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JCB Academy learners have recently put their paddle power to the test under the expert eye of Olympic canoeist Adam Burgess. On Monday, 16 May, Year 9 learners from The JCB Academy had the opportunity to meet with an Olympic, Adam Burgess. Adam, a British Slalom Canoeist, joined the learners at JCB Head Quarters’ Lakeside, celebrating the news of a …
Year 9 learner, Matthew Nyatanga took part in the first ever PlayStation F.C. Schools Cup FIFA 22 Championship this week. He attended West Bromwich Albion FC, where he competed against 31 other students from across the UK. Matthew was brilliant throughout the day, and once he had won his first game he managed to get through to the last 16 …
This month’s themed day in the restaurant is a celebration for the Queen’s Jubilee. Coronation Chicken Jubilee Chicken Burger Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks Smoky Joe Jumbo Sausage in a Bap Scones and Cream Eton Mess Victoria Sandwich
On Friday, Y9 & Y10 learners had a drop down day, taking time off from their studies in the classroom. Year 9 learners had a day trip to Chester Zoo as part of their biology work and Year 10 learners chose from Ashcroft Park, Carsington Water, Fast Lane Karting, Ninja Warrior, Ice Skating, Cinema, Stoke Ski Centre & Inflato.
Year 10 learners are currently finishing off their passive smartphone amplifiers in their product design lesson. Learners start with hand drawn sketches and look at material options and practicality. Once they’ve decided on their chosen design they produce a 3D styro-foam model. For their final piece, learners select a variety of materials, some going for wood or acrylic, and those …
Apprenticeship opportunity with one of our long-standing partners, Carfulan Group. Carfulan specialise in supplying and servicing 3D printing, multi-sensor measuring and tool pre-setting and inspection. For further information and to apply, please visit https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000040695
On Friday, May 6, a group of Year 10 learners from The JCB Academy visited JCB Head Quarters for the JCB Challenge finale. The Year 10 learners who made it through to the grand finale were welcomed by JCB graduates, apprentices and staff, including Chief Operating Officer Mark Turner and JCB Chairman, Lord Bamford. There were inspiring speeches, a guided …
As part of our extra curricular activities we run a robotics club on a Tuesday evening. Learners get to develop their coding and building skills using a variety of robot kits.
We’ve recently ran a survey about the restaurant at The JCB Academy, and the learner council have also given feedback on the food quality, portion size, variety, etc. With this in mind we’ve had a revamp of the menu, offering more variety and bigger portions. We are also running themed days every three weeks. The latest theme day – Mac …
Learners at the JCB Academy are creating two decorative umbrellas for the upcoming Alton Towers Mardi Gras. Alton Towers has revealed that Mardi Gras is back at the UK’s biggest Theme Park and it’s better than ever with an epic contest. The popular theme park is to transform the resort into the ultimate street party as the Carnival returns for 2022. Mardi Gras at …
