'Inspiration and Excellence' Headteacher: Dominic Robson BA (Hons) NPQH
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Lichfield Road Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B74 2NH
Tel: 0121 250 5400 Fax: 0121 250 5420
www.bvgs.co.uk
Registered charity 517907
Dear Parents/Carers
The Vesey Difference - Leading in Learning
There has never been a better time to join Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School. We are an exciting
learning community. Our teachers are innovative enthusiasts and warm, intelligent and caring
communicators. We want to inspire all the young people in our care, by nurturing a spirit of enquiry
and curiosity. We expect students to work hard at school and at home. However, they are well
supported. They can find one-to-one help in the lunchtime or after school in every subject. This is
not just for boys who are finding the work difficult. Help is equally at hand for students who need to
be stretched further academically. Moreover, all students benefit from being part of the wider Vesey
network, which provides excellent experiences of top universities and employers.
We are the best performing state school for boys with a co-educational Sixth Form in Birmingham
and Walsall. We are ranked, with the nation’s very best, at 49th in the Sunday Times 2013 Parent
Power League Table of the top 500 state secondary schools. We have an outstanding record of
preparing students to apply for the UK’s top Russell Group universities. Our success is founded on
our strong focus, right from when the boys join us in Year 7, on building even better learning habits
and fostering a spirit of enquiry and curiosity.
At the same time, we believe strongly in the importance of extra-curricular activities. Every
enrichment opportunity builds those important 'soft skills' which boost future employability:
leadership, independence and resilience. There is something for every student. Mandarin?
Debating? Coding? Chess? Rowing? Thanks to our amazingly dedicated staff, we offer opportunities
seven days a week. The emphasis is on the students taking part and having fun.
Creativity matters too. Right from Year 7, we showcase the outstanding developments of our
students in art, design, ICT, brass and choral tuition. There are many opportunities for musicians
with regular performances throughout the calendar with half termly concerts and busking weeks.
Continued . . .
In sport, we continue to excel in rugby, cricket, hockey, netball and rowing. This has been supported
by the wonderful additions to our facilities: the outdoor cricket nets, our new rowing boats, the
floodlights on Middle Field. Thanks to our fantastic new courts, we are adding tennis to our
provision. We benefit from great coaching, provided by staff like England’s hockey player, Dave
Beckett. We also offer inspirational outdoor learning through the Duke of Edinburgh Award and
exciting adventures through World Challenge expeditions to countries such as Morocco, Croatia and
Norway and our annual ski trip to the Alps.
We have a vibrant House system with a superb array of competitive events led by students, from the
House Spelling Bee to Badminton as well as magnificent charity events like Artsfest. Our students
help run the school, assisting with teacher selection processes and acting as Student Learning
Partners to support the development of outstanding teaching and learning. They are responsible
members of the lunchtime supervision team and are superb role models as students, mental health
ambassadors or as community Language or Sport Leaders.
In short, Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is a very special place. If you want to learn more, click on
our website, or book an appointment via [email protected]. We look forward to
hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
Dominic Robson John Craggs Headteacher Chairman of Governors
ADMISSION TO BISHOP VESEY’S GRAMMAR SCHOOL
There are 128 places available in Year 7 and admission is by selective tests. The tests are held for places at one of the grammar schools within The Grammar Schools in Birmingham
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys & Girls King Edward VI Five Ways (Boys & Girls) King Edward VI Handsworth School (Girls) King Edward VI Aston School Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls Handsworth Grammar School
The admissions timetable for Year 7 entry at Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School
The Admission Packs and Test Registration forms are available from The Grammar Schools in Birmingham. Applications can be made on line via the website, www.birminghamgrammarschools.org from 14th May 2014.
If your child has a disability and/or requires special resources to sit the test you should contact www.birminghamgrammarschools.org for a disability form and return no later than 18th June 2014.
The closing date for the return of Test Registration forms to The Grammar Schools in Birmingham, Applications, PO BOX 15627, Birmingham, B16 6NL is 11th July 2014 at 4pm. (Please note that all registration forms will be acknowledged in writing within 14 working days of receipt. If forms are sent within 14 days of the closing date it is advisable to hand deliver or post them by recorded delivery). Please also note that applications received after the closing date cannot be accepted and children will not be able to take the test.
