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The University of Derby are hosting their 4th and very popular ‘Women in Engineering’ event, held on International Women’s Day, 8 March, 2018 from 6-9 pm. This event is especially helpful to students and parents to help them to understand the broad subject area of Engineering and the many rewarding careers that are available under the engineering umbrella. It is …
We are open as usual today. Bus routes 1, 4 & 12 are not operational due to road closures.
It’s World Book Day at The JCB Academy and we’ve got lots going on: Staff and learners can dress up as their favourite book character. Learners can share their book reviews with others, to inspire others to read. Blind date witha book – learners get to choose a book by reading our custom made descriptive labels which wrap around the …
Learners studying at The JCB Academy Sixth Form have a fantastic opportunity to visit India where they consider the social and corporate responsibility of JCB in its Indian manufacturing operation. Learners experience life in India and discuss international opportunities for JCB employees willing to relocate. This trip is sponsored by JCB.
Year 13 engineering learners at The JCB Academy Sixth Form have recently spent two days in the Centre of Operational Excellence at the JCB Headquarters. The bespoke course designed by the Operational Excellence team at JCB, focuses on lean and quality improvement methods applied in a practical situation of assembly. Learners are taught about many tools and techniques which are …
Engineering learners at The JCB Academy Sixth Form take part in The Bosch-Rexroth Challenge, a course tailored for their hydraulics unit. The course is aimed at developing skills in hydraulic engineering; exploring aspects of control, hydraulics and sensor technology. Included is an onsite factory tour, a series of practical exercises using Bosch-Rexroth training rigs, and a visit to the London …
A former JCB Academy learner, Louise Meredith, was recently named Young Employee / Apprentice of the Year at a regional business awards. Higher Apprentice Louise, 19, who works at JCB’s World HQ in Rocester scooped the title at the Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Business Awards held at the Staffordshire County Showground. Louise, of Meir Park, Stoke-on-Trent, said: “I am absolutely …
UK Coaching – Children’s Coach of the Year – Winner David Walsh, a children’s sports coach was recently crowned Children’s Coach of the Year at this year’s UK Coaching’s annual awards. David who comes into The JCB Academy to coach learners during their extension activities and PE sessions scooped the award at a glittering ceremony in November at The HAC, London. …
Sixth form learners at The JCB Academy donated food supplies to Renew Church foodbank today in Uttoxeter. The supplies were raised last week at the school during Christmas jumper day.
Learners and staff at The JCB Academy have produced and assembled a nativity scene for this years window display at St. Michael’s Church, Rocester. The scene is made from acrylic which was laser cut at the academy and then assembled on site by students. The scene also uses a back-lit LED multi-coloured strip light.
