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Tuesday 9 September 2025

Join Our Open Evening and Open Doors Events

We are excited to welcome prospective parents/carers and their young people to our upcoming open events to allow the community to see our brilliant school in action.

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Thursday 28 August 2025

Join Our Inspiring School Team

Passionate about education? The Skipton Academy is hiring Teaching Assistants, a TMP Teaching Assistant, and a Site Support Officer. Apply today!

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Thursday 21 August 2025

Skipton Achieves Best GCSE Results

The Skipton Academy marked its best ever GCSE results, celebrating student resilience, staff dedication, and a bright future ahead.

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Wednesday 13 August 2025

Moroccan Expedition Builds Skills, Memories

For 14 days, Skipton Academy students immersed themselves in Moroccan life - building, trekking, and developing life-changing skills.

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Principal's Welcome

It is a privilege to introduce myself as the new Principal of The Skipton Academy. Having been part of this wonderful school community for the past seven years, I am delighted to continue our journey of growth and success in this new role. I would also like to thank Mr. Richard McManus, who now takes on the role of Executive Principal for Moorlands Learning Trust, for his outstanding leadership and support in shaping the academy into the thriving school it is today.

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At The Skipton Academy, we are proud of our brilliant students, whose hard work, talent, and determination inspire us daily. They are supported by a dedicated and passionate staff team, who go above and beyond to create an ambitious and caring learning environment. Equally, we are fortunate to have the encouragement of supportive parents and carers, who play such an important role in helping every child to flourish.

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Mark Cook | Principal

Tue
23
Sep
2025

Open Doors

Book a visit during the school day, to see the school in action.

Wed
24
Sep
2025

Open Doors

Book a visit during the school day, to see the school in action.

Wed
24
Sep
2025

Open Evening

Inviting all prospective parents and students to The Skipton Academy from 5:00pm

Thu
25
Sep
2025

Open Doors

Book a visit during the school day, to see the school in action.

Wed
8
Oct
2025

Year 7 Meet the Tutor Evening

An opportunity to meet your child's form tutor and discuss their first month at The Skipton Academy

Fri
24
Oct
2025

Training Day

School closed to all students

Sun
26
Oct
2025

Wed
26
Nov
2025

Y9 - Battlefields Trips Depart

Battlefields Trip to Belgium departs from Ilkley Grammar School today!

Wed
12
Nov
2025

PTA Meeting Half-Term 2

Meeting in school, have your say and contribute to the school life

Fri
14
Nov
2025

Children in Need

Non-Uniform day raising money for Children in Need

Mon
24
Nov
2025

Fri
5
Dec
2025

Year 11 Mock Exams

Year 11 Mock exams are scheduled to take place during this fortnight.

Fri
28
Nov
2025

Training Day

School closed to students

Sat
29
Nov
2025

Y9 - Battlefields Trips Returns

Battlefields Trip to Belgium returns to Ilkley Grammar School today!

Thu
11
Dec
2025

Year 7 Theatre Visit - TBC

Theatre Visit for Year 7's celebrating their first term

Tue
16
Dec
2025

Christmas Lunch

An opportunity for students to enjoy a Christmas lunch with their friends and teachers

Tue
16
Dec
2025

Christmas Jumper Day

Christmas Jumper Day raising money for The Principal Trust and The Skipton Academy PTA and Friends

Fri
19
Dec
2025

Autumn Celebration Assembly

Celebrating students' achievements from the last academic term

Sat
20
Dec
2025

Sun
4
Jan
2025

Christmas Holiday

Closes - 20th December at 12:30 Opens - 5th January at 08:30

Mon
5
Jan
2026

Spring Term

Spring Term commences for all students.

Wed
14
Jan
2026

Year 11 Parents Evening

An opportunity for parents and carers to speak to teachers and ask any questions.

Wed
21
Jan
2026

Revision & Exam Prep Evening

Supercharge your child's exam prep! Essential tips for success.

