News from 2026 (69)
Collecting Results this Summer 2026
GCSE Results Day is on Thursday 20th August 2026.
TEMA Band ‘No Coloration’ Show Their Skills at Legendary Manchester Music Venue
Five of our Year 10 students had the opportunity to show their skills on a professional stage, and blow away peers with their musical talent.
Year 10 Students Explore the Mathematics Behind Co-op Live
A group of Year 10 students recently enjoyed an exciting and informative visit to Co-op Live, Manchester's newest entertainment venue, where they discovered how mathematics plays a vital role in running a world-class arena.
Year 10 Languages Visit to the University of Manchester
Students recently took part in an exciting visit to The University of Manchester, as part of the 'University of Manchester Insight into Languages Programme' (UMILAP). We were very fortunate to have this opportunity, as the university arranged a special day exclusively for our students.
Year 8 Lancaster University Campus Visit
A group of Year 8 students recently enjoyed an exciting visit to the Lancaster University campus, where they experienced a taste of university life.
Personal Development Workshops with Eclypse and Manchester Healthy Schools
Our Maths Department opened its doors to some very special guests, welcoming teams from Eclypse and Manchester Healthy Schools into their classrooms, to deliver vital Personal Development sessions to our Year 10 cohort.
Key Stage 3 Students Turn ‘Gas Safety Detectives’ in Cross-Curricular Workshops
This month (June 2026), we were delighted to welcome Cadent into school to deliver an exciting series of interactive workshops for the whole of Key Stage 3.
Year 7 Students Visit GM Fire Safety Centre
Forty of our Year 7 students recently enjoyed a visit to the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service Safety Centre in Bury.
Year 9 Pupils Shine at Comino Crafts Workshops
On Tuesday 16th June 2026, ten Year 9 pupils took part in a range of exciting workshops delivered by Comino Crafts. The students were a credit to the school, demonstrating excellent behaviour, enthusiasm, and engagement throughout the day.Post 16 Transition – A Family Guide
How to support your child's transition to college, sixth form or employment.Is Your Child Entitled to Free School Meals?
We encourage all parents/carers to check if their child is entitled to free school meals (FSM). Being registered for free school meals benefits the student and the school.Year 11 Part Time Employment and Volunteering Support
Advice and guidance on filling your summertime wisely.
Powerful Voices: Listening to the Unheard
As part of our focus on Respect and World Environment Day, students explored the theme of 'Powerful Voices' through a thought-provoking assembly led by our Student Leaders in Year 10 and Year 7.
Careers Visit to Teleperformance (TP) in Manchester
Students recently visited the Teleperformance (TP) offices in Manchester to attend a workshop, which helped them explore different career possibilities in the global digital business sector.
Students Explore Their ‘Passport to Possibility’, in Inspiring GM Higher MFL Workshop
Students in Year 9 and Year 10 took part in an exciting Modern Foreign Languages workshop delivered by Greater Manchester Higher, designed to broaden their horizons and show how languages can shape their futures.
LEGO Therapy Inclusion Trip to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester
As part of our school’s commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing, we were delighted to take fifty students involved in 'LEGO Therapy' on a special educational visit to the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Manchester.Students Featured by BBC for Sir David Attenborough’s Centenary Celebrations
TEMA students have once again been featured by the BBC, this time, as part of a special week of programming to celebrate the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough.
Common Ground – Year 11 BTEC Performing Arts Showcase
As part of our school’s Diversity Festival, our Year 11 Performing Arts students presented Common Ground, an inspiring evening of drama and dance performances showcasing their examination pieces.
Celebrating Care at TEMA
Students across school show care every day in their actions and their attitudes. This half term, we have been focused on celebrating those that demonstrate our value of care consistently and consciously.
Year 8 Students Explore Sustainable Construction
Year 8 students took part in an inspiring full-day workshop led by Matt and Fiona, Architects, in partnership with Bywater Construction, giving pupils a real-world insight into sustainable development and careers in the green economy.
