Today we celebrated some truly outstanding students at Countesthorpe Academy with a well-deserved Hot Chocolate with the Head! 🍫✨
These amazing young people have: 📚 Excelled in their Bedrock reading challenge, showing a real love for learning
💡 Demonstrated leadership in the 10X Challenge, proving they’re ready to take on the world!
They embody our core values every day: 🤝 Respect – for themselves, others, and their learning
💪 Resilience – pushing through challenges with determination
🏆 Success – striving for excellence in all they do
We’re so proud of their achievements – keep shining! 🌟
#HotChocFriday #CLCCProud #RespectResilienceSuccess #StudentLeadership #BedrockChallenge #10XChallenge
This week, our students engaged in a series of meaningful activities to honor the legacy of Stephen Lawrence. They delved into the history of Stephen’s case, gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of justice and equality. Through workshops and discussions, they explored what it means to be anti-racist and how to actively contribute to a more inclusive society.
To culminate the week, we held a “Wear Something Orange” day, where students and staff donned orange attire in memory of Stephen Lawrence, symbolizing our commitment to standing against racism and promoting unity.
We are incredibly proud of our students for their dedication and enthusiasm throughout this week. Together, we continue to build a community rooted in respect, empathy, and equality. 🌟
#StephenLawrenceWeek #AntiRacism #CountesthorpeAcademy #WearOrange #Unity #Equality #EducationForAll
Today, we celebrate our amazing students who have truly embodied the values of Countesthorpe Academy – respect, resilience, and success. 🏆
Join us in congratulating these brilliant individuals for their outstanding achievements and unwavering commitment to our school community. Their dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed, and we are thrilled to share a warm cup of hot chocolate (or milkshake!) with them as a token of our appreciation. ☕✨
Let’s continue to support and inspire each other to reach new heights! 💪 #CountesthorpeAcademy #HotChocolateWithTheHead #StudentSuccess #SchoolValues #bethebestyoucanbe #awesomestudents
Please be reminded that we will close early on Thursday 8th May 2025 at 2pm.
Buses will depart at 2:10pm.
We will have six lessons as normal, with each lesson being slightly shorter than normal to allow for the early finish, meaning that your child will have the same timetabled lessons for that day.
More information about this early closure can be found on this letter – https://tinyurl.com/39ykr3du
Calling all KS3 students! Dive into exciting science activities every Friday from 3pm to 4pm in Room 47 with Dr Francis. No commitment needed—join whenever you like and explore something new each week, with a practical activity guaranteed! 🌟
Recent Highlight: We embarked on a Mars Mission, designing our own Mars base camps! From planning living areas and power sources to growing food and building Mars rovers, we’ve had a blast exploring life on Mars. 🧑🚀
Ready to join the adventure? See you this Friday!
If you would like more information please contact cfrancis@clcc.college
On Sunday 6th April 2025, five students from Countesthorpe Academy represented the school at the Leicestershire and Rutland Schools Golf Association Championship held at Kibworth Golf Club.🏌️♂️
They competed in both individual and team events against 13 other schools and 60 students.
The standout performer was Isaac, who scored 39 points (3 under his handicap), finishing fourth in the individual nett competition and achieving a new personal best handicap! ⛳🏅
The PREP programme workshops are designed to provide a supportive environment to encourage personal growth and to help students build confidence.
The practical and interactive sessions cover topics such as planning a holiday, changing a tyre, household basics, simple sewing and cooking on a budget, all essential skills to help navigate some of the complexities of adult life. 🛞🧵🧑🍳
Today, we celebrate our amazing students at Countesthorpe Academy with another delightful Hot Chocolate with the Head event! 🍫☕
Congratulations to this week’s winners, who have been nominated by their teachers for their outstanding achievements. These students truly embody the spirit of our academy. 👏
On Friday 11th of April, we will be holding a non-uniform day to raise money for various school projects including celebration events, lunchtime equipment, outdoor gym equipment, developing social areas etc
To join in, students are invited to wear their own clothes in return for a £1 donation.
Non-uniform day is something that students have requested we reintroduce, however in order to make the day a success we need your support in ensuring the following.
- Students wearing their own clothes must still wear appropriate clothing for school.
- Any students dressed inappropriately will be asked to change or we may call you to bring in appropriate clothing.
- Inappropriate dress includes cropped or strappy tops, very short skirts or shorts, items with offensive words or slogans etc.
- Students must still wear their lanyards as these are an essential part of their equipment for school and part of our safeguarding protocol.
- Students must ensure they are still equipped for school, including a school bag, pencil case, any books or homework required for the day. Students should have their PE kit if they have PE on that day.
If your child would like to take part, please send them in with £1 in cash, this will be collected at the school gate.
Students who do not wish to take part should come to school in their usual Countesthorpe Academy school uniform.
We have listened to student voice and we want to make this day a success and part of our academy calendar. However, we must guarantee students wear appropriate clothing, and meet our high expectations of behaviour and conduct throughout the day to ensure we can plan for further non-uniform days in the future.
Box Clever Theatre captivated Year 11 students at Countesthorpe Academy with a dynamic production of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, Macbeth. 🗡️
The performance, tailored specifically for the students, aimed to deepen their understanding of the play’s themes and characters while making the experience both engaging and educational.
Adding an interactive twist, the theatre company invited students to participate in the production, allowing them to step into the shoes of Shakespearean characters. This hands-on involvement not only made the performance more immersive but also helped students connect with the material on a personal level. 👑
Following the performance, Box Clever Theatre hosted a workshop where students learned how to embody the characters they had seen on stage. Through practical exercises and expert guidance, students explored the nuances of acting, gaining insights into character development and stage presence.
Overall, the production was a resounding success, leaving Year 11 students at Countesthorpe Academy inspired and more confident in their understanding and appreciation of Macbeth.
Box Clever is an award-winning, writer-led theatre company dedicated to the creation of contemporary theatre for young people, their commitment to educational enrichment through the arts continues to make a significant impact on young learners. 🎭