Wed
21
Jan
2026

PTA Meeting Half-Term 3

Meeting in school, have your say and contribute to the school life

Wed
4
Feb
2026

Year 8 Parents' Evening

An opportunity for parents and carers to speak to teachers and ask any questions.

Wed
11
Feb
2026

PTA Meeting Half-Term 4

Meeting in school, have your say and contribute to the school life

Sat
14
Feb
2026

Sun
22
Feb
2026

Spring Half Term Holiday

School closes for the half-term holiday.

Mon
23
Feb
2026

School Re-opens

Spring Half Term 2 begins for all students

Tue
24
Feb
2026

Year 9 Options Assembly

Year 9 Options launch assembly for students

Thu
26
Feb
2026

Careers Day

Inspiring Minds, Raising Aspirations

Mon
2
Mar
2026

Year 11 GCSE Mock Exams

Year 11 Mock exams are scheduled to take place during this fortnight.

Mon
2
Mar
2026

Fri
6
Mar
2026

National Careers Week

Celebrating National Careers Week with in school events

Wed
4
Mar
2026

Year 9 Parents Evening

An opportunity for parents and carers to speak to teachers and ask any questions.

Fri
13
Mar
2026

Red Nose Day 2025

Non-Uniform day raising money for Red Nose Day

Sat
21
Mar
2026

Bronze DofE Practice Expedition

DofE Practice Weekend Walk 1

Tue
24
Mar
2026

Year 9 Options Launch

Options Launch for Year 9 Students

Thu
26
Mar
2026

Year 6 into 7 Launch Evening

Launch evening via Microsoft Teams for parents and students joining The Skipton Academy

Fri
27
Mar
2026

Spring Celebration Assemblies

Celebrating students' achievements from the last academic term

Sat
28
Mar
2026

Sun
12
Apr
2026

Easter Holiday

School closes for all students.

Mon
13
Apr
2026

Summer Term

Summer Term commences for all students.

Wed
22
Apr
2026

PTA Meeting Half-Term 5

Meeting in school, have your say and contribute to the school life

Wed
29
Apr
2026

Year 10 Mock Interviews

Mock interviews in preparation for students' work experience placements

Mon
4
May
2026

May Day

School closed

Tue
5
May
2026

GCSE Summer Examination

External Summer Examination window for Year 11 students

Sat
9
May
2026

Sun
10
May
2026

Bronze Practice Expedition

DofE Bronze Expedition practice walk

Wed
13
May
2026

Year 7 Parents' Evening

An opportunity for parents and carers to speak to teachers and ask any questions.

Wed
20
May
2026

Year 10 Parents Evening

An opportunity for parents and carers to speak to teachers and ask any questions.

Sat
23
May
2026

Sun
31
May
2026

Summer Half Term Holiday

School closes 3:15pm for the half-term holiday.

Mon
1
Jun
2026

School Re-opens

Summer Half Term 2 begins for all students

Mon
8
Jun
2026

Year 10 Mock Exams

Mock examination fortnight or Year 10 students

Wed
10
Jun
2026

PTA Meeting Half-Term 6

Meeting in school, have your say and contribute to the school life

Mon
22
Jun
2026

Year 6 Small Group Transition Day

Additional transition day for a small number of students

Wed
24
Jun
2026

Year 6 Transition Day 1

First transition day for all Year 6 students joining The Skipton Academy

Wed
24
Jun
2026

Year 6 Parent Transition Evening

Join us to support your child’s smooth move to Year 7

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Thu
25
Jun
2026

Year 6 Transition Day 2

First transition day for all Year 6 students joining The Skipton Academy

Fri
26
Jun
2026

Year 11 Prom

Prom Event for Year 11 students.

Mon
13
Jul
2026

Thu
16
Jul
2026

Challenge and Celebration Week

Celebrating students' achievements and work with a range of enrichment opportunities

Fri
17
Jul
2026

Summer Celebration Assemblies

Celebrating students' achievements from the last academic term. School closes at 12am.