The Grammar Schools Entrance Test will take place on Saturday 6th September 2014.
Grammar Schools Test Results 17th October 2014.
Local Authority Preference Form deadline 31st October 2014.
Offers of school places will be communicated in writing via your Local Authority 2nd March 2015 or the next working day.
Test forms and an explanatory brochure are available on request from The Grammar Schools in Birmingham on telephone number 0121 415 6004. You can apply online via a link on our website. The Grammar school test consists of two exams, each of 45 minutes in duration.
Papers will be divided into smaller individually timed sections which tests Verbal Reasoning, Non Verbal Reasoning, Reading Comprehension/Literacy skills and Mathematics. Some of the questions will take a multiple choice format. A sample of questions will be included in the brochure which will be sent with the application form.
We will also be holding opportunities for parents/carers to visit our school on:
Tuesday 24th June 2014 6.00pm – 8.00pm Headteacher talks at 6.30pm and 7.15pm
Wednesday 25th June 2014 9.15am – 10.30am Head’s address 10.00am
Thursday 18th September 2014 6.00pm – 8.00pm Head’s address 6.30pm & 7.15pm
Tuesday 21st October 2014 9.15am – 10.30am Head’s address 10.00am
Wednesday 22nd October 2014 9.15am – 10.30am Head’s address 10.00am
Thursday 23rd October 2014 9.15am – 10.30am Head’s address 10.00am
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OUR COMMUNITY
Our student community is representative of the rich and diverse cultural heritages of Birmingham and beyond. All students are able to take full advantage of the opportunities available at BVGS:
We seek to promote interest and success in the academic, social, cultural and sporting activities of the school
We give support for and offer advice on any challenges encountered We actively encourage community spirit and social responsibility
All members of the school community have a role to play in being awake to the comments and concerns of members of the public, parents, teaching staff and students.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Not only does our excellent academic performance place us comfortably in the top 50 state schools in the country for attainment but we also win awards for student progress.
'Bishop Vesey's Grammar School should be congratulated for their exceptional achievement. They have proved themselves to be leading the field in improving GCSE outcomes for their students.'
Sue Williamson, Chief Executive, SSAT
A POSITIVE AND DISCIPLINED LEARNING COMMUNITY
The school aims to establish a purposeful and efficient learning environment by:
Promoting outstanding behaviour and discipline A school ethos of encouragement and rewards of academic and non-academic
achievements including positive feedback, merits, certificates and colours. Promoting self-discipline Ensuring fairness in the treatment of all Encouraging consistency of response to both positive and negative behaviour Providing a safe environment Encouraging a positive relationship with parents and carers A zero tolerance approach to bullying (including cyber and homophobic bullying),
prejudice (including racism), drugs and weapons
We pride ourselves on being a well ordered and disciplined community which protects the safety and happiness of all our students.
PASTORAL CARE
Outstanding pastoral care is central to the success of our school. We believe that happy
learners are successful people. Every student has a Form Tutor with whom they have daily
contact. During the year there are scheduled tutor/tutee interviews, including a review day,
which parents are invited to. Every year group has a Head of Year who fosters a positive
team ethos for their students. In addition there are Learning Mentors who are there to
support students at each Key Stage.
As a school we track student performance very carefully. The Pastoral Team are very alert
to any dip in student performance or commitment.
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OUR CURRICULUM FOR 2015-2016
YEAR 7
All students follow a broad and balanced programme of:
Art
Building Learning Habits
Creative curriculum, incorporating
modules in Music (singing and brass
band), Creative Writing and Drama
Computing
Design Technology
English
French
German
Geography
History
Integrated Science Course
Mathematics
PE/Games
PSHE/Citizenship Careers
Religious Education
YEAR 8
As Year 7 but with a couple of differences:
All students choose two languages from French, German, Spanish.
Instead of Integrated Science, students take separate sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics.
Instead of the Creative curriculum, students study Music.
YEAR 9
As Year 8 but with a couple of differences:
Students begin their GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Students have the opportunity to do a one year course in Business Studies.
