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As the number of secondary school children struggling to read continues to rise across the UK, one Bristol school is taking a stand. City Academy in Bristol is leading the charge in addressing the literacy crisis by introducing targeted reading lessons for students who have fallen behind. Recognising the lifelong

Fourteen Year 7 students from City Academy have collaborated with directors from the prestigious Bristol Old Vic to create a unique and powerful performance inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo And Juliet. Students will showcase their original work on the main stage at Bristol Old Vic in front of

Screenshot City Academy proudly presented A Taste Of Broadway, a dazzling student production of the beloved musical Annie, which was performed over two exciting nights with a talented double cast of 60 students. Under the direction of Rebecca Pearce, audiences were treated to two unique performances showcasing both a young

A report has claimed that thousands of students are missing out on Religious Education (RE) even though RE lessons are compulsory in state funded schools. One member of the House of Lords has called for greater support for schools arguing that RE equips young people with vital skills, including critical

Twenty-five students from Year 7 and Year 11 at City Academy recently had the unforgettable experience of attending a captivating production of Romeo and Juliet at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre. Everything that makes Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy so well-loved was brought to life on stage. The

The CLF’s evolving partnership with Bristol Bears Rugby Club recently brought a special opportunity to students at City Academy Bristol (CAB). Renowned rugby union coach Pat Lam, Director of Rugby at Bristol Bears, visited the academy to share his inspiring journey and valuable life lessons with young

City Academy proudly celebrated National Women’s Day by participating in the Barclays and England Football’s Biggest Ever Football Session. This inspiring initiative brought together girls from schools across the country, aiming to empower and motivate the next generation of female footballers. As part of the celebration, Year

Ex City Academy student Sunchi Chen is the first of  the ‘CLF Alumni 15’, a new network of former pupils, who will form part of our Cabot Learning Federation’s 15th anniversary celebrations. This is what Sunchi has been up to since she left City Academy.    

‘Vibrant and inclusive’ City Academy Bristol is a school where students ‘make good progress’ thanks to a ‘broad and ambitious curriculum’, according to Ofsted inspectors. A team from the education watchdog spent two days assessing the school, during which time they met leaders from the school and

Eighteen students from Years 7 and 8 at City Academy had an unforgettable opportunity to visit the Bristol Old Vic (BOV) to experience the brand-new production of The Little Mermaid. This reimagining of the classic tale featured original songs and lyrics, captivating the audience with its creativity