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@@cockburnlca 25 Jun 2026
"Our Y8 students took on an exciting range of STEM challenges today at Pudsey Sixth Form College 🧪🤖 From programming robots to diagnosing a patient 🩺💻, there was something to stretch and inspire everyone! Students had a fantastic day and showed brilliant teamwork and problem-solving skills 👏 They even had the opportunity to meet one of the Deputy Lieutenants for West Yorkshire! Well done to all who attended!"
@@cockburnlca 24 Jun 2026
✨🎶 Prom 2026 🎶✨ What an incredible evening celebrating our amazing Class of 2026! A night full of dancing, laughter, and well-deserved celebration. Here’s a glimpse of students arriving to Prom — with many more photos to come! 📸
@@cockburnlca 24 Jun 2026
Graduation 2026! 🎓✨ A Milestone to Remember ✨🎓 Yesterday, we proudly celebrated a truly historic moment — our very first graduation ceremony! Our students walked across the stage with confidence, pride, and a wealth of memories that reflect their hard work, resilience, and growth. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our graduates and sincere thanks to our staff, families, and wider community who have supported them every step of the way. #FirstGraduation #ProudMoment #ClassOf2026 #FutureLeaders #SchoolCommunity
@@cockburnlca 24 Jun 2026
Great to welcome Ahead Partnership and Netcompany to CLCA today for an inspiring Careers in Tech panel 💻✨ Students heard first-hand from industry professionals about their journeys, the realities of working in tech, and the skills needed to succeed 👏 A big thank you to all involved for supporting our students to make informed, confident choices about their futures 🌟
@@cockburnlca 23 Jun 2026
Hot weather warnings: uniform adaptions. In response to the weather warnings in place due to hot weather, the following uniform adaptions are in place from Wed 24th June to Fri 26th June. We thank you for ensuring that your child follows this correctly. Option 1: CLCA PE kit (CLCA short sleeve top, shorts, trainers). Full details of PE kit can be found in the student planner and on our website. Option 2: CLCA uniform but with no jumper, no tie, top button undone.
@@cockburnlca 23 Jun 2026
Reminder PE lessons: With warmer weather this week, please can students ensure that they have bottles of water for PE lessons, these can be filled at breaks and lunch times. Bottles of water are available to purchase in school also at breaks and lunchtimes. Please can all students ensure that they either bring sun cream with them or are wearing it on beforehand. Thanks, PE Department
@@cockburnlca 23 Jun 2026
Final Reminder: Y11 Graduation Tues 23rd June. A reminder that school will close to students in Y7, 8, 9 & 10 on Tues 23rd June at 12:00pm. Y11 to arrive in uniform by 10.45 for the rehearsal & lunch. We welcome Y11 parents/carers/family members attending the Graduation Ceremony, arriving from 12.40pm ready to be seated by 1.00pm.
@@cockburnlca 21 Jun 2026
🎉 WEEK 2 WINNERS (10-DAY STREAK) 🎉 A huge well done to our streak champions for reaching 10 days 👏 🏅 Year 7 – Max Woodward 🏅 Year 8 – Talia Jalaladeen 🏅 Year 9 – AJ Pantaleon 🏅 Year 10 – Harry Young 🔥 Congratulations! See Mr Priestley to collect your prize. 🎯 Hit 25 days → Enter the whole-school GRAND prize draw! 💥 Stay consistent. Stay winning. 💥
@@cockburnlca 21 Jun 2026
🎉 STREAK WEEK 3 IS HERE! 🎉 This week, we’re pushing for a 15-day streak! 💪 Keep building on your progress — anyone who reached a 10-day streak in Week 2 is still in the running… don’t stop now! Every day counts! 🔥
@@cockburnlca 21 Jun 2026
Cockburn MAT Secondary Schools Performance at Leeds Playhouse: When: Friday 3rd July – 7:00pm Where: Leeds Playhouse Courtyard Theatre Tickets: PAYC (Pay-As-You-Can) with the cheapest ticket being £2 How to book: https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/book-online/587801/ An inspiring showcase of music, dance, drama and spoken word from the three secondary schools in the Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust. Celebrating the diversity of South Leeds, exploring our city’s rich history, and looking ahead to the next 400 years — our young people are at the heart of it all. Part of @LeedsPlayhouse Open Season 🎭 🎉 Happy Birthday, Leeds! – marking 400 years since Leeds became a city.
@@cockburnlca 21 Jun 2026
Reminder: Y11 Graduation Tues 23rd June. A reminder that school will close to students in Y7, 8, 9 & 10 on Tues 23rd June at 12:00pm. Y11 to arrive in uniform by 10.45 for the rehearsal & lunch. We welcome Y11 parents/carers/family members attending the Graduation Ceremony, arriving from 12.40pm ready to be seated by 1.00pm. A reminder that all dates and events can be found via our website: https://www.cockburnlca.org/news-dates/events-calendar
@@cockburnlca 19 Jun 2026
🌟 Y10 Head Boy & Head Girl Elections 🌟 Are you ready to step up, lead, and inspire? This is your chance to make a real difference in our school community. 💬 Share your ideas 🤝 Represent your year group ⭐ Lead with confidence If you’re passionate, motivated, and ready to take on the challenge, we want to hear from you! 📢 See below to apply and leave a lasting legacy. #StepUp #LeadAndInspire #StudentLeadership #Year10 #MakeADifference
@@cockburnlca 18 Jun 2026
👏 A huge well done to our Y7 & 8 students for completing their Maths PPEs today! 👏 We are incredibly proud of your focus, hard work, concentration and excellent behaviour. Well done everyone—keep up the great work! 🌟
@@cockburnlca 18 Jun 2026
An exciting experience coming your way soon Y8! Y8 will be takin part in workshops to focus on developing strong communication and confidence to express their ideas, thoughts and opinions. An information letter to parents of Y8 students has been sent out and is on the academy website for reference. https://www.cockburnlca.org/parents-carers/letters-home https://talkthetalkuk.org/
@@cockburnlca 18 Jun 2026
Reminder: Y11 Graduation Tues 23rd June. A reminder that school will close to students in Y7, 8, 9 & 10 on Tues 23rd June at 12:00pm. Y11 to arrive in uniform by 10.45 for the rehearsal & lunch. We welcome Y11 parents/carers/family members attending the Graduation Ceremony, arriving from 12.40pm ready to be seated by 1.00pm. A reminder that all dates and events can be found via our website: https://www.cockburnlca.org/news-dates/events-calendar
@@cockburnlca 18 Jun 2026
CLCA & CJCA Y11 students have visited Leeds City College at the North Street Campus this week 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 ready for September!
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