Outstanding GCSE Results at The JCB Academy! We are thrilled to celebrate another year of exceptional GCSE results at The JCB Academy! Our learners have achieved remarkable success, paving the way for exciting futures. Principal Jim Bailey praised the dedication and hard work of all our learners: “It’s wonderful to see so many of our learners achieving the grades they’ve …
Outstanding Sixth Form A-Level Results
We are proud to announce another year of exceptional academic achievements at The JCB Academy Sixth Form. This year is particularly significant as we celebrate the success of our inaugural T-Level Engineering cohort, who have set an impressive standard with an average grade of Distinction. Mr. J Bailey, our newly appointed Principal, expressed his pride in the results: “I am …
Inspiring Careers Week Session
A big thank you to Neil Wain Golf (LinkedIn) for taking the time to come to The JCB Academy recently as part of Careers Week. Entrepreneur and golf coaching extraordinaire, Neil Wain, has done it all—from starting his own business to coaching celebrities across the world. Our learners had the incredible opportunity to listen to Neil’s inspiring story, from his …
Bioengineering Workshop
Recently, a select group of our Triple Science learners had the unique opportunity to participate in a Bioengineering workshop, delivered by one of our esteemed trustees, Ella Pilsworth – Straw, Product Development Engineer at Invibio, Victrex. This workshop is a testament to our commitment to providing learners with exceptional educational experiences by collaborating with external companies and industry experts. During …
UK Feminista Silver Award
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 …
JCB Academy & Sixth Form Open Day 2024
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
JCB Academy & Sixth Form Open Day 2023
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
Happy International Women’s Day 2024
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 …
National Apprenticeship Week 2024
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 …
Maths in Motion National Challenge
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 …
