British Science Week was a fantastic opportunity to explore the importance of science, with this year’s theme focusing on “Change and Adaptation”. Students across the Academy took part in a range of exciting activities, discovering how science helps us understand and respond to an ever-changing world.
On Wednesday 12th March and across the week, Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent marked Young Carers Action Day, recognising the incredible contributions of the young carers within our Academy community.
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A group of Year 8 and 9 Scholars from Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent recently took part in the Magistrates’ Mock Court Trial, an exciting competition designed to give students first-hand experience of the legal system. Held on a Saturday whilst the court was not in normal session, the competition saw six schools from across Staffordshire and Cheshire go head-to-head in a realistic courtroom setting.
Eight pairs of talented students from Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent recently took part in the Stoke heats of the Culinary Competition, battling it out in a Ready, Steady, Cook-style showdown. The competition challenged students to plan, cook, write their method, plate up, and leave their workstations spotless—all while working under pressure
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Today marked a proud moment at Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent as the very first Headteacher’s Achievement Awards were presented. This new initiative celebrates outstanding student achievements, recognising those who go above and beyond in their dedication, resilience, and success.
As part of Numeracy Week, students at Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent took part in an exciting Pi Day competition on 14th March, testing their memory and mathematical skills by recalling as many digits of Pi as possible.
A group of Year 10 students from Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent recently had the exciting opportunity to take part in a hands-on cooking workshop at Food Sorcery, a specialist cookery school in Didsbury that offers expert-led classes in a professional kitchen environment.
A huge congratulations to Charlie in Year 8, whose dissertation has been published in the Brilliant Club’s annual academic journal—an incredible achievement, as only 30 essays are chosen from around 20,000 participants nationwide.
Just before British Science Week, GCSE Triple Science students from Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent had an incredible opportunity to attend GCSE Science Live in Sheffield, where they heard from five of Britain’s leading scientists working at the cutting edge of their fields. The event aimed to inspire young people by showcasing the real-world impact of science and providing expert advice on GCSE success.
Roza and Luo Chen proudly represented Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent at the Co-op Academies Trust Public Speaking and Spoken Word Competition, impressing both judges and audiences alike with their powerful and thought-provoking speeches.
The excitement is heating up at Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent as our talented young chefs prepare for the upcoming Trust Culinary Competition! We are thrilled to announce that six pairs of students have been selected from a large number of enthusiastic entrants to compete in the challenge, and they have excelled in two recent preparation sessions.
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Year 11 Performing Arts students from Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent had an unforgettable experience as they travelled to BAFTA HQ in London for a career insights day, exploring opportunities in the film, television, and creative industries. The trip took place during National Careers Week, making it a perfect opportunity to inspire students about future career paths.
