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The academy is now closed for the Summer. We look forward to welcoming students back on the following days: Year 11 on Wednesday 2 September, Year 7 on Thursday 3 September, and all other year groups on Friday 4 September. Read More

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Our employability days

Three times a year, students take part in employability day, a dedicated focus on life beyond school. The day includes:

Employer encounters
CV writing
Mock interviews
Practical skills workshops

Alongside this, our wider careers programme features careers fairs, subject-specific projects, external speakers, and university and college visits. With support from an in-school careers advisor, students receive personalised guidance for post-16 applications and planning their future pathways.