Cyber First Awards

On the evening of Wednesday 10th September, members of the Computer Science team attended a celebration at the KPMG offices in Birmingham, where twelve West Midlands schools were formally recognised as CyberFirst Schools by the Government’s National Cyber Security Centre.

We are proud to announce that King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School was formally awarded CyberFirst Silver status, recognising the dedication of our staff and students in developing excellence in computing and cybersecurity education. This award reflects not only the strength of our curriculum, but also the commitment shown by our pupils in embracing opportunities to build their digital skills and prepare for the challenges of the future.

The evening itself was inspiring, with leaders from industry, academia and government giving keynote speeches about the vital role of young people in shaping the future of the cyber sector. The awards ceremony was a proud moment for the school, and it was wonderful to see the hard work of the computing department celebrated. The event concluded with a powerful cyber panel discussion and the exciting opportunities ahead for students entering this field.

As a school, we are delighted to be part of the CyberFirst Schools community. This incredible success highlights our ongoing commitment to preparing students for the digital age, ensuring they develop the knowledge, skills, and resilience required to succeed in education and the workplace, ensuring they become the digital leaders of the future.