﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:21:21 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>Northampton Academy</title><link>https://http%3a%2f%2fnorthampton.unitedlearningcms.org.uk</link><atom:link href="https://www.northampton-academy.org:443/news/latest-news/ctl/rss/mid/551" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Students Explore the World of Wartime Codebreakers at Bletchley Park]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2858/students-explore-the-world-of-wartime-codebreakers-at-bletchley-park</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2858/20260309_141230_Samantha-Staff.jpg" length="254597"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Our year 7's enjoyed a fascinating guided tour of Bletchley Park, discovering the rich history behind Britain’s codebreaking headquarters. From exploring the historic Mansion and the famous Huts to ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2858/students-explore-the-world-of-wartime-codebreakers-at-bletchley-park</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2858]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ashley Shackell]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Sky Studio's spotlight trip]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2857/sky-studios-spotlight-trip</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2857/PHOTO-2026-02-27-12-54-06-61.jpg" length="39696"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Our Spotlight students recently had the incredible opportunity to visit Sky Studios, where they stepped directly into the world of professional film and television production. 

 The visit gave ...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2857/sky-studios-spotlight-trip</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2857]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Outstanding Leadership on Display at County Winter Games]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2856/outstanding-leadership-on-display-at-county-winter-games</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2856/WIN_20260226_09_41_48_Pro_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="88559"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

 

  Sports Leaders Represent NSSP at the County Winter Games  

 On  Thursday 26th February , a group of our Sports Leaders had an early start as they travelled to Kettering Arena to ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:51:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2856/outstanding-leadership-on-display-at-county-winter-games</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2856]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2855/celebrating-national-apprenticeship-week</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2855/IMG_0744.jpg" length="88585"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[   

 In the week leading up to half term, our school marked National Apprenticeship Week with a couple of inspiring visits from two of our alumni. They generously returned to share their ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:07:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2855/celebrating-national-apprenticeship-week</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2855]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Inspiring Visit: Sixth Form Students Explore Opportunities at Cambridge]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2854/inspiring-visit-sixth-form-students-explore-opportunities-at-cambridge</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2854/IMG_4977.jpg" length="106526"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

Two of our sixth form students, Chau T. and Tiffany M., recently visited Cambridge for an information day. They captured some great photos, and Chau kindly shared a short write‑up reflecting on ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2854/inspiring-visit-sixth-form-students-explore-opportunities-at-cambridge</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2854]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Library Boosts Research Skills Across the School]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2853/library-boosts-research-skills-across-the-school</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2853/Information-Station-wide-shot_Marie-Cechova.jpg" length="187764"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Our library has been working on raising the profile of taught research skills in our school. Research skills include the ability to find suitable sources and use them in academic work. These skills ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:15:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2853/library-boosts-research-skills-across-the-school</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2853]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Outstanding Maths Achievement as Students Advance to Pink Kangaroo]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2852/outstanding-maths-achievement-as-students-advance-to-pink-kangaroo</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2852/maths-champs---pink-kangaroo.jpg" length="86032"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  A massive congratulations to our amazing students who took part in the Intermediate Maths Challenge!  
This 60‑minute, 25‑question multiple‑choice challenge encourages mathematical reasoning, ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:26:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2852/outstanding-maths-achievement-as-students-advance-to-pink-kangaroo</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2852]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ashley Shackell]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[London Trip - National Theatre/ My Neighbour Totoro]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2851/london-trip-national-theatre-my-neighbour-totoro</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2851/20260122_163634.jpg" length="99856"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Spotlight Students recently enjoyed an exciting and inspiring trip to London, where they were given a behind-the-scenes tour of the London National Theatre. During the visit, they discovered how all ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:57:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2851/london-trip-national-theatre-my-neighbour-totoro</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2851]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Success for 9S at Oxford’s First LEGO League Event]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2848/success-for-9s-at-oxford%e2%80%99s-first-lego-league-event</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2848/20260113_140642_Samantha-Staff1.jpg" length="97520"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

 

 Students from 9S recently took part in the First LEGO League competition at Oxford University, where they delivered an excellent performance from start to finish. 

 Throughout the ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2848/success-for-9s-at-oxford%e2%80%99s-first-lego-league-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2848]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[A Fantastic Finish to the 2025 Table Tennis Tournament]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2849/a-fantastic-finish-to-the-2025-table-tennis-tournament</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2849/WIN_20251212_16_08_12_Pro_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="85551"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Table Tennis Club wrapped up an incredible 2025 tournament to end last term, with students battling it out across 300+ matches in both individual and house competitions. The standard was higher than ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:35:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2849/a-fantastic-finish-to-the-2025-table-tennis-tournament</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2849]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[House Spirit on Display in Thrilling Row-a-thon Finish!]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2841/house-spirit-on-display-in-thrilling-row-a-thon-finish</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2841/IMG_0041.jpg" length="297593"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Over the past two weeks, staff and students have taken part in the House Row-a-thon, competing to earn 250 points for their house totals. 

 The atmosphere throughout the event was fantastic, with ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2841/house-spirit-on-display-in-thrilling-row-a-thon-finish</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2841]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[“School Is the Foundation for Life”: Kieron Conway Inspires Elite Sport Students]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2840/%e2%80%9cschool-is-the-foundation-for-life%e2%80%9d-kieron-conway-inspires-elite-sport-students</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2840/Kieron-Conway-2.jpg" length="59170"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Last Thursday, our Elite Sport students were invited to a brilliant Q&A session with  British & Commonwealth Middleweight boxing champion Keiron Conway. 

 Local hero Kieron spoke passionately ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:04:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2840/%e2%80%9cschool-is-the-foundation-for-life%e2%80%9d-kieron-conway-inspires-elite-sport-students</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2840]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Sports Leaders Shine While Officiating the Northampton KS3/4 Boccia Event]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2839/sports-leaders-shine-while-officiating-the-northampton-ks34-boccia-event</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2839/Sports-leaders-Boccia-2_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="81809"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ On Thursday, the 4th December, a team of Northampton Academy Sports Leaders utilised their recent training to host and officiate the Northampton KS3/4 Boccia Tournament. With multiple teams in ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:35:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2839/sports-leaders-shine-while-officiating-the-northampton-ks34-boccia-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2839]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Elite Sport Students Learn from Top Media Professional Chris Lepkowski]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2838/elite-sport-students-learn-from-top-media-professional-chris-lepkowski</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2838/IMG_5314_Simon-Hollyhead.jpg" length="102092"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Our Elite Sport Students recently attended a brilliant interactive workshop led by highly respected media expert Chris Lepkowski. 

 Chris has more than 30 years of experience in journalism to ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:20:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2838/elite-sport-students-learn-from-top-media-professional-chris-lepkowski</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2838]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Fresh From the Love Literacy Conference: Signed Books Hit Our Shelves]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2837/fresh-from-the-love-literacy-conference-signed-books-hit-our-shelves</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2837/NA-Library-News-logo-for-website.jpg" length="757276"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  Signed Library Books from the Love Literacy Conference  

 There’s fantastic news from our library this week—our shelves are now home to  three  newly signed books from an inspiring trio of ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2837/fresh-from-the-love-literacy-conference-signed-books-hit-our-shelves</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2837]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[RED Engineering Workshop Inspires Future Engineers]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2834/red-engineering-workshop-inspires-future-engineers</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2834/Image-4_Jill-Blakey1.jpg" length="82171"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Yesterday, students from 7S, 8S, and 9S took part in an engaging, hands-on engineering workshop delivered by three visiting professionals from RED Engineering, including an electrical engineer and a ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:52:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2834/red-engineering-workshop-inspires-future-engineers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2834]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Recognising Dedication: 15 Students Awarded for Exceptional Attitude to Learning]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2833/recognising-dedication-15-students-awarded-for-exceptional-attitude-to-learning</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2833/English-Nominations-Mr-Ost1.jpg" length="114290"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ We are proud to congratulate 15 of our students who were nominated for a Literacy Award by their English teachers for consistently demonstrating an excellent attitude to learning and completing ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:41:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2833/recognising-dedication-15-students-awarded-for-exceptional-attitude-to-learning</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2833]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lyn Salmons]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Students Celebrate Achievement with Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Awards]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2832/students-celebrate-achievement-with-duke-of-edinburgh-bronze-awards</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2832/D-of-E-Bronze.jpg" length="123822"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ We are proud to announce that a group of our students have successfully completed the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award, demonstrating determination, resilience, and a wide range of skills throughout ...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 22:33:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2832/students-celebrate-achievement-with-duke-of-edinburgh-bronze-awards</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2832]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Year 12 Students Explore Future Pathways at Discover Chemical Engineering Careers Event]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2836/year-12-students-explore-future-pathways-at-discover-chemical-engineering-careers-event</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2836/20251113_130439_Maddie-Dorey-McGriel.jpg" length="115190"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Last week a group of year 12 Students attended the Discover Chemical Engineering careers event, run by the Institute of Chemical Engineers. This fantastic event provided our students with an ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:08:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2836/year-12-students-explore-future-pathways-at-discover-chemical-engineering-careers-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2836]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Student Sports Leaders Impress at Community Multi-Sport Event]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2830/student-sports-leaders-impress-at-community-multi-sport-event</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2830/thumbnail_IMG_1595_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="119158"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ On Thursday 13th November, Northampton Academy hosted a Multi-sport Festival for our community primary schools. The entire event was planned, organised, and led by our fantastic team of Sports ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:28:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2830/student-sports-leaders-impress-at-community-multi-sport-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2830]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>