Welcome to Workington Academy

This is your school. These are your people. This is your place.

Respect Responsibility Resilience

Latest news

Stories, achievements and updates from across Workington Academy.

News

Following the success of our A Level students last week, we are delighted to welcome back our GCSE students to celebrate their exam results.

20th August 2026

News

Congratulations to all of our students and good luck with the next chapter, whether it be university, apprenticeships, or entering the workforce.

13th August 2026

News

Workington Academy Radio students stepped into the world of live TV broadcasting last week as part of a special live news day at Workington Academy.

11th July 2026

ON AIR

Student voices. Live shows. Podcasts. Creativity on air.

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The principles that guide everything we do at Workington Academy.

Respect

We treat every person with dignity, celebrate our differences, and create a community where everyone belongs.
Responsibility

We take ownership of our choices, support one another, and contribute positively to our school and wider community.
Resilience

We embrace challenge, learn from setbacks, and keep going — because growth happens when we push through difficulty.

Be the best you can be

This is your school. These are your people. This is your place.

Attend

Every day matters. Being here means being part of the WA community.
Belong

We want every student to feel known, valued and proud to be part of Workington Academy.
Achieve

Through effort, rewards and recognition, we celebrate students who show respect, responsibility and resilience.
Take Part

From clubs and sport to radio, leadership and enrichment, there are opportunities for everyone.
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