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Year 7 students at John Cabot Academy are excited to be taking part in the Future Brunels programme, an initiative designed to inspire and enthuse young people with science and engineering throughout their time at secondary school. As part of the programme, students recently visited the quayside

Nathan Richardson, assistant principal at John Cabot Academy in Kingswood, Bristol, said there was an “element of nervousness” among Year 11 students, but a “positive” mood overall. To read the full story on BBC Bristol’s News website please click here.

Exclusive research has revealed that two-thirds of parents in the West Country would support a ban on children under the age of 16 using social media. The survey also found that more than half of parents believe their children’s mental health is being negatively affected by using social media on

  John Cabot students and staff transported audiences to an enchanting land in a delightful stage adaptation of L Frank Baum’s beloved tale The Wizard Of Oz. This timeless story follows young Dorothy Gale, played by Iris Hutton and Sophie Townsend (both Year 11), who is swept

We are excited to be putting on a live production of ‘Wizard of Oz’ the musical at John Cabot Academy on Tuesday 25th, Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th March showcasing the many talents of our students. If you would like to come along and enjoy our performance, tickets can be booked by emailing

Our Ofsted report has featured in a Kingswood Voice article. Please see below for all the details.

A secondary school with sixth form provision on the outskirts of Bristol was described as ‘aspirational’ by Ofsted following an inspection. John Cabot Academy, which includes the CLF Post 16, was inspected on November 5 and 6 and inspectors found that the sixth-form provision was ‘Outstanding’ and every other key judgement

Many of you will know Ellis Genge as a rugby star who has found fame and success with Bristol Bears and the England Rugby international team – but a handful of colleagues will

  He admits to being ‘naughty’ during his school days at John Cabot Academy – but now Tom Dewey FRSA is a renowned poet and playwright considered one of the most influential young people in Bristol. Tom is the latest former pupil spotlighted

An ‘inclusive’ environment, ‘ambitious curriculum’ and a ‘rich learning experience’ have helped Bristol’s John Cabot Academy retain its rating of ‘Good’ from Ofsted inspectors. A team from the education watchdog spent two days assessing the academy, during which time inspectors met with senior leaders, teachers and students,