Fri
17
Jul
2026

Dress Down Day

Dress Down Day raising money for The Principal Trust and The Skipton Academy PTA and Friends. School closes at 12am.

Sat
18
Jul
2026

Tue
1
Sep
2026

Summer Holiday

Closes - 18th July 2025 at 12:00 Opens - 1st Sept 2025

Thu
20
Aug
2026

GCSE Results Day

GCSE Results Day 930am - 10am

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Careers

The careers support programme at The Skipton Academy focuses on encouraging each student to consider a wide range of career pathways and provides the support to make their goals a reality.

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Admissions and Transition

Admission and transition are crucial in ensuring that students at The Skipton Academy are prepared for the next step in their educational journey. The curriculum is designed to be balanced, challenging and relevant.

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Useful links for Parents

At the heart of the Skipton Academy, is the positive relationship between students, parents/carers, and teachers. To enrich and broaden students' experience they can partake in a range of enrichment opportunities.

Tuesday 9 September 2025

Join Our Open Evening and Open Doors Events

We are excited to welcome prospective parents/carers and their young people to our upcoming open events to allow the community to see our brilliant school in action.

Read more

Thursday 28 August 2025

Join Our Inspiring School Team

Passionate about education? The Skipton Academy is hiring Teaching Assistants, a TMP Teaching Assistant, and a Site Support Officer. Apply today!

Read more

Thursday 21 August 2025

Skipton Achieves Best GCSE Results

The Skipton Academy marked its best ever GCSE results, celebrating student resilience, staff dedication, and a bright future ahead.

Read more

Wednesday 13 August 2025

Moroccan Expedition Builds Skills, Memories

For 14 days, Skipton Academy students immersed themselves in Moroccan life - building, trekking, and developing life-changing skills.

Read more

Friday 1 August 2025

Newsletter Wraps Up Term

End-of-term newsletter out now! Catch up on highlights, achievements & more.

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Monday 21 July 2025

Adventures Beyond the Classroom Walls

Students embraced adventure, culture, and creativity during Challenge and Celebration Week, gaining lifelong skills outside the traditional classroom.

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Friday 18 July 2025

Celebrating Achievement Across the Academy

End-of-Term Assemblies honoured Skipton Academy students with awards for achievement, progress, resilience, and embodying school values.

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Thursday 10 July 2025

Sports Weeks Celebrate Inclusion and Achievement

Skipton Academy’s Sports Weeks united all year groups in inclusive competitions, boosting confidence, motivation, and lifelong appreciation for sport.

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Monday 7 July 2025

Colour Run Unites School Community

Over 600 participants joined Skipton Academy’s first colour run, raising £5,500 while celebrating fun, fitness, and community spirit.

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Moorlands Learning Trust

About our trust

Moorlands Learning Trust (MLT) was formed on July 1st 2017, when Ilkley Grammar School converted its single academy trust to multi-academy trust (MAT) status. The Skipton Academy joined in 2019 as our first partner academy, and during 2023/24 we welcomed Ashlands Primary, Burley Oaks Primary, Eastburn Primary, Menston Primary and Nidderdale High School. Benton Park School joined our Trust on 1st August 2025.

About our trust

Moorlands Learning Trust (MLT) was formed on July 1st 2017, when Ilkley Grammar School converted its single academy trust to multi-academy trust (MAT) status. The Skipton Academy joined in 2019 as our first partner academy, and during 2023/24 we welcomed Ashlands Primary, Burley Oaks Primary, Eastburn Primary, Menston Primary and Nidderdale High School. Benton Park School joined our Trust on 1st August 2025.

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The Skipton Academy

The Skipton Academy is a part of Moorlands Learning Trust, a company incorporated in England and Wales, limited by guarantee with registered company number 07663864 Registered office address: Cowpasture Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 8TR

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