All offices with a heart on the door will have sanitary products available for students to collect at any time.If you would like to take a pack of sanitary products for use over the holidays, please visit Reception, Data office, Resources or the School Business
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Friday 5th June was World Environment Day, an annual day to turn focus to the world and environment around us.#WorldEnvironmentDay 2026 focuses on climate change—on the urgent signals the Earth is sending and the signals we choose to send back. UNEP’s global campaign calls on all of us to step in #NowForClimate, and steer a world already in motion. For decades, the world has heard the climate story—warnings, targets, distant deadlines. Too often, the response has been clouded by noise: delay, distraction, denial. But listen closer now. Beneath the noise, another signal is rising. Solar panels stretch across rooftops. Wind
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Another group of our Year 10s visited In-Comm on Monday 18th May 2026, to gain an insight into a day in the life of an apprentice; what skills and qualities are needed when going through the application and interview process.On arrival, pupils were greeted by STEM Engagement Lead, Leanne, who took the group for a tour of the site to see the different areas where the apprentices are trained, meeting some of the trainers and apprentices along the way. They were helpful in answering some of our students’ questions and giving them lots of information about the different roles and companies In-Comm work alongside.Next the students were set a challenge- they had to design a mechanical system to transport a ball safely both vertically and horizontally for 200mm. They were able to use which ever mechanism they wanted to move the ball effectively along their design.The teams had some time to plan, design, make and test their designs before being
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Blue Coat Academy were one of only five schools at the event on 19th May at The King’s Trust Centre in Birmingham to be chosen to attend this exciting event.Our team had to design, develop and pitch a business plan to a prestigious judging panel. The team prepared and delivered an excellent pitch for their sustainable and eco-friendly business idea, speaking confidently and with conviction with a clearly laid out business plan. The pupils had a tour of the Birmingham centre, then had some time to practice their pitch before lunch. Then on to the main event in the afternoon, our Year 10 entrepreneurs presented first and set the bar high. After all five schools had delivered their pitches, the judges were off to deliberate. In the interim, there was an inspirational speaker- Hezron Brown; he’s won awards such as King’s Trust Ambassador of the Year and a Pride of Britain award. He gave an incredible snapshot
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As part of our ongoing commitment to students’ personal development, we regularly review our Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education programme, including Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE).Following a recent review, we have updated our RSHE policy to ensure it reflects current government guidance, meets the needs of our students, and continues to align with our school values of Wisdom, Service, Endurance, Kindness and Hope. The updated policy is available on our school website, and we warmly encourage you to take some time to read it using the following link: https://www.bluecoatacademy.org/academy-policies/Relationships and Sex education are statutory parts of the secondary curriculum, and play an important role in helping young people to develop the knowledge, understanding and confidence they need to navigate the modern world safely and respectfully.We know that these topics can sometimes feel sensitive, and that families may have questions about how they are approached in school. We are committed to being open and transparent, and to working
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We are incredibly proud of our pupils for coming together once again to collect and donate toiletries to Black Country Women’s Aid.Thanks to their generosity, essential items will support individuals and families in our community who are recovering from domestic abuse, often arriving with very little.Your kindness is helping to provide dignity, care, and hope at a time of real need. This marks another academic year of supporting this important cause; a true reflection of our values in
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This day serves as a gentle reminder to slow down, reflect, and embrace the transformative power of meditation. The ancient practice of meditation has profound benefits for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. We can practice this in our daily life during prayer, at Blue Coat Academy we hope you take your daily prayer time to help you focus and
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On Friday 8th May 2026, Nicky from the Anne Frank Youth Trust, worked alongside students from across the Academy around challenging discrimination in all forms.It was an incredibly thought-provoking day working on topics such as racism, homophobia, and gender inequality. The students benefited from engaging and interactive sessions, giving them chance to express their views and points to think about for long after their session ended.Another great day working together towards a common goal of equality and speaking out against prejudice and discrimination. As a Gold Award Rights Respecting School these types of workshops reinforce our ongoing commitment to develop our students to be thoughtful and inclusive members of the wider
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Every year the 40th day after Easter is celebrated as Ascension Day and it is a significant occasion for Christians which is celebrated by going to church and thanking Jesus. On this day, Jesus and his loyal followers were gathered at a place called the Mount of Olives and he was lifted into the clouds to return to his Father in Heaven.“After the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right hand of God.” Mark 16:19At Blue Coat Church of England Academy, we are celebrating Ascension Day with a service of Holy Communion during
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