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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 24 Jan 2026
Year 9 students had a brilliant time at the National Science and Media Museum exploring interactive installations!
@Cockburn John Charle 24 Jan 2026
🌟 A huge thank you to our amazing students! 🌟 Thanks to your generosity, food donations were made to the Leeds South & East Foodbank, helping to provide an incredible 379 meals for those in need. The foodbank has sent their heartfelt thanks and shared how much this support means to the local community. We’re so proud of the kindness and compassion shown by our students. Together, you’re making a real difference 💙
@Cockburn John Charle 23 Jan 2026
Year 7s demonstrating their amazing drawing skills this week using tone to create form within their balloon letter drawings. I think you'll agree these are looking fantastic!
@Cockburn John Charle 23 Jan 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 22 Jan 2026
Year 10 Exploring Mark-Making: How You Hold the Brush Changes Everything. Great work again!
@Cockburn John Charle 22 Jan 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 22 Jan 2026
Great result for our Year 10 & 11 Basketball Team! They secured a fantastic 69–59 win against Tapton High School in Round 1 of the National Basketball Competition. Well done, team—on to the next round!
@Cockburn John Charle 22 Jan 2026
A day of exploring the mines near Pateley Bridge, before driving back home for some well deserved sleep.
@Cockburn John Charle 21 Jan 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 21 Jan 2026
More fun and adventures in the afternoon session on day 2 at Bewerley Park. Sunsets, water fun and quizzing, with hot chocolates and cookies!
@Cockburn John Charle 20 Jan 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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