Used to close the field when it rained- now we let them jump in puddles, splash & play. Learning through play is so important; it’s about exploring, discovering & feeling joy in the little things. It fuels curiosity, builds resilience & creates happy memories. Play matters. #OPAL

This is class from everyone involved.

Brilliant to attend West Midlands Police Washwood Heath Police event- launch of the new Virtual decisions project which will have a huge impact. Simon Foster Naseby Youth Centre -Birmingham Youth Service Kiran Patel Waqar Ahmed Kudos to young people Positive Youth Foundation who spoke with such confidence & gave fantastic insight.

As we come to the season of school nativity productions, please remember:

Exactly 1 year ago today the legend Jill Scott MBE came to our school and met our girls football team giving them a talk that will stay with them for life! Jill had all the time in the world for our students and even wrote one of them a poem. Where has the time gone?! 😃

𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 We are delighted to announce our next set of FREE practical CPD events for 2025! 🕺 Creative movement 🔎 OAA 🤝 Interpersonal skills 🏃‍♂️ Live lesson with our guest pupils! Places are limited so book now! beyondthephysical.co.uk/events/

Would appreciate if people can share this - especially anyone around the Bristol area.

Adolescence is a brilliant watch, and it is important such a serious safeguarding issue is spotlighted. However the school portrayal from a safeguarding point of view is so far-fetched. Not to mention the HT’s response to pupil welfare after a pupil death to ‘keep an eye on them’

📣 Confirmed: The Primary PE and sport premium will continue for 2025–2026! This is a vital investment in PE, recognising its role in improving health, confidence & learning. 🗨️ “A big sigh of relief... vital to our ability to deliver for young people.” – Kate

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Thinking about September and being back in school #Inclusion

📢 OCF x Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East FAMILY FUN DAY 🗓 Sat 30 Aug | ⏰ 12–4PM 📍 Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, B8 3DT 💷 £1 Entry 🎁 First 150 get FREE tote bag + keychain! Climbing Wall | Panna Football |Bouncy Castles | Food Stalls | Alpacas | Wheel Chair Basketball | Blind Football

With lots of fun activities for all the family, food, DJ, Magic Man, punching machine, smoothie bikes, inflatables, gladiator ring, VR headsets + much more!

Good luck everyone in your return to your schools tomorrow!! Whether it’s an inset day you’ve got or you’re back at it with the children from day 1 - remember the huge difference you make & ensure you make plenty of time for yourself in what will be a busy first half term 💜