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Supporting Our Year 11 Students Through GCSE Exams

News, Notices, Year 11By Mr A Williamson4th May 2026

As we move into the final term for our Year 11 students, we are proud to be providing a comprehensive package of support to help every student feel confident, prepared, and ready to succeed in their GCSE examinations.

Behind the Algorithm: Best Bits, Social Media, Mental Health & Real Stories

Behind the Algorithm, News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson29th April 2026

This special Best Bits episode of Behind the Algorithm brings together the most powerful moments from across the series.

Historic County Cup Win for U14 Girls Football Team

NewsBy Mr A Williamson9th April 2026

Workington Academy are celebrating a truly historic achievement before Easter, as our Under 14 girls football team secured the school’s first ever County Cup title.

Behind the Algorithm: Episode 5 – Mathew Haywood on Content Creation, Reality TV and Social Media

Behind the Algorithm, News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson22nd March 2026

In Episode 5 of Behind the Algorithm, students from Workington Academy Radio speak with Matthew Haywood about his journey as a content creator, his experience of winning Survivor, and the realities of building a presence online.

Behind the Algorithm: Episode 4 – Adrian Dakers on Social Media and Mental Health Impacts

Behind the Algorithm, News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson8th March 2026

In Episode 4 of Behind the Algorithm, students from Workington Academy Radio speak with Adrian Dakers from Little Blackbird Limited about the growing conversation around social media and its impact on young people’s mental health.

Behind the Algorithm: Episode 3 – Year 8 Students on Social Media and Real Life

Behind the Algorithm, News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson23rd February 2026

In Episode 3 of Behind the Algorithm, we turn the focus back to the voices at the heart of this series, students.

Behind the Algorithm: Episode 2 – Will Gardner OBE on Social Media and Algorithms

Behind the Algorithm, News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson9th February 2026

In Episode 2 of Behind the Algorithm, students from Workington Academy Radio speak with Will Gardner OBE, CEO of Childnet, one of the UK’s leading organisations dedicated to keeping children and young people safe online.

Students Launch New Podcast Series with Josh MacAlister OBE MP

News, WA_RadioBy Mr A Williamson2nd February 2026

Students from Workington Academy Radio have officially launched a brand-new podcast series, Behind the Algorithm, opening with a powerful first episode recorded in the school studio with Josh MacAlister OBE MP, Member of Parliament for Whitehaven and Workington and Minister for Children and Families.

Parental Letter – PD Curriculum

Letter, News, NoticesBy Mr A Williamson23rd January 2026

I am writing to you to provide additional updates in relation to our Personal Development curriculum at Workington Academy.

Parent Letter – 19/01/2026

Letter, News, NoticesBy Mr A Williamson19th January 2026

We are writing to share important information about what your child will be learning this half-term at Workington Academy, as well as to highlight the wide range of enrichment clubs and opportunities available to our students.

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