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Transition information

We are really looking forward to meeting our new Year 7 cohort of students over the next few months.

Below, you'll find links to various areas of our website that you can browse to give more information about Dixons Cottingley Academy, and the opportunities we will offer your child over their secondary education journey.

Please join us for one of our transition events:

Transition day: 1 July 2026 from 8:30am at Dixons Cottingley Academy

Latest News & Events

See below some of the recent news and events happening at our academy!

News | 8th July 2026

Explore our annual whole-trust virtual art exhibition!

Journey, our annual virtual art exhibition, is now live, showcasing the creativity, talent and individuality of students from more than 20 academies across Dixons Academies Trust.

Events | 15th September 2026

Transition information

Latest News & Events

Explore our annual whole-trust virtual art exhibition!

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