life. Well done to everyone involved!
@Cockburn John Charle 11 Jun 2026
We’re proud to recognise the following students who have been nominated for continually meeting our Academy's Values and Expectations!
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