Year 11 County Cup Success
Having been knocked out last year by the eventual winners (Conyers) in the County Cup, the boys had to play them again in the first round in an exciting contest between the current holders and previous champions in 2024. The team were clearly hungry for revenge and put in their best performance of the season. […]
Smashed – Alcohol Awareness
Students from Years 7 and 8 took part in Smashed, an interactive alcohol-awareness session delivered by Collingwood Learning. The session combined a powerful drama performance with activities designed to help pupils understand the consequences of underage drinking and the role of social influence. The performance followed the lives of three teenagers affected by alcohol, […]
Academy Production 2026
Macmillan Academy are proud to present the production for 2026 High School Musical Jr Week commencing the 29th June the academy theatre will be transformed into East High as Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life on our very stage. We will see Troy, Gabriella, Ryan and the fabulous Sharpay, along with […]
Yorkshire Sculpture Park Visit
On Tuesday 29th September our Year 10 art students, Year 10 and 11 textiles and Year 12 art students visited The Yorkshire Sculpture Park near Wakefield to explore the work of internationally renowned artists such as Henry Moore, Damian Hirst, Barabara Hepworth. In addition, art students visited James Turrell’s ‘Deer Shelter’ where they were able to experience immersive art and […]
STEM Roadshow Inspires Students
We were excited to welcome back the STEM Roadshow, funded by BAE Systems, the Royal Air Force, and the Royal Navy. Over the past 20 years, this inspiring programme has reached more than 1.3 million pupils, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm for STEM subjects across the UK. Designed to ignite interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and […]
Celebrating European Day of Languages
Macmillan Academy celebrated the European Day of Languages with a lively and educational event, bringing students together to explore the rich diversity of languages and cultures across Europe. As part of the celebrations, students took part in a quiz that tested their knowledge of European languages, traditions, and cultural facts. From identifying famous landmarks to […]
Outstanding GCSE Results
Staff at Macmillan Academy are today celebrating alongside Year 11 students as they receive their GCSE results. The students have once again demonstrated remarkable perseverance and dedication, which is evident in the excellent outcomes they have secured. Their achievements are a testament to their hard work, supported by the encouragement of staff and parents/carers. Mr. […]
Outstanding Year 13 Results
Macmillan Academy Post 16 is celebrating an exceptional set of results for its Year 13 students, with many achieving top grades that have secured them places at prestigious universities and in industry-leading companies. Against a backdrop of fierce competition for degree courses and apprenticeships nationwide, our students have risen to the challenge and delivered performances […]
Year 8 Writing Anthology 2025
As part of their recent English unit, our Year 8 students have been exploring the conventions of dystopian fiction and developing their own narrative voice. This anthology brings together a curated selection of their original writing, showcasing creativity, control, and some truly striking ideas. Every piece included reflects the hard work and imagination of […]
Summer Term Newsletters
Welcome to the Summer Edition of our School Newsletters! We’re excited to share this term’s newsletter with you, with even more updates, highlights, and stories celebrating our students’ fantastic achievements this term. Parents will have received a direct link via their shared contact details. For everyone else, we’re pleased to make it available right […]