Celebrating Success – Year 3
Here are our Year 3 pupils from Class 8, 9 and 10 celebrating the end of their two week swimming course at Bococuda Pool. They are celebrating achieving their swimming awards, with many pupils learning to swim for the first time – gaining award for 5m, 10m and 25m swimming. Special congratulations to Nam from […]
Year 6 3D Artwork
Year 6 pupils have created a piece of 3D artwork inspired by an environmental message. As part of their work based on ‘Recycle, Reuse and Repurpose’, Class 18 used recycled materials to create turtles! Their task has highlighted how human behaviour is impacting the lives of sea life.
Year 9 Beamish Visit
Our history department recently took 35 Year 9 students on a trip to Beamish Museum, where they explored a range of historical settings including the Victorian street, the 1950s town, and the pit village. As part of the visit, students also participated in a “Call to War” workshop designed to deepen their understanding of the First […]
Stress Awareness Month
Today marks the start of Stress Awareness Month, a time for our school community to focus on wellbeing and take simple, positive steps to manage everyday stress. We all experience stress in different ways. For some, it might be linked to schoolwork or exams, while for others it can come from things outside the classroom. […]
Higher Ideas Exchange 2026
Our students and their families once again made the most of an inspiring Higher Ideas Exchange 2026 event. This year’s evening brought together an exciting range of universities, specialists, and higher education providers, offering invaluable opportunities to explore pathways beyond Post 16 study, with the event creating an opportunity to gather key insights into the journey ahead. Students […]
Gopher Science Lab Day
Year 10 students recently stepped up as science leaders by hosting a fun and hands-on Gopher Science lab day for visiting Year 6 pupils. The event aimed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring science to life through practical activities. Throughout the day, the younger students moved between different activity stations, all run by the […]
Mandarin – Chinese New Year
MACMILLAN ACADEMY MANDARIN STUDENTS SHINE IN 2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE CELEBRATION Our Mandarin students welcomed the 2026 Year of the Horse with a lively and colourful celebration. The event showcased their enthusiasm for learning through fun activities, interactive challenges, and impressive presentations that highlighted Chinese language and culture. A Night of Energy and Exploration […]
Post 16 – Crime Day, Teesside University
Macmillan Academy Post 16 Visit Teesside University’s Crime Day Macmillan Academy Post 16 students took part in an exciting educational visit to Teesside University’s ‘Crime Day’ on Wednesday 19th February 2026, gaining hands‑on insight into real‑world criminology, forensic science, and investigative practice. Throughout the day, students rotated through a series of interactive workshops led by university […]
High School Musical Jr – Cast Announced
At 10:45 this morning, excitement filled the drama department as students gathered for the long‑awaited reveal of the cast for this year’s academy production of High School Musical — and what a lineup it is! This year’s show features several double‑cast lead roles, giving even more talented performers the chance to step into the spotlight. The […]
Year 8 Outward Bound
Last week, more than 90 Macmillan students headed to the stunning Ullswater valley to take part in an unforgettable Outward Bound experience. The programme offered students the chance to step outside their comfort zones, challenge themselves, and build essential life skills in a breathtaking outdoor setting. Throughout the week, students took part in activities designed to […]