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@@cockburnlca 26 Mar 2026
🍗🍟 Chicken and Chips Friday — everyone’s favourite! Show up, fuel up, and finish the week strong! #FridayVibes #attendancematters
@@cockburnlca 26 Mar 2026
A big thank you to MindMate for visiting CLCA at lunchtime this week about mental health support available 💬🧠, as well as fantastic competition opportunities 🎉! Congratulations Lija Kosowska 🎊, who won the MindMate competition by sharing what she considers her safe space — a brilliant achievement among 150 student entries 👏✨ MindMate🌐 signposted their website and other mental health services in Leeds, including valuable support for parents & carers 🤝💙 Thank you again to MindMate! 🙌 https://mindmate.org.uk/
@@cockburnlca 26 Mar 2026
Thank you to parents/carers for attending the Guided Destinations Evening for Year 8 students this week. It was great to see so many parents/carers and students discussing subject preferences and speaking with Y11 students who are currently studying the courses.
@@cockburnlca 26 Mar 2026
🌟 It’s nearly the last week of term! Let’s make it our strongest finish yet — turn up, earn points, and enjoy the Egg‑cellent rewards all week. 🐣💛
@@cockburnlca 25 Mar 2026
Congratulations to the incredible cast of Cloudbusting for their outstanding performance at York Theatre Royal to a packed audience! 🎭 This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to perform in a professional theatre and work alongside industry professionals—an experience they will not forget. A huge thank you to all parents and carers for your continued support with NT Connections.
@@cockburnlca 25 Mar 2026
What a performance from our Y7 boys football team! 🔥⚽ They secured an 6-1 victory over Cockburn John Charles yesterday afternoon 👏💪 — completing the double after their thrilling 4-3 win against Cockburn School just two weeks ago! 🏆🏆 Mr Dawtry is very proud of the team’s hard work, determination, and winning spirit! 💙🙌 #Teamwork #Champions
@@cockburnlca 24 Mar 2026
Cast of Connections getting ready for their performance! 🎭✨ We’ve just wrapped up our workshop, next stop dinner 🍽️ and then into costume 👗🎬—ready for showtime! 🔥🎉 @nationaltheatreconnections #Connections #NTConnections #TheatreLife #Backstage #Showtime #DramaStudents #LiveTheatre #OnStage #PerformanceReady
@@cockburnlca 22 Mar 2026
Celebrating World Poetry Day: CLCA is promoting poets and poetry around the world, and to recognise poetry as an international language with the ability to unite. Next is Maya Angelou's I know why the caged bird sings.
@@cockburnlca 21 Mar 2026
Celebrating World Poetry Day: CLCA is promoting poets and poetry around the world, and to recognise poetry as an international language with the ability to unite. Starting with Robert Frost's The Road Not Taken.
@@cockburnlca 20 Mar 2026
With spring on the way, we’re seeing more students cycling and using scooters to travel to and from school—great to see! 🌼🚲 A quick reminder to stay safe: • Always wear a helmet • Check your bike or scooter is roadworthy before setting off • Lock your bike securely when you arrive Let’s keep everyone safe while enjoying the brighter weather! 🌞
@@cockburnlca 20 Mar 2026
❤️🖤 We’re so proud of our amazing Y11 students for securing a place at CAPA College ✨🎭 CAPA is one of the UK’s most prestigious performing arts institutions — a huge milestone and a testament to their talent, dedication, and creativity.👏 Congratulations to the fantastic four 🌟 #CAPA College
@@cockburnlca 20 Mar 2026
🌟 Shaping Our Future at CATCH Today! 🌟 Y8 students have had a brilliant day! 🐾 Caring for animals 🤝 Speed Networking 🦺 Health & Safety Skills 💪 Confidence Building A huge thank you to the team at CATCH for such an inspiring day! 🌟
@@cockburnlca 19 Mar 2026
What an unforgettable experience for CLCA students on the London Choir Trip! 🌟 From performing on stage to Coldplay’s A Sky Full of Stars to taking part in a professional workshop at Pineapple Studios, it was a residential of music and incredible memories. 🎶✨ So proud of the energy, talent, and enthusiasm shown by everyone involved—what a moment to remember! 👏💫 #CLCACreates #ChoirTrip #LondonExperience #MusicMatters #StudentSuccess
@@cockburnlca 19 Mar 2026
Wishing all of our students, staff and families across our community who are celebrating a joyful and blessed Eid-al-Fitr! May this special occasion bring peace, happiness, and unity to all. Enjoy the celebrations with family and friends!
@@cockburnlca 18 Mar 2026
👩‍🔬✨ Celebrating Women Who Changed Science ✨👩‍🔬 This British Science Week, we’re shining a light on 8 incredible female scientists who have shaped the world we live in 🌍
@@cockburnlca 18 Mar 2026
🔬✨ British Science Week is here! ✨🔬 This week is British Science Week - a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths that brings real world learning 🧪 From exciting experiments ⚙️ To creative challenges 🌍 And inspiring real-world applications Let’s get curious, get involved, and celebrate the power of science! 🚀🔍 #BritishScienceWeek #STEM #ScienceForAll https://www.britishscienceweek.org/
@@cockburnlca 18 Mar 2026
🎤✨ 43 students representing Cockburn Trust attended Wembley Arena this week! They’ve already taken part in rehearsals and are full of excitement as they get ready to perform on the iconic stage later this evening 🌟🎶 We’re so proud of them—what an incredible experience! 👏💙
@@cockburnlca 17 Mar 2026
Good luck to CLCA Year 7 student Kayden who is competing in the WUKF British Open Karate Championships this weekend! 🥋🏆 We’re all very proud of you and wish you the very best of luck – go smash it! 💪🔥🍀
@@cockburnlca 17 Mar 2026
💙🧠MindMate will be hosting lunchtime events at CLCA on wellbeing, offering advice, support for students 🎁✨ 📅 KS3: Wednesday 25 March 2026 📍 Theatre ⏰ 12:30–1:00pm 📅 KS4: Wednesday 6 May 2026 📍 Theatre ⏰ 12:30–1:00pm MindMate Leeds provides a wide range of support for children and young people, including advice, self-help guidance, and access to services for common mental health concerns. 🌱💬
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