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We were delighted to host our annual Awards Evening – a special event celebrating the achievements, progress, and commitment of our learners across all year groups, as well as recognising the dedication of our long-serving staff. The evening brought together learners, parents/carers, staff, guests, and industry partners to reflect on the successes of the past year and to recognise outstanding …

The JCB Academy announces that its apprenticeship provision has received an ‘Outstanding’ rating in all categories, following a comprehensive Ofsted inspection conducted from 3 to 6 June 2025. Ofsted acknowledged the expertise of tutors in effectively supporting apprentices, fostering their confidence and character and preparing them for the workplace. Inspectors noted that learners “develop mastery in highly sought-after skills” and …

We are delighted to announce that The JCB Academy has once again been awarded the Gold School Games Mark, recognising our ongoing commitment to delivering a high standard of extra-curricular provision for our learners. This is the third consecutive year that the academy has achieved this prestigious award. The School Games Mark is a national accreditation scheme launched in 2012 …

Today, our Year 9 learners have taken part in a special Enrichment Day dedicated to World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. This global observance serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and promoting mutual understanding among people from all backgrounds. To honour this message, learners have participated in a wide variety of meaningful …

We are delighted to announce that The JCB Academy’s Under 15 rugby team has been crowned Staffordshire Schools Rugby Sevens Champions following a remarkable performance in the county finals. Demonstrating exceptional teamwork, discipline, and resilience, our learners triumphed against strong competition to secure the title – a proud moment for the academy and a testament to the dedication of our …

Year 11 Learners Explore Apprenticeship Opportunities at The JCB Academy! On Wednesday last week, our Year 11 learners had an exciting opportunity to visit The JCB Academy’s Apprenticeship Training Centre, gaining valuable insight into the hands-on experiences and skills our apprentices develop during their time with us. As part of this special event, learners were given a guided tour of …

We were delighted to welcome back Adam Burgess, Olympic canoe slalom athlete, to The JCB Academy last week! 🏅💪 Adam has previously inspired our learners with his motivational talks and even helped launch our fantastic paddle boarding extra-curricular activity. This time, he returns to share more of his incredible journey, offering insight into resilience, determination, and what it takes to …

Today, we say goodbye to Miss Saunders, our Specialist Learning Support Assistant (English), as she retires after an incredible 15 years at The JCB Academy. Joining us in 2010, on the first day that the academy opened, Miss Saunders has been a cornerstone of our community, bringing unwavering dedication, warmth, and humor to every learner she supported. Her bubbly personality …

The JCB Academy is proud to continue its partnership with Stoke City FC, offering our Year 10 learners an exciting real-world business challenge as part of their Business studies curriculum. This year, learners have been set the task of designing an innovative product that could be sold in the official Stoke City FC Shop. Working in teams, they must apply …

The Harper Adams Challenge is an annual programme that immerses Year 9 learners at The JCB Academy in weeks of hands-on engineering, culminating in an exciting final at Harper Adams University. Designed to inspire creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, the challenge reflects The JCB Academy’s commitment to real-world learning experiences. The Challenge Journey Over several weeks, learners work in teams to …