Weekly Bulletin: 12 May 2025 - 16 May 2025
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
On Thursday 27 March 2025, a group of 15 Year 10 pupils attended a trip to St George’s Park, the home of English football. The purpose of this trip was to give the members of the Year 10 football team an opportunity to visit a world-class professional football facility.
The pupils first arrived at the Hilton Hotel, which is located on-site, where they checked in. They were then greeted by a qualified England coach who guided them on the exact path the England football team takes when moving from the hotel to the boot room. During this walk, the pupils were introduced to various features of St George's Park.
Next, they visited the boot room and sat in the same seats as the current Men's and Women's National Team players while putting on their boots. Once they were properly equipped, the group walked to the main training pitch, which is an exact replica of the pitch at Wembley Stadium.
Finally, they were taken to another pitch to participate in a 90-minute football session. During this time, the pupils were trained as if they were members of the England football team. Throughout the trip, the pupils displayed courtesy and respect.
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If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact Mrs B Shaheen via the School Office on 0121 783 7807.
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice:
On Wednesday 19 March 2025, KS3 and KS4 girls had the opportunity to celebrate and understand the importance of International Women’s Day. The pupils attended assemblies led by keynote speakers who aimed to uplift and motivate them, focusing on this year’s theme of “accelerate action.” Staff were encouraged to wear the colours of the suffragettes to show their support for the day.
For the KS3 assembly, Jade Barnett, a public speaker and co-founder of Power2Prevail who has appeared on BBC News, spoke to the pupils. She shared her experiences growing up in Birmingham, discussing the challenges she faced as a young woman and how she now inspires others to achieve their goals. The pupils engaged in discussions about the issues facing young women today and explored ways to drive change and “accelerate action.”
In the KS4 assemblies, pupils heard from accomplished keynote speakers, including Elodie, an engineer at Balfour Beatty, and Lucy, who works for MFG Solicitors. Their talks helped pupils envision the possibilities for their future careers and supported the school’s CARE brand by motivating them to succeed.
In the afternoon, selected pupils participated in a creative workshop focused on International Women’s Day. Led by Miss Needle and Miss Windsor, the pupils listened to a PowerPoint presentation about the significance of the day and shared their motivations for being involved. They then wrote letters to women who inspire and motivate them, including mothers, sisters, teachers, and admired celebrities.
The pupils also created flower arrangements in the colours of the suffragettes. Each pupil designed their own arrangement, which will be displayed at Hodge Hill College to commemorate the importance of this event.
As part of our Personal Development and Secure Curriculum, pupils in Year 9, Year 10, and Year 11 recently participated in a powerful and thought-provoking session focused on the laws surrounding joint enterprise and the consequences of knife crime.
The session was led by Alison Cope, a nationally recognised anti-knife crime campaigner, who bravely shared her personal story of losing her son to knife crime. Her heartfelt message provided pupils with an emotional insight into the devastating impact such violence has on victims’ families and the wider community.
During this session, all pupils gained a deeper understanding of joint enterprise laws, the importance of staying safe, and how their associations and online presence can have serious consequences. The raw and honest nature of Alison’s story made the risks very real, underscoring the need for thoughtful and informed choices in their daily lives.
This session directly supports our focus on “Securing Your Relationships and Wellbeing,” helping pupils reflect on how to build safer relationships, make better decisions, and understand the broader impact of their actions—both online and offline.
A weekly bulletin for parents/carers of Hodge Hill College is published every Friday with a curation of education news, important dates and advice: