National Careers Week 2026
National Careers Week 2026 runs from 2–7 March and is a nationwide initiative designed to inspire young people to explore future pathways and take ownership of their career choices. The theme for this year is “Own Your Future”, encouraging students to research opportunities, ask informed questions and take meaningful steps toward their goals. At Macmillan Academy, […]
Year 9 Routes 2026
Year 9 – An Exciting Journey Ahead! Year 9 students are entering an important and exciting phase of their education. Over the coming weeks, they will make key decisions that will shape the next two years of their studies. These choices will influence the qualifications they achieve, their post-Year 11 options, and their future career […]
Safeguarding During the Holidays
Whilst the academy is closed during the school holidays, should you have any urgent safeguarding concerns, please contact the relevant authorities using the telephone numbers or email addresses provided in the link: Safeguarding During the School Holidays
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
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 Students embraced […]
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 […]
Post 16 Open Morning
Saturday 14 February 2026, 10am – 12pm Year 10 & 11 students, parents and carers,This a great opportunity to see what our sixth form has to offer.
Phil Mealey – Writing Workshop
A fantastic day of creativity at the academy! We were delighted to welcome Phil Mealey to the academy on Friday. Phil is an acclaimed actor and writer, best known for his work on The Royle Family (2006–2012), Early Doors (2003–2004) and Sunshine (2008). He joined a large group of Year 10 students in the Theatre for an inspirational […]
Notice from Middlesbrough Council
Please note this alert is from Middlesbrough Council, One of our agency partners. This is for information purposes only.
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 […]