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Year 8 Parent/Carer Evening: Thursday 26th February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Year 8 parents and carers are invited to attend our Year 8 Parent/Carer Evening on Thursday 26th February 2026 between 3:30p.m. – 6:00p.m. This evening will give you the opportunity to speak to subject teachers regarding your child’s progress.The school uses an online appointment booking system. https://bluecoatcofeacademy.schoolcloud.co.uk/ This allows you to choose your own appointment times with teachers and you will receive an email confirming your appointments.Appointments are now live and will close at 4p.m. today (Wednesday 25th February 2026). Should you wish to make any changes after this time please contact the school office or email us on updatemydata@bluecoatacademy.org.[video width="1080" height="1920"

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“School Partners” Football League 2 Match Visit to the Walsall Vs Newport County fixture on Saturday 21st March 2026, 3p.m. Kick Off

24 Feb 2026

Walsall FC is offering all pupils and families a Family Ticket for £5 (1 adult & 1 junior). A maximum of 6 tickets for £15 will apply and they must be used by 50% children and 50% adult. Failure to do this will result in you having to upgrade tickets on the day of the game at an extra cost to gain entry to the match. This is a considerable saving on the normal admission price and exclusively available through the “School Partners” scheme.Along with this fantastic offer the Schools are also earning CASH BACK on every ticket sold. This is a chance for everyone at school to come and support their local Professional team and generate money for the school.We are also offering 20 FREE TICKETS, to a future game, to the School that brings the most supporters to the game.All replies must be returned to school by, Friday 2th February 2026. Any replies returned after this date will

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Last day of term is Friday 13th February 2026

13 Feb 2026

A gentle reminder that Friday 13th February 2026 is the last day of term. Half term week is Monday 16th February 2026 to Friday 20th February 2026. Term resumes on Monday 23rd February 2026 for all

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Sunday Lunch (following Blue Coat Sunday Service), Sunday 8th March 2026

12 Feb 2026

To mark the 370th Anniversary of Blue Coat in Walsall, there is an opportunity to join us for lunch after the Blue Coat Sunday Service at Blue Coat Church of England Academy.Places are limited and must be booked in advance, so please book early.The cost of the lunch is £12.50 per head and will include Sunday Lunch (beef, chicken or a vegetarian alternative) and a dessert (apple crumble or sticky toffee pudding).To book places please use the link: https://stmatthewswalsall.churchsuite.com/events/zsemw8xn[caption id="attachment_7571" align="alignnone" width="300"] Four circles each featuring an image of the Infant, Junior and Academy that make up The Blue Coat Schools and of St Matthew's Church for Blue Coat Festival

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Tours of Blue Coat Church of England Academy, Saturday 7th March

11 Feb 2026

An opportunity to relive your school days with a tour of the secondary school on Birmingham Street. Your guides will be current students of the school and staff will be on hand to answer any questions. St. Matthew's Church will also be open for you to visit either before or after your tour. Refreshments will be available at St. Matthew's.Tours of the school are free but please book places for everyone attending to start your tour at one of the following times: 1.30p.m. 2.00p.m. 2.30p.m.To book places please use the link: https://stmatthewswalsall.churchsuite.com/events/fculw435School Tours will last around an hour. Tours are not exclusively for "Old Blues" everyone is welcome to attend so please bring along family and friends if you wish.[caption id="attachment_7571" align="alignnone" width="300"] Four circles each featuring an image of the Infant, Junior and Academy that make up The Blue Coat Schools and of St Matthew's Church for Blue Coat Festival

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Safer Internet Day 2026

10 Feb 2026

Safer Internet Day is an annual event which aims to raise awareness about online safety, digital citizenship and online wellbeing. This year the focus is “Smart tech, smart choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI”. From voice assistants, to chatbots, to algorithms, AI technology is playing an increasingly large role in all our lives.Top Tips for parents and carers- https://saferinternet.org.uk/safer-internet-day/safer-internet-day-2026/top-tips-for-parents-and-carersRight 17, 28 and 29 are Access to Information, Access to Education and Aims of Education.The image used in this Post are from

