Lipson Academy
@lipsonacademy.bsky.social
The highest performing non-selective school in Plymouth
A LITTLE taster of the Lipson and Ivybridge Big Bands from their joint free concert in the Muse.
An absolutely amazing collaboration from very talented musicians showcasing the fantastic Music Department at each school.
#LipsonLife💙
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An absolutely amazing collaboration from very talented musicians showcasing the fantastic Music Department at each school.
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/lpVY8NF82q8
Lipson and Ivybridge Big Bands - February 2026
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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February 11, 2026 at 9:31 AM
A LITTLE taster of the Lipson and Ivybridge Big Bands from their joint free concert in the Muse.
An absolutely amazing collaboration from very talented musicians showcasing the fantastic Music Department at each school.
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/lpVY8NF82q8
An absolutely amazing collaboration from very talented musicians showcasing the fantastic Music Department at each school.
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/lpVY8NF82q8
February 10, 2026 at 9:35 AM
WE have been helping out the @rspb.bsky.social this week, taking part in the Big Schools’ Birdwatch.
Every January and February, the RSPB asks students across the UK to count the birds in their school grounds, creating a snapshot of how birds are doing across UK schools.
#LipsonLife💙
Every January and February, the RSPB asks students across the UK to count the birds in their school grounds, creating a snapshot of how birds are doing across UK schools.
#LipsonLife💙
February 6, 2026 at 10:09 AM
WE have been helping out the @rspb.bsky.social this week, taking part in the Big Schools’ Birdwatch.
Every January and February, the RSPB asks students across the UK to count the birds in their school grounds, creating a snapshot of how birds are doing across UK schools.
#LipsonLife💙
Every January and February, the RSPB asks students across the UK to count the birds in their school grounds, creating a snapshot of how birds are doing across UK schools.
#LipsonLife💙
🔬 🧬 Our Year 12 biologists had a brilliant morning at the University of Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre, getting a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research
A huge thank you to the whole PEMC team for a fantastic experience and for giving up their time to accommodate us! 👏
#LipsonLife 💙
A huge thank you to the whole PEMC team for a fantastic experience and for giving up their time to accommodate us! 👏
#LipsonLife 💙
February 6, 2026 at 9:47 AM
🔬 🧬 Our Year 12 biologists had a brilliant morning at the University of Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre, getting a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research
A huge thank you to the whole PEMC team for a fantastic experience and for giving up their time to accommodate us! 👏
#LipsonLife 💙
A huge thank you to the whole PEMC team for a fantastic experience and for giving up their time to accommodate us! 👏
#LipsonLife 💙
🌊 🐟 Our Year 13 students had a fantastic visit to the National Marine Aquarium, exploring sustainable fishing practices and learning how our choices as consumers can help protect fish stocks 🐠♻️
A huge thank you to all the NMA staff for such an engaging and informative experience! 👏✨
#LipsonLife 💙
A huge thank you to all the NMA staff for such an engaging and informative experience! 👏✨
#LipsonLife 💙
February 5, 2026 at 9:54 AM
🌊 🐟 Our Year 13 students had a fantastic visit to the National Marine Aquarium, exploring sustainable fishing practices and learning how our choices as consumers can help protect fish stocks 🐠♻️
A huge thank you to all the NMA staff for such an engaging and informative experience! 👏✨
#LipsonLife 💙
A huge thank you to all the NMA staff for such an engaging and informative experience! 👏✨
#LipsonLife 💙
OUR Year 12 Photography and Art students enjoyed a school trip to Bristol, where they visited Spike Island; the Arnolfini Art Gallery; and Bristol Museum, at which they viewed this year's National Wildlife Photography Exhibition.
#LipsonLife💙
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#LipsonLife💙
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Art of the Matter - Bristol, February 2026
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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February 4, 2026 at 9:09 AM
OUR Year 12 Photography and Art students enjoyed a school trip to Bristol, where they visited Spike Island; the Arnolfini Art Gallery; and Bristol Museum, at which they viewed this year's National Wildlife Photography Exhibition.
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/idCYQX3J3z4
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/idCYQX3J3z4
TAKEOVER in the gym today as employers and educational establishments came together in a Careers Fair for our senior students.
Plenty to see, hear and get involved with - and plenty of teachers on hand to advise - as the youngsters begin to make tentative plans for their future.
#LipsonLife 💙
Plenty to see, hear and get involved with - and plenty of teachers on hand to advise - as the youngsters begin to make tentative plans for their future.
#LipsonLife 💙
January 29, 2026 at 2:11 PM
TAKEOVER in the gym today as employers and educational establishments came together in a Careers Fair for our senior students.
Plenty to see, hear and get involved with - and plenty of teachers on hand to advise - as the youngsters begin to make tentative plans for their future.
#LipsonLife 💙
Plenty to see, hear and get involved with - and plenty of teachers on hand to advise - as the youngsters begin to make tentative plans for their future.
#LipsonLife 💙
WE are delighted to be joining forces with Ivybridge Community College Big Band to stage a super FREE concert early next month.
It is in the Muse on Tuesday, February 10 between 7-8.45pm.
Everyone is most welcome to hear these talented Big Bands make a big noise.
#LipsonLife 💙
It is in the Muse on Tuesday, February 10 between 7-8.45pm.
Everyone is most welcome to hear these talented Big Bands make a big noise.
#LipsonLife 💙
January 29, 2026 at 9:41 AM
WE are delighted to be joining forces with Ivybridge Community College Big Band to stage a super FREE concert early next month.
It is in the Muse on Tuesday, February 10 between 7-8.45pm.
Everyone is most welcome to hear these talented Big Bands make a big noise.
#LipsonLife 💙
It is in the Muse on Tuesday, February 10 between 7-8.45pm.
Everyone is most welcome to hear these talented Big Bands make a big noise.
#LipsonLife 💙
It would be really good to think that someone who is watching this will answer the All Stars' plea to volunteer to provide some technical help with their next production
With thanks to BBC Spotlight
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#LipsonLife 💙
With thanks to BBC Spotlight
www.facebook.com/reel/1060626...
#LipsonLife 💙
GREAT to see this piece from BBC Spotlight on Monday night, all about the All Stars Theatre Group.
It highlights nicely that, when the students have packed up their books for the day and the teachers...
GREAT to see this piece from BBC Spotlight on Monday night, all about the All Stars Theatre Group.
It highlights nicely that, when the students have packed up their books for the day and the...
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January 27, 2026 at 11:55 AM
It would be really good to think that someone who is watching this will answer the All Stars' plea to volunteer to provide some technical help with their next production
With thanks to BBC Spotlight
www.facebook.com/reel/1060626...
#LipsonLife 💙
With thanks to BBC Spotlight
www.facebook.com/reel/1060626...
#LipsonLife 💙
Sixth Form Media students took part in an exciting workshop at Arts University Plymouth, tasked with creating a short film on the theme of a séance
They collaborated brilliantly; communicated clearly within their roles; and tackled the project with creativity, focus and enthusiasm
#LipsonLife 💙
They collaborated brilliantly; communicated clearly within their roles; and tackled the project with creativity, focus and enthusiasm
#LipsonLife 💙
January 23, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Sixth Form Media students took part in an exciting workshop at Arts University Plymouth, tasked with creating a short film on the theme of a séance
They collaborated brilliantly; communicated clearly within their roles; and tackled the project with creativity, focus and enthusiasm
#LipsonLife 💙
They collaborated brilliantly; communicated clearly within their roles; and tackled the project with creativity, focus and enthusiasm
#LipsonLife 💙
LEARNING MENTOR
Basis: 38.6 weeks a year
Hours: 31
Salary: £18,746- £21,069
Applications close: February 1
ARE you looking for a career with purpose?
Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?
Are you ready to make a difference – even if you have never worked in a school before?
Basis: 38.6 weeks a year
Hours: 31
Salary: £18,746- £21,069
Applications close: February 1
ARE you looking for a career with purpose?
Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?
Are you ready to make a difference – even if you have never worked in a school before?
January 23, 2026 at 9:04 AM
LEARNING MENTOR
Basis: 38.6 weeks a year
Hours: 31
Salary: £18,746- £21,069
Applications close: February 1
ARE you looking for a career with purpose?
Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?
Are you ready to make a difference – even if you have never worked in a school before?
Basis: 38.6 weeks a year
Hours: 31
Salary: £18,746- £21,069
Applications close: February 1
ARE you looking for a career with purpose?
Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?
Are you ready to make a difference – even if you have never worked in a school before?
🥋🥉 YEAR 10 Dieter Jewell-Cole returned from the Welsh Regional Schools Judo Competition this weekend with a bronze medal
Peninsula Club judoka Dieter surpassed his objective of winning one bout in the highly competitive lightweight division, doubling that aim
👏 Well done, Dieter
#LipsonLife 💙
Peninsula Club judoka Dieter surpassed his objective of winning one bout in the highly competitive lightweight division, doubling that aim
👏 Well done, Dieter
#LipsonLife 💙
January 19, 2026 at 10:09 AM
🥋🥉 YEAR 10 Dieter Jewell-Cole returned from the Welsh Regional Schools Judo Competition this weekend with a bronze medal
Peninsula Club judoka Dieter surpassed his objective of winning one bout in the highly competitive lightweight division, doubling that aim
👏 Well done, Dieter
#LipsonLife 💙
Peninsula Club judoka Dieter surpassed his objective of winning one bout in the highly competitive lightweight division, doubling that aim
👏 Well done, Dieter
#LipsonLife 💙
Delighted to line up behind Plymouth Culture and offer our support to the city's bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029
This is Plymouth’s time to shine; it is ready to show the world that it is a city of culture, shaped by the sea and its dynamic histories
#geddonplymouth2029
#LipsonLife💙
This is Plymouth’s time to shine; it is ready to show the world that it is a city of culture, shaped by the sea and its dynamic histories
#geddonplymouth2029
#LipsonLife💙
January 13, 2026 at 9:12 AM
Delighted to line up behind Plymouth Culture and offer our support to the city's bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029
This is Plymouth’s time to shine; it is ready to show the world that it is a city of culture, shaped by the sea and its dynamic histories
#geddonplymouth2029
#LipsonLife💙
This is Plymouth’s time to shine; it is ready to show the world that it is a city of culture, shaped by the sea and its dynamic histories
#geddonplymouth2029
#LipsonLife💙
AT Lipson, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where students are happy and love coming to school, while also achieving success.
Join our family if you share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community.
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
Join our family if you share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community.
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
January 9, 2026 at 10:05 AM
AT Lipson, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where students are happy and love coming to school, while also achieving success.
Join our family if you share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community.
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
Join our family if you share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community.
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
🚨 IMPORTANT 🚨
School will end as normal at 3pm on Monday. However, the Mount Gould exit is closed
We open at 9.45am on Tuesday, with students entering via:
➡️ Bernice Terrace main gate and through reception
➡️ Brandon Road entrance and through the back of the Sixth Form or canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
School will end as normal at 3pm on Monday. However, the Mount Gould exit is closed
We open at 9.45am on Tuesday, with students entering via:
➡️ Bernice Terrace main gate and through reception
➡️ Brandon Road entrance and through the back of the Sixth Form or canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
January 5, 2026 at 2:20 PM
🚨 IMPORTANT 🚨
School will end as normal at 3pm on Monday. However, the Mount Gould exit is closed
We open at 9.45am on Tuesday, with students entering via:
➡️ Bernice Terrace main gate and through reception
➡️ Brandon Road entrance and through the back of the Sixth Form or canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
School will end as normal at 3pm on Monday. However, the Mount Gould exit is closed
We open at 9.45am on Tuesday, with students entering via:
➡️ Bernice Terrace main gate and through reception
➡️ Brandon Road entrance and through the back of the Sixth Form or canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
We have taken measures on the school site to ensure that there are two safe entrances to school, so lessons will start at 10am .
Entrances are:
Bernice Terrace main gate and come through reception
Brandon Road entrance and enter through the back of the Sixth Form or the canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
Entrances are:
Bernice Terrace main gate and come through reception
Brandon Road entrance and enter through the back of the Sixth Form or the canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
January 5, 2026 at 9:52 AM
We have taken measures on the school site to ensure that there are two safe entrances to school, so lessons will start at 10am .
Entrances are:
Bernice Terrace main gate and come through reception
Brandon Road entrance and enter through the back of the Sixth Form or the canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
Entrances are:
Bernice Terrace main gate and come through reception
Brandon Road entrance and enter through the back of the Sixth Form or the canteen
#LipsonLife 💙
🚨 IMPORTANT 🚨
There is a lot of black ice around school this morning.
Frankly, it is all a bit dangerous.
As a result, we have taken the sensible decision to remain closed until at least 10am.
Updates as and when.
Thanks.
#LipsonLife 💙
There is a lot of black ice around school this morning.
Frankly, it is all a bit dangerous.
As a result, we have taken the sensible decision to remain closed until at least 10am.
Updates as and when.
Thanks.
#LipsonLife 💙
January 5, 2026 at 8:22 AM
🚨 IMPORTANT 🚨
There is a lot of black ice around school this morning.
Frankly, it is all a bit dangerous.
As a result, we have taken the sensible decision to remain closed until at least 10am.
Updates as and when.
Thanks.
#LipsonLife 💙
There is a lot of black ice around school this morning.
Frankly, it is all a bit dangerous.
As a result, we have taken the sensible decision to remain closed until at least 10am.
Updates as and when.
Thanks.
#LipsonLife 💙
Faith makes all things possible
Hope makes all things work
Love makes all things beautiful
May you have all three this Christmas
youtu.be/3iTkD2-Y2ag
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
Hope makes all things work
Love makes all things beautiful
May you have all three this Christmas
youtu.be/3iTkD2-Y2ag
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
Happy Christmas 2025
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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December 25, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Faith makes all things possible
Hope makes all things work
Love makes all things beautiful
May you have all three this Christmas
youtu.be/3iTkD2-Y2ag
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
Hope makes all things work
Love makes all things beautiful
May you have all three this Christmas
youtu.be/3iTkD2-Y2ag
#LipsonLife 💙 #LipsonFamily 🫂 #Kindness 🫶
SO, there we were, enjoying the final staff briefing of the Autumn Term, when THIS happened...
youtu.be/jHDFpbQaEzU
Answers on a postcard, please, to the usual address.
