Part of the Greater Manchester Academies Trust.
. Learning is at the students’ own pace, allowing them to take exams as and when they are ready for them.
Manchester Communication Academy is a new local high school in North Manchester which opened in September 2010 to Year 7 students. The Academy offers a full range of subjects and specialises in communication – speaking and listening, languages, drama, media and presentation skills, and information communication technology. Students are also able to do their homework at the Academy before and after
18/03/2026
On Monday, some of our KS3 students found the most interesting fact in our new non-fiction books donated by Read Manchester. Their challenge was to read through the books and then debate each other on who's fact was most interesting.
Read Manchester
Manchester Libraries
18/03/2026
⚽ Schools’ Football Week is here! ⚽
From Monday 23rd – Friday 27th, we’ll be celebrating Schools’ Football Week in partnership with Pokémon alongside our Happy Harpurhey event 🎉
During PE lessons, students will take part in a variety of football activities, with even more opportunities available during social times.
Lunchtime activities include:
⚽ 1v1 matches
🎯 Target shots
🎳 Football skittles
KS3 – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
KS4 – Wednesday
13/03/2026
Dear Parents/Carers,
We are delighted to announce that our Easter Holiday Club will be running again during the upcoming Easter holidays.
The programme will take place from Tuesday 7th to Friday 10th April 2026, running daily from 9:30am to 3:00pm. It is open to children aged 7–14, and free breakfast and lunch will be provided each day.
Children attending the Holiday Club will enjoy a wide range of fun and engaging activities, including:
Arts and crafts
Cooking
Dance and drama
Indoor and outdoor sports
Educational activities
This programme is once again funded through the Government’s HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) scheme, with priority places given to children who receive Free School Meals (FSM).
If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, we encourage you to register as soon as possible. Registration is completed through the MCRactive portal by clicking the Register Here -https://shorturl.at/6sBVC
If your child is not eligible for FSM, further details on how to register will be shared in the coming weeks.
For parents/carers who require more information on eligibility, please follow this link- https://www.mcractive.com/activity/free-school-meal-eligibility-in-manchester
12/03/2026
Earlier this week our students had a fantastic first session with 1 Million Mentors!
They met their assigned mentors for the first time and had some really positive conversations about their goals, interests, and how their mentor can support them over the next 12 months. It was great to see students building new connections, asking thoughtful questions, and beginning a journey that will help them grow in confidence, skills, and future aspirations.
A big thank you to the mentors for giving their time and sharing their experience with our students. We’re excited to see these mentoring relationships develop over the coming year!
12/03/2026
Year 11 Parents' Evening
📆Tuesday 31st March
⏰3:30pm - 6:00pm
Parents/carers will receive PPE2 results and have the opportunity to take part in crucial
conversations with teachers about the final steps needed before GCSE exams.
12/03/2026
Dear Students / Parents,
We are excited to invite you to Manchester PeaceJam 2026, taking place on Saturday 21st March at Manchester Communication Academy (Harpurhey) from 9:45am – 5:30pm.
This year’s theme is “Stronger Together” — and the event is designed for young people, by young people.
PeaceJam Manchester Slam is a FREE youth conference for 11–18 year olds who want to:
Explore important issues affecting their communities
Develop ideas for youth-led social action projects
Take part in interactive workshops
Join mentoring “Family Groups” led by university students
Hear from inspiring panel speakers — and even take a turn in the youth hot seat!
The day includes lunch, snacks and a free T-shirt, and there is no cost to attend — but registration is essential.
https://brightelm.eventsair.com/manchester-peacejam-youth-conference-2026/registration/Site/Register
PeaceJam is all about empowering young people to “be the change” they want to see in the world — and we would love for you to be part of it.
If you would like more information, please contact [email protected].
We hope to see you there!
12/03/2026
How you can support your child to manage exam stress
Join Kooth for a free 45 minute webinar and you’ll hear from one of our community engagement team, alongside a clinician from Kooth.
They will offer expert tips on:
- When to take action
- Share practical ideas to help children manage their anxiety
- Discuss how Kooth can provide extra support.
- The content has been written predominantly for families with secondary and higher aged children sitting GCSEs, A- Levels or Nationals and Highers in Scotland.
Book 16th March, 7:00pm -
How you can support your child to manage exam stress Monday 16th March, 7:00pm- 7:45pm
12/03/2026
We are hiring at Manchester Communication Academy - we have 5 new roles!
Site Manager - Year 7 Centre
Site Assistant
Director of Maths
Teacher of Science (plus STEM Co-Ordinator)
Programme Leader - Internal Alternative Provision
To apply and learn more about these roles, please visit - https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/manchester-communication-academy-1061196
11/03/2026
Earlier this week, we welcomed Alumni student Gian Rado back into MCA. Gian highlighted to Year 11’s in assembly the opportunities of taking up an apprenticeship and about his with the BBC currently.
Gian spoke in a workshop with students about his journey since leaving MCA, the exciting work he is currently doing with the BBC and how he encourages all students utilising developing skills and opportunities whilst at school.
08/03/2026
March House Calendar 📅🌼
Check out all the important dates, deadlines, and events happening this month so you don’t miss a thing.
06/03/2026
Today over 70 of our year 10 girls visited The Manchester College to celebrate International Women's Day. They engage in a workshop with 6 inspirational and successful women in their fields. They learnt about their careers, set backs and successes surrounding the IWD theme 'Give to Gain'.
05/03/2026
National Careers Week - Day 4
Today we had a few guest speakers in to talk to our students in KS4. Alumni pupil Millie came to talk about her apprenticeship journey in childcare and why she chose to take this route. As well as our sports science and GCSE PE students learning about a career in football whether that be coaching or playing from a City in the Community Future representative and another alumni student.
Manchester Communication Academy is a new local high school in North Manchester which opened in September 2010 to Year 7 students.
The Academy offers a full range of subjects and specialises in communication – speaking and listening, languages, drama, media and presentation skills, and information communication technology.
Learning is at the students’ own pace, allowing them to take exams as and when they are ready for them. Students are also able to do their homework at the Academy before and after school, with staff from the Academy there to help.
Lessons are inventive and interesting and all students at the Academy are able to use their imagination and grow their talents. The curriculum encourages teamwork, enterprise and collaboration. Parents can help with studies by accessing online updates, reports and information sessions.
Everyone who comes to the Academy is able to learn by taking part in real life projects with BT, who are a lead partner for the Academy. As a result young people are encouraged and supported in becoming independent and inspired learners.
It has fantastic sports facilities including:
- A large new sports hall
- A full size, all weather, flood-lit sports pitch
- Five grass pitches and three other outdoor games areas
If you would like to hire our sports hall / dance drama theatre (that seats 100 people) or our outdoor floodlit 3G astro pitch please contact Martin Roberts on 0161 202 0161.
