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We are thrilled to announce that The JCB Academy has been awarded the Silver Award at the UK Feminista: Action Award ceremony! Led by Head of Year 9, Miss Buchanan, our dedicated team has made significant strides over the past year in tackling sexism and sexual harassment within our community. This Silver Award recognises our commitment to: Implementing innovative practices …
Are you interested in Engineering and/or Business? We teach in a whole new way, and we’re educating the inventors, engineers, health scientists, and business and finance leaders of tomorrow. Come along and see why we’re the most sought-after school in Staffordshire & Derbyshire. Register by clicking here
Are you interested in Engineering and/or Business? We teach in a whole new way, and we’re educating the inventors, engineers, health scientists, and business and finance leaders of tomorrow Come along and see why we’re the most sought-after school in Staffordshire & Derbyshire. Register by clicking here
Today at The JCB Academy, we join the world in celebrating the remarkable achievements of women everywhere. This special day is a testament to the strength, resilience, and contributions of women across all walks of life. As we mark this occasion, we are reminded of the critical role that education plays in empowering young women and girls. At The JCB …
This week, from February 5th to 11th, we’re joining the nationwide celebration of National Apprenticeship Week! It’s a fantastic time to shine a light on the hard work, creativity, and innovation that apprentices bring to their industries. Here at The JCB Academy, we’re not just observing; we’re showcasing the incredible work produced by our own apprentices. Their dedication and skills …
Exciting News from The JCB Academy! Huge congratulations to our Year 10 students for their remarkable performance in the ‘Maths in Motion’ national challenge! They worked in small groups, combining their STEM skills to design virtual cars for a thrilling race competition. Out of 200+ students from across the country, including 20 of our own, our teams entered virtual cars …
Learners at The JCB Academy are having their Christmas lunch today, proudly made & presented by our fantastic catering team.
Congratulations to yet another ex-sixth form learner that has won a national award! Cain Hullah, an Engineering Undergraduate Apprentice at Airbus, was the winner in the 2023 Engineering Apprentice: Final Year category! During his time in the academy and sixth form, it was clear to see that Cain had a bright future ahead of him and we are not surprised …
What an experience! There are few people in this world that can say they’ve been on the London Eye at night after it’s closed, had it stopped while the hydraulic drive system is retracted, then moved under the iconic wheel, closer to the water to look at the hydraulic power pack, discussing how it works, looking at the pumps and …
This afternoon, our Year 9 students experienced a unique and engaging learning opportunity, distinct from their usual curriculum. We extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated team from JCB who generously devoted their time to conduct informative sessions. These sessions covered a range of vital topics: Root Cause Analysis: This session provided students with insights into systematic problem-solving methods. Root …
