Welcome to The JCB Academy
The JCB Academy Sixth Form in Rocester, Staffordshire, specialises in engineering and business education. We offer STEM-focused A Levels alongside comprehensive technical pathways, including the T Level in Engineering and a range of BTEC qualifications in both subject areas. Our BTEC options are available at three levels – Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Extended Diploma, and Level 3 Certificate – providing flexible routes to suit each learner’s career aspirations.We offer a specialist post-16 curriculum designed to prepare learners for higher education and skilled careers. Our A-Level subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Product Design, which are tailored to complement our technical qualifications. In addition to A-Levels, we provide the T Level in Engineering, alongside our BTEC qualifications in Engineering and Business. These include the Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Extended Diploma, and Level 3 Certificate, ensuring a range of pathways to suit individual learner ambitions.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
University technical college
Suitable Ages
13 to 19
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
788 Total
No. of Boys
618 (78.4%)
No. of Girls
170 (21.6%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
0.0%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
1.19%
A*/A grades
7.14%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
74%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
14%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
17%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
42%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Events
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Admissions Process
Start Application| Oct 2025 | Nov 2025 | Dec 2025 |
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Key Dates & Deadlines
Oct 16, 2025
Annual Open Evening
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 12
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 28
Half Term 2
Jun 7 - Jul 22
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 15 - Feb 19
Easter Break
Apr 2 - Apr 16
Summer Half Term
May 29 - Jun 4
Alumni Stories
Show all storiesIsabel FitzGerald
September 2014
Apprenticeship
Isabel joined the academy in 2014 continuing her education in our sixth form studying A-levels in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry with an AS Level in Further Mathematics. Isabel went on to do a Manufacturing Management Degree Apprenticeship at Rolls-Royce and as part of her apprenticeship, studies part-time for a Master’s degree in Engineering Business Management from the University of Warwick.
Phoebe Jay
September 2010
Apprenticeship
Phoebe joined the academy in 2010 continuing her education in our sixth form studying Engineering, English Literature, and Biology. Phoebe went on to do an Advanced Apprenticeship at Bentley Motors in the Paintshop and now works in Manufacturing Projects. She won Bentley Motors Apprentice of the year in 2018. Within her current role, she integrates bespoke cars and limited editions into manufacturing.Phoebe joined the academy in 2010 continuing her education in our sixth form studying Engineering, English Literature, and Biology. Phoebe went on to do an Advanced Apprenticeship at Bentley Motors in the Paintshop and now works in Manufacturing Projects. She won Bentley Motors Apprentice of the year in 2018. Within her current role, she integrates bespoke cars and limited editions into manufacturing.
Ella Pilsworth
September 2010
University
Ella joined the academy in 2010 continuing her education in our sixth form studying Mathematics, Physics, Further Mathematics and EPQ. Ella went on to study Bioengineering at the University of Sheffield, followed by a Graduate Scheme with Depuy Synthes as a Bioengineer.
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About School
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |