Gosforth Academy

Students Inspired by Paralympian Antony Cotterill Last week, we were delighted to welcome two-time Paralympian Antony Cotterill to Gosforth Academy for an inspiring sports event. Antony represented Great Britain at both the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. He shared his experiences and motivated students through his remarkable sporting journey. The event brought together students from various schools across our Trust, offering them the opportunity to learn from an elite athlete. Students took part in a series of sporting challenges and had the chance to refine their tennis skills through coaching activities and team games. The session encouraged teamwork and determination, while providing valuable insight into the dedication required to succeed in elite sport. Reflecting on the event, Osama, a Year 10 student, said: "Antony was so inspiring. I loved getting to hear his story." Fellow Year 10 student Riley added: "Antony's story helped me learn about resilience and how to persevere when things are challenging." The event was a fantastic opportunity for students from across the Trust to come together, develop new skills and be inspired by Antony's achievements both on and off the court. #GosforthAcademy #AthletesIntoSchools #Paralympics #Inspiration #Resilience #Teamwork #GosforthGroup #StudentSuccess #creatingfutures

Translation talent shines at Gosforth Academy! A huge congratulations to our students who have achieved outstanding success in the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators 2026, a national competition run by the Queen's Translation Exchange at the University of Oxford. With a record 25,000 pupils from 532 schools taking part, the competition is the largest creative translation contest for young people in the UK. Julian and Sidi were runners-up nationally for their German translation and were also crowned North East area winners. Rachel received a highly commended award for her Spanish translation. Mani was also named a North East area winner for Spanish translation. Teachers praised the students' hard work, creativity and commitment, highlighting the achievement as a fantastic example of the success of language learning at Gosforth Academy. #Gosforthacademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures #StudentSuccess #ProudMoment #LanguageLearning #ModernForeignLanguages #MFL #YoungTranslators

A positive day starts with a strong start. Being in school, on time and ready to learn helps students feel settled, focused and prepared for the day ahead. Simple routines at home can make a big difference, from the night before through to the school morning. Thank you for your support in helping your child start each day ready to learn and succeed. #ReadyToLearn #OnTimeEveryDay #AttendanceMatters #GosforthAcademy #PositiveRoutines #EveryDayCounts #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures

Careers Discovery Day 2026 – Inspiring Futures at Gosforth Academy Our Year 10 students had an incredible time at this year's Careers Discovery Day, meeting employers and professionals from a wide range of industries and learning first-hand about the exciting opportunities available to them in the world of work. Throughout the day, students developed valuable skills including communication, teamwork and problem-solving, while gaining a real insight into what employers are looking for and the many different career pathways open to them. A huge thank you to all of the amazing volunteers and organisations who gave up their time to inspire the next generation. Your support makes a real difference, and we couldn't do it without you. Northumbria Police Balfour Beatty Atlas Copco Thompsons Solicitors Catherine McKinnell HMRC Nationwide UK Nexus BowmerAndKirkland Mot MacDonald Kier Group PLC Are you an employer or organisation interested in supporting young people and helping to shape the workforce of the future? We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to get involved in next year's Careers Discovery Day or other careers-related events at Gosforth Academy, please get in touch. #ThompsonsSolicitors #Nationwidesolicitors #KierGroupPLC #Nexus #NorthumbriaPolice #HMRC #catherinemckinnell #AtlasCopco #MottMacDonald #balfourbeatty #BowmerAndKirkland #GosforthAcademy #CareersEducation #FutureReady #EmployabilitySkills #InspiringTheNextGeneration #CareersInspiration #EmployerEngagement #EducationPartnerships #FutureTalent #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures

In honour of the World Cup, Gosforth was delighted to welcome bestselling author Matt Oldfield this week. In assemblies with the whole of Year 10, Matt discussed writing about what you love, and how reading helps him as an author. In smaller workshops, Matt then helped students explore structure in making nonfiction accessible and fun. Thank you again, @mattoldfieldbooks #GosforthAcademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures #inspiration

Celebrating Diversity and Belonging Across Our Trust As we mark the final days of School Diversity Week during Pride Month, we are proud to celebrate the inclusive environments across our academies where every student feels valued and respected. By promoting understanding, kindness and acceptance, we support our students to be confident in who they are, build positive relationships and thrive as part of a diverse community. We are proud of our students and communities, and the role they play in shaping confident, compassionate young people, ready to create their futures. #SchoolDiversityWeek #PrideMonth #InclusionMatters #Belonging #CreatingFutures #Respect #StudentWellbeing

Every student matters. Every day. School isn't just about lessons, it's about belonging, friendships and feeling part of something. When students are in school regularly, they feel more connected, confident and supported in their learning. We really value your support in helping your child attend each day and stay engaged with their school community. Together, we can ensure every student feels included and supported. #gosforthacademy #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #BelongingMatters #EveryStudentEveryDay #SchoolCommunity #AttendanceCounts #ParentPartnership

Our Year 11 ASDAN pupils have been getting hands-on in the school garden this week, developing practical skills while working together to plant, maintain, and care for the space. It's fantastic to see their teamwork, dedication, and pride in creating a positive outdoor environment. Well done to all involved! #WellDone #ProudMoment #MakingADifference #FutureReady #SkillsForLife #InclusiveEducation #SpecialEducation #SEND #LearningByDoing #GosforthAcademy #Gosforthgroup #creatingfutures

Sharing news from the NHS – Neurodiversity Welcome Events We're pleased to share these free NHS drop-in events for families who think their child may be neurodiverse or are waiting for an autism or ADHD assessment. These sessions are a great opportunity to learn about support available in your local area, including: Autism & ADHD assessments Support for parents and carers Local activities and groups Mental health services And more Upcoming sessions: Fri 10 July | 10am–12pm | Cowgate Centre Fri 21 August | 10am–12pm | The Haven, Kenton No booking required – just drop in and speak to friendly professionals. If this could help your family, we'd encourage you to attend #Neurodiversity #AutismSupport #ADHDSupport #ParentSupport #FamilySupport #ChildrenAndFamilies #MentalHealthMatters #CommunitySupport #gosforthgroup #gosforthacademy