Royal Navy Visit
Recently, a team from the Royal Navy visited the academy to work with a group of students on a variety of tasks designed to develop transferable skills. The students, from different year groups, including Year 9 and the Post 16 Advance group, took part in numerous activities focused on teamwork, communication, and strategy. The sessions were […]
Music Careers Expo
Our 1 Community are excited to invite you to their Music Careers Expo, taking place at Stockton Globe on Monday, April 7th! Hosted by Our 1 Community, ATG Entertainment, and The Enterprise Academy, this event is open to all young people under 25 who are passionate about music and interested in exploring career opportunities in […]
Young Producers
The Young Producers is a monthly meeting of young people at either Preston Park Museum, or Hartlepool Museum Services. They work on producing their own events and exhibitions in these venues and learn about creative careers, supported by staff. Other opportunities occur throughout the programme, recently these have included visits to Berlin and to London. […]
LEGO League Challenge
Macmillan Academy students recently took part in the exciting First LEGO League Challenge, showcasing their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a competition that brings STEM learning to life. It was a fantastic day filled with innovation, collaboration, and plenty of LEGO! Our team worked hard to design, build, and program a LEGO robot to […]
Bring It On! – Easter Holiday Activities
The booking site for the Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland Council’s Easter delivery of the Holiday Activities & Food Programme is now live – Bring It On! There are thousands of places for children from families in receipt of benefit related free school meals to book onto. Please share the booking link with relevant families […]
Simon: A Future in Medicine!
Huge congratulations to Simon B on receiving an offer to study Medicine at Hull York Medical School! This incredible achievement is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for the field. Throughout his time at Macmillan Post 16, Simon has benefited from expert guidance, one-on-one mentoring, and a supportive learning environment that […]
Young Carers Action Day 2025
A young carer is someone aged under 18 who cares for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction, cannot cope without their support. Evidence shows that young carers often face significant challenges, including lower educational attainment compared to their peers. To address this The Junction […]
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, […]