TEMA Host the England Boxing National Schools Championships
On Sunday 3rd May 2026, we were thrilled to host the quarter finals of the boys' England Boxing National Schools Championships for the 2026 season.
Students Develop Oracy Skills With the National Literacy Trust
Year 9 students recently completed the National Literacy Trust's 'Aspire' project, in partnership with Browne Jacobson.
Year 9 Students Build Skills for the Future Through DHL GoTeach Programme
Year 9 students recently took part in the DHL GoTeach programme, an inspiring initiative designed to help young people develop the skills, confidence and ambition needed for the world of work.
Year 10 Rivers Fieldwork
As part of their Geography GCSE, Year 10 students visited Crowden in the Peak District to complete their fieldwork in Crowden Brook.
Year 11 Residential Trip to Ghyll Head in the Lake District
Our Year 11 students recently returned from a memorable residential trip to Ghyll Head in the heart of the Lake District, where they challenged themselves, supported one another and truly lived out our REACH values.
Olympic Silver Medalist Inspires Year 8 Students
Our Year 8 students were treated to a truly unforgettable experience as we welcomed Olympic silver medalist, Caden Cunningham, to the academy.
TravelSafe LiveChat 24/7
A new campaign is encouraging young people across Greater Manchester to use TravelSafe LiveChat to discreetly report crime, antisocial behaviour or suspicious activity on the Bee Network.
Brook Charity Offer Health Workshop
Year 11 students took a break from their usual timetable to welcome specialists from Brook, the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity for young people.
Futureworks – Women in the Creative Industries
A group of Year 8 and Year 9 students, with an interest in creative media, visited Futureworks and took part in various activities such as animation, cinematography and illustration.
Cracking Success: Year 10 Child Development Students Celebrate Outstanding Coursework Results
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievements of our Year 10 Child Development cohort.
Child Development Students Welcome Professional Midwife
Year 10 and 11 Child Development students received a special visit from a professional midwife, providing them with a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world medical practice.
FREE Gym Membership for 11-16 Year Olds
From May half term 2026, Manchester City Council are offering free gym memberships to children aged 11-16 in different centres across Manchester, with East Manchester Leisure Centre our closest one.
Year 10 Students Tackle the Realities of Gambling Addiction
In a hard-hitting Personal Development session, Year 10 students took a deep dive into the science and psychology behind gambling.
Year 8 Gateway Trip
A group of Year 8 students attended an annual visit to The University of Manchester, to explore pathways into high education.
Year 8 ANS Digital and Tech Student Experience
A group of Year 8 students, with an interest in tech careers, visited the ANS offices in Manchester where they took part in various tech related activities.
TEMA Students Get the Singing Bug
All of our Key Stage 3 students had the fantastic opportunity to show off their singing skills, as part of the Royal Northern College of Music’s Gospel Choir Project.
Languages XP Project
Students explored Latin, French and Italian as part of a languages enrichment project, delivered by students from The University of Manchester.
Digital HER Industry Insights Visit
A group of Year 9 girls visited booking.com to find out more about the different digital opportunities they have to offer.
RHS Green Shoots Taster Day
On Wednesday 11th March 2026, fifteen of our students had the exciting opportunity to attend a Green Shoots Taster Day with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
TEMA Music Students Learn From Industry Professionals
The academy's music department took several Year 9 and 10 students to the Co-op Live Arena for the Mic Drop sessions. These sessions were developed to help young people get access to the experience of industry professionals and was organised by MasterCard.
Careers Week 2026
Careers Week 2026 has been an inspiring showcase of the opportunities available to our students as they explore future pathways.Year 10 Languages Visit to the University of Salford
Recently, a group of languages students in Year 10 enjoyed an inspiring visit to the University of Salford. The morning was packed with opportunities to explore languages, experience university life first hand, and reflect on future ambitions.
Empowering the Future: International Women’s Day at TEMA
This March 2026, we celebrated International Women’s Day, a global event dedicated to honouring the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality.
Disney’s High School Musical JR
Disney’s High School Musical JR. was performed at TEMA on Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th February 2026.
