The kitchen was buzzing recently as we held our school finals for the Co-op Culinary Competition. Our fantastic pairs of budding chefs stepped up to the plate to see who would represent the Academy in the next stage.
This week, we held our very first Family Iftar in the school canteen, and it was a truly wonderful evening. With Ramadan currently underway, we wanted to create an opportunity for our families and staff to come together and celebrate the incredible diversity that makes our Academy so special.
This month, our Student RE Leaders have been busy leading a brilliant new project called "One Change" to mark both Ramadan and Lent. It’s a rare and special occasion to have both holy seasons happening at the same time, and our leaders wanted to use this as a chance for the whole Academy to stop and reflect.
Our latest Headteacher’s Achievement Awards have been presented to two brothers who have shown truly exceptional community spirit. Jack in Year 10 and Ethan in Year 9 were recognised this week for their tireless volunteering efforts and their commitment to making a positive difference in our local area.
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We are delighted to announce that the Academy has successfully achieved the Quality in Careers Standard reaccreditation. This national award recognises schools that provide an outstanding programme of careers education, information, advice, and guidance, and it is a testament to our ongoing commitment to preparing our students for life beyond the classroom.
This week, our First Story participants headed to The Lowry in Manchester for the First Story Writers' Festival. It was a brilliant opportunity for our students to step out of the classroom and join hundreds of other young writers to celebrate the power of the written word.
Last week, our Year 10 students headed to the Manchester Central Convention Centre for the JDUP event, and it was a brilliant way to get a real look at the world of retail, design, and logistics. This event, run by the JD Sports Foundation, is all about bridging the gap between what happens in the classroom and the realities of modern employment, and it gave our students a fantastic chance to explore different career paths.
Last week, our Year 8 and 10 Scholars travelled to London to visit the Royal Opera House for a performance of the classic ballet Giselle. For many of our students, this was a new experience, and it was fascinating to observe their reactions as they arrived at such an iconic venue.
While many were enjoying a well-earned break over the February half term, Ellie in Year 8 was having the experience of a lifetime. She travelled to Disneyland Paris with her dance school, and we are incredibly proud of everything she achieved during the trip.
We had a fantastic day last week when we welcomed Year 5 students from Co-op Academy Grove to our school. To say we were impressed would be an understatement. Their energy and enthusiasm were incredible, and it was a joy to have them exploring everything our Academy has to offer.
Our Year 9 students have been making great strides in their professional development through the REACH programme, which is an initiative unique to the Co-op Academies Trust. This programme is a key part of our careers provision, helping students bridge the gap between the classroom and the world of work.
It was a busy end to the term last week, and a group of our students had the fantastic opportunity to visit Angel Square for the IRIS Prize event. It was an incredibly inspiring day focused on the importance of diversity and storytelling, and our students got a huge amount out of the experience.
