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26th September 2019News by S Greig

Catcote Academy ‘Trashion show’ 2019

Eco-Schools makes a difference…have fun get creative! As part of gaining our ‘Eco school’ status and bringing awareness on recycling our plastics and other non- biodegradable rubbish around school. We have invited the whole school to take part in the Catcote Academy ‘Trashion ‘show spring/summer 2019. …

26th September 2019News by S Greig

Lip Dub – Thank You This Morning!

One of the most effective ways our students learn is through Performing Arts. Students learn to express themselves in different ways and develop confidence; we have seen incredible progress that has exceeded all expectations. Students who, when they first arrived at Catcote, found it too …

20th September 2019Careers, News by Kris Middleton

Utilita Arena in Newcastle – North-East Skills Event

On 18.09.19 Students from our Sixth Form College attended the annual North-East Skills Event today at Utilita Arena in Newcastle. The event was jam-packed full of interactive, inspiring and informative activities to inspire our students to realise their options and choices for the future. They …

17th September 2019Careers, News by Kris Middleton

University Hospital of Hartlepool Visit

On Monday 16th September students from Catcote Sixth Form College spent the day at The University Hospital of Hartlepool. They had the opportunity to learn about the different jobs within the hospital and also got to speak to staff carrying out a wide range of …

7th August 2019Careers, News by Kris Middleton

Thank you to Morrison’s

Morrison’s Distribution warehouse have been working with Catcote Academy to deliver an employability programme and, also arranging a visit for the students. They have now topped that by donating a massive amount of fresh fruit for our sports day. We would like to say huge …

16th May 2019News by S Greig

Sixth Form Students visit McDonalds

Sixth Form Students visit McDonalds to learn about the different jobs in this sector At Catcote Academy and Sixth Form College, we are keen for our students to learn about different jobs available to them and what qualifications and skills are required to compete for …

7th May 2019News by S Greig

Beacon of Light April 2019

Sixth form students enjoyed a visit to the Beacon of Light on 23.04.19. They participated in a number of sports activities including football, dodge-ball, table tennis and basketball. They had the opportunity for a tour around the sports facility and gained invaluable skills in teamwork, …

3rd May 2019News by S Greig

Lindisfarne Residential Care Home

A new group of 6th Form students went to visit the residents at Lindisfarne Care Home today. For their first visit, they were absolutely outstanding! They interacted with the residents and demonstrated hairdressing, pizza making and planter painting. Students really enjoyed their time there and …

2nd May 2019News by S Greig

WorldSkills UK Inclusive Skills ‘Being Safe Online’ competition

Today 6th Form students attended Hartlepool College of Further Education to participate in a WorldSkills UK Inclusive Skills ‘Being Safe Online’ competition. 21 learners took part from Catcote Academy, Abbey Hill, Hartlepool College of Further Education, and Official New College Durham. All students worked to …

24th April 2019News by S Greig

Sir John Holman visit

We were honoured to host a visit at Catcote Academy by Sir John Holman, a Professor at York University. Sir John was commissioned by The Gatsby Foundation in 2013 to research and develop a framework of 8 benchmarks that define “what good careers guidance” looks …

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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.