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National Apprenticeship Week 2026

09 Feb 2026

A week-long celebration that brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.This week at BCA- • Monday 9th February – Apprenticeship Competition Launch and Pop-Up Display in the Library (all week) • Tuesday 10th February – Apprenticeship Quiz on Satchel and Year 11 Apprenticeship Form Time Activity • Wednesday 11th February – Live Q&A with our Careers Advisor on Apprenticeships at Lunch Time in the Library • Thursday 12th February – KS3, Y10 and Sixth Form Apprenticeship Form Time Activity • Friday 13th February – All Competition Entries to be Handed in to Mrs Athwal or Miss Simmonds.[caption id="attachment_7558" align="alignnone" width="300"] National Apprenticeship Week 2026 BCA week plan[/caption][caption id="attachment_7560" align="alignnone" width="300"] National Apprenticeship Week 2026 National Highways webinars[/caption]Other places you can fine information and join in with webinars and events are: www.naw.appawards.co.uk www.amazingapprenticeships.com https://nationalhighways.co.uk/careers/career-programmes/apprenticeships/national-apprenticeship-week-webinars/Right 17, 28 and 29 are Access to Information, Access to Education and Aims

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BCA attend Professional Wheelchair Basketball match at University of Worcester

05 Feb 2026

Last Friday evening (30th January 2026), a group of students led by Miss Simmonds visited the University of Worcester to watch a professional wheelchair basketball match. It was a really good experience and something many had not seen before. The standard of play was high, and it was interesting to see the speed, skill and teamwork involved in the game. The athletes showed excellent coordination, strength and determination, which made the match exciting to watch.The trip helped students learn more about disability sport and challenged some common stereotypes, the game was fast-paced and highly competitive. With Worcester wolves narrowly taking the win! Overall, the trip was enjoyable, educational, and inspiring, and it gave the students a greater appreciation for wheelchair basketball as a professional

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Year 11 Poetry Live Trip to Birmingham Symphony Hall

04 Feb 2026

On Monday 26th January, Mrs Alden, accompanied by Miss Salisbury and Mr Hendy, led a trip to Poetry Live at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall for Year 11. They enjoyed several poets reading the poems they are studying for their exam. They even had an Unseen Masterclass led by the chief examiner. A wonderfully academic experience for our dedicated students.Look out for the next visit to watch Othello at The Light Cinema for KS4 and KS5.Rights 17, 29 and 31 are all covered within educational trips like

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School Nurses are here for you and the next session is today lunch time, Tuesday 3rd February 2026.

03 Feb 2026

👩‍⚕️School Nurse Drop-In Session 🗓 Tuesday 3rd February 2026 ⏰ 12.40 - 1.10p.m. (lunch time) 🏫 Room 11[video width="1080" height="1920" mp4="https://www.bluecoatacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/S-School-Nurses-drop-In-Feb-2026.mp4"][/video]Drop in to one of our sessions for advice and support around • Emotional Health and wellbeing • Keeping safe and support with bullying • Healthy lifestyles • Healthy weight • Healthy relationships • Sexual health • Continence • Sleep • Behaviours • Neurodiversity • Smoking, alcohol and drug advice • Body changes / puberty • ImmunisationsStarting Tuesday 6th January at Lunch time between 12:40pm and 13:10pm every 4 weeks on a Tuesday. It will be in Room 11 (Blue Coat Academy) If you need to get in touch with School Nurses you can call our Single Point of Access on 01922 423349 Or text: Parent - 07520 634909 Teenager - 07480 635363 (confidential and anonymous support and advice)Thank you to NHS and Walsall NHS Healthcare Trust for creating this poster and allowing us to share it within this Story and accompanying

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