Careers – Page 14 – Catcote Academy

Brandon began his work placement today at Brierton Sports Centre to support the Love Hartlepool Games Project today. This project is to offer access to primary school children who were unable to take part outdoor activities due to Covid. The programme will run for two …

17th June 2022Careers by S Greig

Lindisfarne Elderly Care Provision

Some fantastic news this week and some a great example of an employer observing the skills our young people possess and demonstrate when at work. Lindisfarne Care Home have offered Courtney Garbutt a full-time position as activities co-ordinator following her Supported Internship with the STEPs …

15th June 2022Careers by S Greig

Publicity Seekers

Huge thanks to Sam Lee from Publicity Seekers for leading an assembly to our key stage 3 & 4 students. In preparation for the up and coming annual ‘Trashion Show’ students received some top tips for marketing and arranging an event! They learnt about Sam’s …

27th May 2022Careers by S Greig

Mock Interviews – 24th May 2022

This week our STEPs students have completed some very formal Mock Interviews. They were given a job specification to read and apply for; C.V’s were created and updated and a set of key questions used to assess their interview. We were very appreciative of the …

23rd May 2022Careers by S Greig

BIS Hartlepool

Students from our Sixth Form absolutely loved attending the @BIS Hartlepool, where they attended a workshop with the wonderful Kim & Jane from @Do Creative. Using Powertex techniques students were able to use their creative skills to make their own Journals! Students learnt about the …

28th March 2022Careers by S Greig

Choices Event

Catcote Academy Annual Choices Event Our Annual choices event was held today for the first time in over two years! It was a huge success, with over 25 providers offering information, advice and guidance. The event was well supported from a wide range of stakeholders, …

21st March 2022Careers by S Greig

Malachy attended NEVRLABS

Malachy attended NEVRLABS for his placement today. He was really excited to get started. He began by meeting Reece the manager who took him on a tour of the centre and then they had a ‘mock’ interview. He learnt how to set up a VR …

18th March 2022Careers by S Greig

Alex at the NEVRlab

Today Alex began his photography project at NEVRlabs. He researched the NEVR LABS website and made a list of the photographs which should be updated. He then began practicing using the camera, using different angles, lighting etc. Alex took lots of photographs to update the …

18th March 2022Careers by S Greig

Enterprise Week

Last week, two of our Key Stage 3 classes took part in their first #Enterprise Workshops in which they were introduced to ‘The Enterprise Commandments”. Amanda said, ‘They were a pleasure to teach. I really enjoyed my afternoon with these students, answering all their questions …

18th March 2022Careers by S Greig

Harrison at the NEVR labs

Harrison started a movie project at NEVRlabs. He is creating a video all about the history of VR. Today he is learning how to use Movie Vegas. Well done Harrison

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CATCOTE ACADEMY

We are committed to and passionate about the learning and progress of our students. Staff and trustees have high aspirations for our learners and we aim to provide a high quality, relevant and balanced education for all our students that focuses on individual, personal and academic achievement that will enhance the life opportunities for our young people as they move into the adult world. There is a happy and positive atmosphere in which students can fulfil their potential and grow in self-confidence with respect for the people and environment around them.