Ski Trip 2025
Macmillan Academy Students Hit the Slopes in Claviere, Italy! A lucky group of 27 students and staff from Macmillan Academy set off on an unforgettable 8-day ski trip to Claviere, Italy, last week. Nestled in the stunning Italian Alps, Claviere boasts amazing slopes and breathtaking scenery – the perfect setting for an action-packed adventure in […]
Year 9 Routes 2025
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 […]
Higher Ideas Exchange 2025
Future Pathways at Higher Ideas Exchange Our students and their families recently took full advantage of a really informative Higher Ideas Exchange event! The evening provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with university representatives, explore higher education options, and gain key insights into the journey ahead. An Evening of Insight and Exploration Students from Year 9, KS4, […]
Top Performing Sixth Form
Macmillan Post 16 is recognised in the Top 19 Performing State Sixth Forms in the North East Our sixth form, known as Post 16, has been recognised as one of the top-performing State sixth forms in the North East of England, achieving an impressive A Level point score of 35.01, which equates to an average […]
Chinese New Year Celebration
Mandarin Students Shine in Chinese New Year Celebration Our talented Mandarin students showcased their passion for learning with a fantastic Chinese New Year celebration! The event was a vibrant display of cultural appreciation, filled with engaging activities, interactive quizzes, and excellent presentations designed to highlight the beauty of the Chinese language and traditions. An […]
The Zen Bus
This week, we were delighted to welcome the Zen Bus to the academy, giving students the opportunity to take part in a unique and engaging wellbeing experience. The visit was made possible thanks to Wates Construction, who generously funded this initiative as part of their commitment to social value and community wellbeing. The Zen Bus Project is an innovative […]
Exceptional University Offers
At Macmillan Post 16, we are thrilled to share some amazing news about our students and their university offers. Here’s a glimpse of the success stories that are making us so proud! Thomas: A Passion for Language, A Place at Cambridge! Thomas has been offered a place to study Spanish & Portuguese at Cambridge University. Thomas […]
Jobs Fair 2025
This year’s Annual Jobs Fair at Macmillan was yet again an outstanding success, bringing together over 50 local employers eager to showcase their businesses and the exciting career opportunities available to our students. The event was an invaluable opportunity for students, parents, and local businesses alike, creating connections and sparking potential future careers. A Thriving Community […]
Enrichment Activities – Spring Term 2025
Calling All students – Discover New Opportunities with Macmillan’s Enrichment Activities! Looking to try something new, learn valuable skills and have fun? An enrichment is the perfect chance to do just that! Whether you want to explore a new hobby, build on existing skills, or meet like-minded people, there’s something for everyone. Have you […]
Christmas Wishes!
It’s Christmas, and all of us here at the academy want to wish you a very happy and joyful holiday season! To add to the festive spirit, our Year 11 music students popped into the studio on the last day of term to record a special festive medley. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas […]