﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:17:36 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[Elite Sport Programme Visit Inspires Students with University Experience]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2878/elite-sport-programme-visit-inspires-students-with-university-experience</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2878/Unknown-5.jpeg" length="82443"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ On Thursday 4th June, future-focused Elite Sport Programme students visited the University of Bedfordshire to discover new opportunities, explore career options, and gain inspiration for the next ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2878/elite-sport-programme-visit-inspires-students-with-university-experience</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2878]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ashley Shackell]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[The Dance Summer Showcase]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2875/the-dance-summer-showcase</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2875/PHOTO-2026-06-01-17-28-49-7.jpg" length="111705"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Northampton Academy was delighted to host its Summer Dance Showcase, an evening filled with creativity, energy and outstanding performances from our talented students. 

 The showcase featured a ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2875/the-dance-summer-showcase</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2875]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Year 7 Students in Interactive DEAR Time Library Lesson]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2874/year-7-students-in-interactive-dear-time-library-lesson</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2874/IMG_0003.jpg" length="194521"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Year 7 students recently took part in an engaging library lesson designed to support their book choices for DEAR Time (Drop Everything And Read). The activity encouraged students to discover ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:35:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2874/year-7-students-in-interactive-dear-time-library-lesson</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2874]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[From Passion to Profession: Matt Salmons Shares His Career Journey]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2873/from-passion-to-profession-matt-salmons-shares-his-career-journey</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2873/IMG_0021.jpg" length="56858"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[   

   

  

 

 On Thursday, Matt Salmons, Social Media Manager for Northampton Town FC, visited NA to deliver an engaging workshop. 

 Matt provided valuable insight into his career so ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:06:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2873/from-passion-to-profession-matt-salmons-shares-his-career-journey</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2873]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Netball Star Beth Cobden Inspires Elite Students in Exclusive Coaching Session]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2872/netball-star-beth-cobden-inspires-elite-students-in-exclusive-coaching-session</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2872/Beth6.jpg" length="67624"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[   

   

  

 

 On Tuesday, 47 girls in Years 7–10 had an unforgettable experience as England international and Loughborough Lightning wing defence  Beth Cobden  joined us for a special ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:52:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2872/netball-star-beth-cobden-inspires-elite-students-in-exclusive-coaching-session</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2872]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Four Students Explore Civic Life Through Northampton Council Placement]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2870/four-students-explore-civic-life-through-northampton-council-placement</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2870/STUDENTS--3-22-04-26.jpg" length="171730"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

 

 Four students recently completed a work experience placement with Northampton Council, where they gained valuable insight into local government operations. As part of their experience, ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:35:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2870/four-students-explore-civic-life-through-northampton-council-placement</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2870]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Students Meet Former Academy Pupil During Oxford University Experience]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2871/students-meet-former-academy-pupil-during-oxford-university-experience</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2871/IMG_2145_Hannan-Saleh.jpg" length="191875"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Year 10 students had the exciting opportunity to visit the University of Oxford as part of the launch of the Oxford Next Generation Programme. During the trip, students explored the university’s ...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 14:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2871/students-meet-former-academy-pupil-during-oxford-university-experience</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2871]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Students Explore Science and Innovation on Leeds Educational Trip]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2869/students-explore-science-and-innovation-on-leeds-educational-trip</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2869/20260423_121738.jpg" length="140192"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

 

 Some of our Year 10 students recently set off on an exciting STEM adventure to Leeds, immersing themselves in discovery beyond the classroom. 

 Their journey took them to a range of ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:55:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2869/students-explore-science-and-innovation-on-leeds-educational-trip</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2869]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ashley Shackell]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Joel Foster - Masterclass]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2868/joel-foster-masterclass</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2868/IMG_08181.jpeg" length="90002"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ We were delighted to welcome songwriter Joel Foster to Northampton Academy, where he worked with our Spotlight Cohort to provide an insight into the world of music and songwriting. 

 Originally ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2868/joel-foster-masterclass</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2868]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Year 12 Student Lands Spot at Prestigious Cambridge Women in Maths Programme]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2866/year-12-student-lands-spot-at-prestigious-cambridge-women-in-maths-programme</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2866/5b0a4cf9-6240-43e2-bc7e-f774f411f293.jpg" length="144548"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[  

Our Year 12 student,  Liv S , was recently selected to take part in a  Women in Maths residential at Cambridge University  during the Easter break — an incredible achievement!  

 Liv has ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:34:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2866/year-12-student-lands-spot-at-prestigious-cambridge-women-in-maths-programme</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2866]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[My Character Day]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2865/my-character-day</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2865/IMG_04161.jpg" length="195699"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ We had the most incredible time on Friday 27th March, joining our fellow United Learning schools for My Culture Day! 

 Students and staff embraced the spirit of the event by wearing traditional ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2865/my-character-day</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2865]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ashley Shackell]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Spotlight Cohort 2 - Urban strides]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2863/spotlight-cohort-2-urban-strides</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2863/Media-11.jpeg" length="110525"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Urban strides visited Northampron Academy Showing Spotlight cohort 2 students a taste of what Urban strides and street dance is all about. During the master class the studnets learnt moves like "the ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2863/spotlight-cohort-2-urban-strides</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2863]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Sports Leaders Step Up: Level 1 Qualification Milestone Reached]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2862/sports-leaders-step-up-level-1-qualification-milestone-reached</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2862/3_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="119583"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ On Thursday 19th March, the newly recruited Sports Leaders completed their training day, as part of the completion of their Level 1 qualification. The training day involved a mixture of both theory ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:55:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2862/sports-leaders-step-up-level-1-qualification-milestone-reached</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2862]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rebecca Tate]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Teamwork Triumphs in Table Tennis Club’s Doubles Competition]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2861/teamwork-triumphs-in-table-tennis-club%e2%80%99s-doubles-competition</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2861/TTennis-doubles-champs_Emily-Carter-Morris.jpg" length="106123"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Across the last term, the Table Tennis after school club has ran a students doubles tournament. Students were paired up across the club, a player from Year 7/8/9 alongside a player from years 10/11. ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2861/teamwork-triumphs-in-table-tennis-club%e2%80%99s-doubles-competition</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2861]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lyn Salmons]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Northampton Academy Recognised as Flagship School for National Inclusion Initiative]]></title><link>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2859/northampton-academy-recognised-as-flagship-school-for-national-inclusion-initiative</link><enclosure type="image/jpg" url="https://www.northampton-academy.org/Portals/0/EasyDNNNews/2859/IQM-Student-photo-2-web.jpg" length="131872"></enclosure><description><![CDATA[ Students and staff at Northampton Academy are celebrating after being awarded Flagship School status by Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM), the programme’s highest accolade, for its sustained excellence ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:20:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://www.northampton-academy.org/news/latest-news/artmid/551/articleid/2859/northampton-academy-recognised-as-flagship-school-for-national-inclusion-initiative</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[cb60ef93-9820-4e44-bd7e-76c556f6f1af-2859]]></dc:identifier></item><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></channel></rss>