YEAR 10/11
All students follow full GCSE courses in:
English Language English Literature Mathematics Biology
Chemistry Physics A Modern Foreign Language
(French or German or Spanish)
In addition, students can choose 3 further GCSEs from the following:
A second Modern Foreign Language Art
Business Studies
Computing
Design Technology
History
Geography
Music
RE
PE
Students also study Building Learning Habits, Careers, Citizenship, Games/PE, Religious Education, Sex and Relationships Education
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SIXTH FORM 2015-2016
Every Lower Sixth student takes the Extended Project qualification.
In addition, every student takes FOUR specialist subjects from the 19 A levels that we offer. (Please note that there are inevitably some timetabling constraints, so not all combinations of subjects are possible, but we do our best to satisfy the vast majority of individual needs).
Art and Design
Biology
Chemistry
Computing
Economics
English Literature
French
Further Mathematics
Geography
German
Geology
History
Mathematics
Music
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology
Religious Studies
Spanish
BUILDING LEARNING HABITS
The great physicist Albert Einstein once said 'It's not that I am so smart. But I stay with the questions longer'. At Bishop Vesey's Grammar School we agree with Einstein that the key to academic success is your commitment to learning. We believe that right from Year 7 we need to build excellent learning habits in all our students. That means we want our learners to be resilient and independent. We want them to not be scared of getting stuck because there is so much that can be learned from tackling things that are both difficult and complex. We also want students to look carefully at any assessment feedback and thoroughly respond to it. Our Building Learning Habits programme develops better learners and greater academic success.
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STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Involving students in the running of the school and its activities is central to our aim to empower and share responsibility. Increased opportunities exist from Year 7 all the way to Sixth Form with a variety of roles, such as Form Captain, House Captain, School Council member and Charity Officer.
THE SCHOOL DAY
7.30 am Some activities begin
8.00 am Dining Room opens
8.00am Library opens
8.40 am School starts
3.25 pm School ends
4.00 pm Library closes
After school Extra-curricular activities
ADVENTURES
Every student has a number of opportunities during their school career to get involved in
exciting outdoor learning. Whether it be the Year 7 residential to Whitemoor Lakes, the Year
9 Bushcraft experience in rural Oxfordshire or the Duke of Edinburgh and World Challenge
expeditions, we want to encourage all our boys to develop their practical skills and enjoy
being connected to nature.
MUSICAL MAGICIANS
Students have the opportunity to partake in instrumental tuition from our vast array of 19
visiting specialist teachers in woodwind, brass, percussion, strings, voice and keyboard. The
Music Department also runs a number of ensembles for students who perform at school
concerts. The principal aim of these groups is to consolidate the work of our visiting staff
and prepare students for public performances. There are plenty of opportunities for
students to showcase their musical talents in assemblies, termly Busking Weeks and our six
annual concerts.
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INTER-SCHOOL SPORT FIXTURES
There are a large number of fixtures organised at all age levels in the major sports of rugby, hockey, rowing, cross-country, athletics and cricket. We have an amazing fixture lists featuring some of the top public schools in the country such as Shrewsbury, Warwick and Repton as well as local state schools. Some of these fixtures take place on Games afternoons but the majority take place on Saturdays or Sundays or at other times outside school hours. Chess, basketball, badminton, golf and tennis matches and competitions are also available to students on a regular basis.
AN OUTWARD-LOOKING COMMUNITY
The school has a long established tradition of supporting both local and national charities. This is done on a regular basis through form or year group charity efforts. Students, led by the School Charity Captain and their team, raise up to £15,000 per annum with diverse activities such as 'Vesey's Got Talent', sleep-outs for the homeless, Sport Relief and our Annual Artsfest.
ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE!
At BVGS, there are plenty of opportunities to perform. We hold competitions such as Vesey’s Got
Talent, the V Factor and the House Music and Debating competitions. We debate at a local and
national level from the Sutton Schools Debating Competition to the Rotary’s Youth Speaks, from the
English Speaking Union Mace to the Oxford University Debating Competition.
Drama also flourishes here. 2014 saw us put on an excellent production of Grease, as well as
excerpts from Bugsy Malone. We look forward to more exciting productions next year. We believe
all students have an entitlement to perform. Year 7 hold an annual Performance Evening where they
showcase the work they have done in the Creative Curriculum: drama, creative writing and music.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
A LEVEL RESULTS 2013
Subject Entries A* A B C D E U A*-B
Biology(1010) 76 10 26 26 10 3 1 0 81.58
Business Studies(3210) 7 0 4 2 1 0 0 0 85.71
Chemistry(1110) 72 3 25 22 20 1 1 0 69.44
Economics(4410) 17 0 8 8 1 0 0 0 94.12
English Literature(5110) 23 3 9 9 2 0 0 0 91.30
Extended Project (9990) 5 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 100.00
Fine Art(3690) 4 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 75.00
French(5650) 8 0 3 3 2 0 0 0 75.00
Geography(3910) 27 4 10 8 4 1 0 0 81.48
German(5670) 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0.00
History(4010) 36 15 17 4 0 0 0 0 100.00
Information Technology(2650) 2 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 50.00
Italian(5690) 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 100.00
Latin(6610) 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 100.00
Law(4770) 8 2 3 2 0 1 0 0 87.50
Mathematics Further(2330) 7 2 3 2 0 0 0 0 100.00
Mathematics(2210) 69 12 33 14 7 3 0 0 85.51
Physics(1210) 34 5 14 11 3 1 0 0 88.24
Psychology(4850) 27 1 11 6 8 1 0 0 66.67
Religious Studies(4610) 14 0 7 2 4 1 0 0 64.29
Science: Geology(1770) 13 2 5 4 2 0 0 0 84.62
Spanish(5750) 5 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 100.00
Sport/PE Studies(7210) 11 2 3 4 2 0 0 0 81.82
473 61 185 144 67 13 3 0 82.45
% A*- B
2010 77
2011 75
2012 81
2013 82
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, GCSE RESULTS, 2013
Subject Entries A* A B C D E % A*/A %A*/C
Art & Design(3510) 19 0 4 4 11 0 0 21.05 100
Biology(1010) 124 41 53 23 6 1 0 75.81 99.19
Business Studies(3210) 63 8 32 20 3 0 0 63.49 100
Chemistry(1110) 123 45 46 21 10 1 0 73.98 99.19
D&T Graphic Products(9030) 23 4 10 7 1 1 0 60.87 95.65
English Language(5030) 124 25 39 49 11 0 0 51.61 100
English Literature(5110) 124 12 42 56 14 0 0 43.55 100
French(5650) 35 10 11 6 4 4 0 60.00 88.57
Geography(3910) 64 16 22 21 4 1 0 59.38 98.44
German(5670) 24 6 9 4 4 1 0 62.50 95.83
History(4010) 82 27 26 17 9 2 1 64.63 96.34
Information Technology (Double Award) 50 10 26 14 0 0 0 72.00 100
Italian(5690) 24 12 10 1 1 0 0 91.67 100
Mathematics(2210) 124 49 53 20 2 0 0 82.26 100
Music(7010) 17 5 8 4 0 0 0 76.47 100
Physics(1210) 124 63 41 19 0 1 0 83.87 99.19
Religious Studies(4610) 43 8 22 8 3 0 0 69.77 100
Spanish(5750) 47 18 19 8 1 1 0 78.72 97.87
Sport/PE Studies(7210) 17 2 4 10 1 0 0 35.29 100
Urdu(6130) 6 0 1 2 3 0 0 16.67 100
1257 361 478 314 88 13 1 66.75 100
% A*- A
% 5 A*/C
2010 62
2010 98
2011 66
2011 99
2012 67
2012 99
2013 67
2013 100
including English and Maths
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University destination data for Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School leavers - 2013
Russell Group University
No Studying Subjects
Cambridge 1 Geography
Oxford 4 History/Earth Sciences/Geography/Economics & Management
Birmingham 13 Mathematics/Law/Nuclear Engineering/Medicine/Geology/Psychology/ Accounting & Finance/Chemistry with Industrial Experience/Pharmacy/ Sports/History & Philosophy/Theoretical Physics
Bristol 5 Aerospace Engineering/Psychology/Biochemistry & Molecular Biology/Accounting & Finance
Cardiff 3 Computer Sciences/Business Management/Geology
Durham 4 Theology/Biological Sciences/Philosophy/Politics & Economics
Edinburgh 1 Italian & Classics
Exeter 2 Exercise & Sport Sciences/Biological Sciences
Imperial Coll, London 1 Geology
King’s Coll, London 1 Geography
Leeds 12 Marketing/Law/Geography/Zoology/Chemical Engineering/Accounting/Human Physiology/Biochemistry/Fashion Design/Mathematics
Liverpool 3 Politics/Dental Surgery/Law
LSE, London 2 Law/Geography
Manchester 3 Life Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Computer Science & Mathematics
Nottingham 14 Spanish/Finance/History/Management Studies/Architecture/Biochemistry & Genetics/Pharmacy/Medicine/Chemical Engineering/Psychology
Queen Mary 1 Biochemistry
Sheffield 8 Law/English Literature/Business Management/Chemistry/Material Science & Engineering/Biochemistry/Structural Engineering & Architecture
Southampton 2 Psychology/Geology
Warwick 8 Accounting & Finance/Mathematics/Medicinal Chemistry /History/Philosophy/Biomedical Science/Economics/English Literature
York 1 Chemistry
1994 Group University No
Bath 1 Biochemistry
Lancaster 1 Natural Sciences
Leicester 2 History/Biological Sciences
Loughborough 6 Chemical Eng/Accounting/Sport/Exercise Science/Aeronautical Eng/Social Psychology
Other Universities No
Aberystwyth 1 Zoology
Anglia Ruskin 1 Optometry
Aston 7 Psychology/Biomedical Science/Business Mngt/Pharmacy/Business & Int Relations
Derby 1 Zoology & Psychology
Edge Hill 1 Criminology
Glasgow 1 Zoology
Huddersfield 1 Accountancy & Finance
Keele 3 Business Economics/Biology & Computer Science
Leeds Met. 2 Sport/Exercise Science
LIPA 1 Sound Technology
Nottingham Trent 2 Fashion Communication & Promotion/Biomedical Sciences
Romania 1 Medicine
Royal Holloway 1 Mathematics
Sheffield Hallam 2 Accounting & Finance
Staffordshire 1 Computer Games Design
Wolverhampton 1 Psychology
Worcester 1 Sports & Exercise Science
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Extra-Curricular Activities at Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School 2013/2014
Activity Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 Y12 Y13
Archery
Art Club
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Band
Board Game Club
Bushcraft
Card Club
Charity Activities
Chemistry Olympiad
Chess
Choir
Christian Union
Community Service
Computer Coding
Cricket
Cross-country
Cycling
Debating
Dodgeball
Drama
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Enrichment
Film Club
Football
Frisbee
German
Golf
Hobbies
Hockey
Homework
House Music Historical society
Indoor rowing
Introduction to Boxing
Mandarin
Maths Challenge
Medsoc
Netball
Orchestra Poetry by Heart
RAW (Reading and Writing)
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Extra-Curricular Activities (Continued)
Activity Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 Y12 Y13
Rowing
Rugby
Science
Spanish
Spelling Bee
Strings
Swimming
Swing Band
Table Tennis Club
Tennis
V Factor
Vesey’s Got Talent
Vesey Voices
Voluntary Service
Weights
Wind Band
Work Experience
World Challenge
Young Enterprise Club
As well as the extra-curricular clubs listed here all departments offer lunchtime or
after school support for students who need extra help with their studies.
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SUMMARY OF SCHOOL VISITS 2013-14
Trip Name Purpose of Trip Department Year Destination
Reward Trip To reward students with the highest commitment levels in the Year 10 exams Pastoral 11 Alton Towers
Geography Field Trip A Level Geography Coursework Geography Sixth Form Shrewsbury
Hockey Trip To inspire young hockey players PE 7-10 Cannock
Geography Field Trip GCSE Geography coursework Geography Y11 Carding Mill Valley
Science Lectures Academic enrichment. To build connections with our local university. Science Sixth Form Birmingham University
Engineering Education Scheme Launch visit Design Sixth Form Cosford for EES
Junior Rugby Tour To build the skills of Year 7 and 8 rugby players PE Y7-8 Scotland
History Masterclass Focus on the EU History U6 Birmingham University
Maths Masterclass Academic enrichment Maths Sixth Form KE Camp Hill
Skills Show visit Year 11 careers Careers Y11 NEC
Holocaust Survivor Talk Academic Enrichment History Y9-10 Uni of Worcester
Maths Lecture Maths Inspiration Lectures Maths L6 Birmingham University
Ski Lessons Beginners ski lessons for ski trip PE Y7-9 Tamworth Snowdome
Aspirational trip Tour of campus and university accommodation Sixth Form Sixth Form Birmingham University
Engineering Education Scheme Research meeting for EES Project Design Sixth Form EES – Amey
Art Trip A visit to London galleries Art Sixth Form London Art Galleries
Study Afternoon Heroes and Heroines of the American Civil War History U6 Birmingham University
Engineering Education Scheme EES Scheme Design Sixth Form EES
World Challenge Fundraising Fundraising for trip to Norway Pastoral Y9 M&S
World Challenge Fundraising Fundraising for trip to Norway Pastoral Y9 Tesco Lichfield
Capital One Cup semi-final Reward trip Pastoral Y11 Old Trafford
Poetry by Heart Competition Regional heat English Sixth Form Birmingham library
Bett Show London Technology Committee trip to see the latest in educational technology ICT Y7-13 Bett, London
Big Physics Quiz Student Competition Physics Y9 Birmingham University
Lord Mayor's Quiz Student Quiz Pastoral Sixth Form Birmingham University
Poetry Live AQA Conference with poets from the exam anthology and Chief Examiner English Y11 Symphony Hall
Engineering Education Scheme Presentation of Report to Engineers & EES Director Design L6 Amey
Enterprise Competition Student competition Business Studies
Y9 Birmingham City FC
Ski Trip A week of skiing abroad PE KS3-5 Wagrain, Austria
Royal Bank of Scotland Target 2.0 Competition
Student competition Business Studies
U6 Edgbaston CC
French Exchange A week abroad for A Level linguists Languages Sixth Form Lyon
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Trip Name Purpose of Trip Department Year Destination
Geology day field trips Geology coursework preparation Geology Sixth Form Wrens Nest, Dudley; Bradgate Park, Charnwood Forest; Mortimer Forest, Ludlow
Junior Hockey Tour Student competition PE Y7 & Y8 Junior Hockey Tour, Oxford
Science Live A series of Science lectures Science Y10 Symphony Hall
Rowing Head of the river races and Henley Regatta (and many other regattas) PE KS5 Thames Head, Monmouth, Worcester, Evesham, Northwich, Wycliffe, Northampton, Abingdon
Psychology revision conference To support students with preparation for exams Psychology Sixth Form London
Spanish residential To support student language skills in Spanish Spanish KS3/4 Barcelona
Geography Field Trip Preparation for Geography exam Geography KS5 Snowdonia
Oxbridge Conference To support applications to Oxbridge Pastoral Sixth Form NEC Birmingham
Year 7 Residential, Whitemoor Lakes
To give all Year 7 a three day residential experience Pastoral Y7 Residential, Staffs
Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Training weekend DofE Team Year 10 Lickey Hills
Netball Trip Netball training with Loughborough University Super League Team PE Sixth Form Loughborough
Year 8 and 9 Rhineland Trip To support student language skills in German German KS3 Rhineland
Chess Tournaments Student competitions Pastoral All Number of destinations including KES Birmingham
French Exchange to Dreux To support student language skills in French French KS3 Dreux
German Exchange to Bayreuth To support student language skills in German German KS3/4 Bayreuth
Visit to meet Patrick Ness, Author Patrick Ness is a double Carnegie Medal winning author English KS3-4 Birmingham
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition weekend DofE Team Year 10 Malvern Hills
Reward trip To celebrate Year 11 hard work Pastoral Y11 Paintballing
University of Birmingham Discovery Days
Focussing on Humanities, Medicine and Engineering History, Biology, Maths
Y10 Birmingham University
Bushcraft residential Bushcraft skills and wild camping with outdoor activities including archery, making fires, cooking, rope tree climbing and orienteering
Pastoral Y9 Bushcraft, Oxford
World Challenge Expedition Expedition to Norway Pastoral Y9 Norway, World Challenge
Lecture and Activity Visit To support Psychology studies Psychology Sixth Form Twycross Zoo
Drayton Manor Reward trip for hard work during the year Pastoral Y8/9 Drayton Manor
Activities Week Trip Visit to Kenilworth Castle to investigate attacking and defending a medieval castle Pastoral Y7 Kenilworth Castle
Orienteering Practical Geography Geography Year 10 Sutton Coldfield
House of Parliament visit Develop political understanding Sixth Form Sixth Form London