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At The JCB Academy, we believe education is about more than classroom learning, it’s about creating experiences that inspire and prepare learners for the future. Throughout the year, our learners take part in a wide range of exciting opportunities, from employer challenges and engagement activities to visits from external providers, extra-curricular clubs, sports competitions, celebration evenings, and special invitation events.

To keep our community connected and informed, we regularly share updates, event highlights, and achievements. Explore the latest news and upcoming events below, follow us on social media via the links in our header, and check out our newsletters for a deeper look at life at The JCB Academy.

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Y11 learners will receive their GCSE results on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

Paper Copies – Available to collect from the Academy between 9:30am and 11.00am.
Please see timings below for collection:
Last name A-G 9.30am to 10.00am
Last name H-M 10.00am to 10.30am
Last name N-Z 10.30am to 11.00am

Emailed Results – Sent to learners’ academy email addresses after 11:00am.

A representative may collect results on a learner’s behalf if they bring signed written permission.

Members of the Y11 team, will be available to discuss grades and destinations.
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Brayden joined the Academy in 2022 and has consistently demonstrated a passion for his studies, particularly in Business. Today marks the culmination of his hard work and dedication, having achieved an outstanding D*D*D in his Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business.

Brayden commented, "I am so happy with my results. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Academy, and I am looking forward to starting my Degree Apprenticeship with Severn Trent."

Brayden should be extremely proud of his achievements, and we wish him every success in the future.
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Victoria has developed her confidence and resilience significantly over the last two years. Her passion for engineering is clear to see, and this has led to some outstanding achievements. Victoria has achieved a grade C in A-Level Product Design and Distinction Distinction (DD) in Engineering.

Victoria shared that she was extremely pleased with her results and is looking forward to the next steps in her career. She will be starting a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Project Management with Rolls-Royce.

Victoria should be very proud of her accomplishments, and we wish her every success as she embarks on this exciting next phase of her career.
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Josh has demonstrated an exceptional work ethic over the past two years. His commitment to learning has been outstanding, enabling him to develop his technical knowledge, skills, and behaviours to a high standard. Josh achieved an overall Distinction grade and has progressed to Sheffield Hallam University to study for a Level 6 Degree in Automotive Engineering.

Joshua commented: "The T Level course provided me with a solid foundation for progressing my career. The work placement gave me an excellent understanding of technical skills and industry knowledge, gained from experienced professionals, which will support me in the future."

Joshua should be extremely proud of his achievements, and we wish him every success in the future.
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James Celebrates Outstanding A-Level Success

James joined The JCB Academy in September 2021 as a Year 9 student and has flourished ever since. Most recently, he was honoured with the prestigious Learner of the Year 2026 award for the entire academy.

James has achieved the highest grades across our A-Level pathway, securing A* grades in all four of his subjects: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

When asked how he was feeling after receiving such exceptional results, James said:

"I feel great! I am very happy with my results and am now hoping to hear from Cambridge University on Friday to find out whether I have secured a place."

Director of Sixth Form, Phil Povey, commented:

"James has been an absolute pleasure to have in our Sixth Form. His commitment, dedication, and enthusiasm towards his studies over the last two years have been exceptional, and these outstanding results are a testament to the hard work he has put in.

On behalf of everyone at The JCB Academy, we congratulate James on his achievements and wish him every success as he takes the next steps towards what promises to be a fantastic future at university and beyond."
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🌟 A-Level Results Day Success! 🌟
We're celebrating fantastic achievements across The JCB Academy Sixth Form:
✅ 23% of grades at A*
✅ 48% of grades at A*-A
✅ 73% of grades at A*-B
✅ 95% of grades at A*-C
✅ 100% pass rate

Engineering and Business learners excelled, with:
🔧 100% achievement in T-Level Design and Development
🏆 57% achieving Distinction* to Distinction in Engineering and Business

Our STEM subjects delivered impressive results:
📐 Maths: 80% A*-C
⚙️ Physics: 90% A*-C
🧪 Chemistry: 80% A*-C
💻 Computer Science: 80% A*-C

Congratulations to every learner, parent and member of staff who made these results possible. Your hard work has paid off!

#ResultsDay #ALevels #TLevels #STEMSuccess #FutureReady #thejcbacademy
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Y13 learners will receive their A-level results on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

Paper Copies – Available to collect from the Academy between 9:30am and 10:30am.

Emailed Results – Sent to learners’ academy email addresses after 11:00am.

A representative may collect results on a learner’s behalf if they bring signed written permission.

Members of the Post-16 team, will be available to discuss grades and destinations.
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We are delighted to announce the launch of The JCB Academy's brand-new website.
Our new website has been designed to provide an enhanced user experience, making it easier than ever to explore information about our curriculum, learner opportunities, employer partnerships, and life at the Academy.
To celebrate the launch, we're also inviting prospective learners and their families to attend our upcoming Open Day. This is a fantastic opportunity to tour our facilities, meet our staff and learners, and discover how The JCB Academy prepares young people for successful careers in engineering, business, and the wider world of work.
🌐 Visit our new website: www.jcb-academy.com
📅 Open Day: Saturday, 3 October 2026
📍 Location: The JCB Academy
✅ Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/bH8FBtZfW7
Explore our new website and secure your place at our Open Day today! 🎓🔧
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Parking for Liv Golf - Parking at The JCB Academy and power up the community.
Every £1 goes straight into local projects, charities, and improvements that support people right here at home.

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Small action. Big impact. 🚗💙

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