#LipsonLife💙 #LipsonFamily🫂 #Kindness🫶 #15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
youtu.be/jHDFpbQaEzU
Answers on a postcard, please, to the usual address.
#LipsonLife💙 #LipsonFamily🫂 #Kindness🫶 #15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
Christmas 2025
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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December 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM
SO, there we were, enjoying the final staff briefing of the Autumn Term, when THIS happened...
youtu.be/jHDFpbQaEzU
Answers on a postcard, please, to the usual address.
#LipsonLife💙 #LipsonFamily🫂 #Kindness🫶 #15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
youtu.be/jHDFpbQaEzU
Answers on a postcard, please, to the usual address.
#LipsonLife💙 #LipsonFamily🫂 #Kindness🫶 #15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
ON the fiftteenth - and last - day of Lipson Christmas, the Academy gave to me:
The Grand Final of Lipson's Got Talent
youtu.be/AwPKIWuDZ3o
Wow!
#LipsonLife 💙
#15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
The Grand Final of Lipson's Got Talent
youtu.be/AwPKIWuDZ3o
Wow!
#LipsonLife 💙
#15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
Lipson's Got Talent - December 2025
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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December 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
ON the fiftteenth - and last - day of Lipson Christmas, the Academy gave to me:
The Grand Final of Lipson's Got Talent
youtu.be/AwPKIWuDZ3o
Wow!
#LipsonLife 💙
#15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
The Grand Final of Lipson's Got Talent
youtu.be/AwPKIWuDZ3o
Wow!
#LipsonLife 💙
#15DaysofLCAChristmas🎄
THE turn of Year 7 to have a rewarding day out - as a reward for tip-top observance of Lipson Values - at Adrenalin Leisure
youtu.be/En-dA7cd1s0
#LipsonLife💙
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#LipsonLife💙
Year 7 Adrenalin Trip - December 2025
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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December 19, 2025 at 12:09 PM
THE turn of Year 7 to have a rewarding day out - as a reward for tip-top observance of Lipson Values - at Adrenalin Leisure
youtu.be/En-dA7cd1s0
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/En-dA7cd1s0
#LipsonLife💙
IF you want to contribute to a school where your work genuinely matters, we would love to hear from you.
We think we are on to something special here; come and join us and be the one that makes the difference.
For more details, including application form, go to: bit.ly/lcaexamofficer
#LipsonLife💙
We think we are on to something special here; come and join us and be the one that makes the difference.
For more details, including application form, go to: bit.ly/lcaexamofficer
#LipsonLife💙
December 19, 2025 at 11:26 AM
IF you want to contribute to a school where your work genuinely matters, we would love to hear from you.
We think we are on to something special here; come and join us and be the one that makes the difference.
For more details, including application form, go to: bit.ly/lcaexamofficer
#LipsonLife💙
We think we are on to something special here; come and join us and be the one that makes the difference.
For more details, including application form, go to: bit.ly/lcaexamofficer
#LipsonLife💙
Proud to have raised £501.30 in support of the Shekinah Centre, Plymouth, a local charity that provides vital services for people experiencing homelessness across the city
Funds were used to purchase essential items, which were donated directly to support those in need
#LipsonLife 💙
Funds were used to purchase essential items, which were donated directly to support those in need
#LipsonLife 💙
December 19, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Proud to have raised £501.30 in support of the Shekinah Centre, Plymouth, a local charity that provides vital services for people experiencing homelessness across the city
Funds were used to purchase essential items, which were donated directly to support those in need
#LipsonLife 💙
Funds were used to purchase essential items, which were donated directly to support those in need
#LipsonLife 💙
A LOVELY end-of-term chat with Martin Brook and Tom Goodman, who reflect on a busy, and unique, time of transition for the Academy - one that has seen the balance learning and extra-curricular activities result in a huge positive change in students' attendance
youtu.be/OSAFbN5-vgU
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/OSAFbN5-vgU
#LipsonLife💙
Head Teachers' Vlog - December 2025
YouTube video by Lipson Academy Official
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December 18, 2025 at 2:55 PM
A LOVELY end-of-term chat with Martin Brook and Tom Goodman, who reflect on a busy, and unique, time of transition for the Academy - one that has seen the balance learning and extra-curricular activities result in a huge positive change in students' attendance
youtu.be/OSAFbN5-vgU
#LipsonLife💙
youtu.be/OSAFbN5-vgU
#LipsonLife💙