World Book Day 2026
We celebrated World Book Day this Thursday 5th March 2026.
Music Students Visit the BRITs!
TEMA music students took a backstage tour of the 2026 Brit Awards.Mobile Phone Pouches
We will be making our school a phone-free space to improve teaching and learning and student wellbeing by using a secure lockable phone pouch system.
Year 8 Trip to a Spanish Restaurant
In February 2026, our Spanish students enjoyed a fantastic cultural experience with a visit to El Rincón de Rafa - and what a memorable trip it was!
Year 9 Visit to the University of Salford
As part of our commitment to promoting ambition and aspirational pathways for students, a group of our Year 9 students visited the University Salford.
Year 10 Explore University Life at the University of Manchester
As part of our commitment to promoting aspirational pathways for students, our Year 10 students had the exciting opportunity to visit the University of Manchester for a campus tour and orientation event, in partnership with GM Higher.
Year 8 Visit to Shree Ram Mandir, Ashton under Lyne
Recently, Year 8 students had the opportunity to visit Shree Ram Mandir, a vibrant Hindu temple located in Ashton under Lyne. This enrichment trip formed part of their Religious Education studies, supporting their curriculum focus on Hindu beliefs, practices, and places of worship.
Year 9 Gateways Visit to The University of Manchester
As part of our commitment to promoting ambition and aspirational pathways for students, a group of our Year 9 students visited The University of Manchester.
Macbeth Brought to Life for Years 10 and 11
On Friday 6th February 2026, students in Years 10 and 11 were treated to a powerful live performance of Macbeth, one of their GCSE English Literature set texts.
National Storytelling Week 2026
This week, our students took part in National Storytelling Week, celebrating the joy of stories through this year’s theme - 'Soundtrack Your Story'.
Student Voice in Action
Five of our Year 7 students proudly took part in the Manchester Healthy Schools Voice Box event.
Inclusion Evening 2026
On Wednesday 21st January 2026, we hosted an Inclusion Evening to celebrate the achievements of our students with special educational needs and those with English as an additional language, while also sharing information about the inclusive provision available at TEMA.
Motionhouse Dance Workshop Inspires East Manchester Academy Students
On Thursday 29th January 2026, we were delighted to welcome two professional dancers from Motionhouse Dance Company for an inspiring and high-energy workshop with our dance students. Motionhouse is a professional company studied as part of the KS4 dance curriculum, so it was a real honour to host...
Child Development Student’s Learning in Action
Recently, our Child Development classes benefited from a number of visitors who generously shared their real life experiences of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
The Brilliant Club
As part of the school’s commitment to developing confident and articulate learners, students were given the opportunity to take part in ‘The Brilliant Club’ Scholars Programme. The programme gives pupils the chance to strengthen their oracy, share ideas and communicate with growing independence.Informed Citizens Group
Recently, our 'Informed Citizens' group met to explore the important issue of period poverty.
Staying Safe When Using Public Transport
Travel safety guidance from the Bee Network and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM).
2026 is the National Year of Reading
At The East Manchester Academy, we believe that reading is the foundation of learning and a vital key to future success. That’s why we are proudly committed to making reading a top priority through our TEMA Read programme, teaching reading across our curriculum and our participation in national e...Unity in Community – Energy Support Available
We are pleased to share information about additional support available to families who may be struggling with rising living costs.
Year 10 Embarks on Essential Mental Health Journey at TEMA
Year 10 students at The East Manchester Academy began a vital new chapter in their Personal Development (PD) curriculum.
Black History Month 2025
Throughout the month of October we celebrated Black History Month. Both our students and staff got involved in highlighting influential people from black communities around the globe.
Empowering Our Students: A Huge Thank You to Kerry Wolstenholme
At The East Manchester Academy, we are committed to providing our students with a holistic education that prepares them for the complexities of the modern world.
TEMA Showcases Music on BBC Breakfast
We were delighted to welcome the BBC to TEMA and to be featured on BBC Breakfast on 22nd December 2025 as part of a national conversation asking: “Why do we stop singing when we reach secondary school?”
