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Year 7 Sponsored Walk – A Celebration of House Spirit

Our Year 7 students recently took part in a sponsored walk to raise money for Cancer Research UK and Save the Children UK – and what an incredible day it was!

The walk was a huge success, with all five houses proudly showcasing their colours and school spirit. From handmade signs and banners to hats, face paint, and chants, the boys went above and beyond to represent their houses with pride. Their enthusiasm didn’t just impress staff – members of the community praised their respect and positivity, with two passers-by even donating on the spot.

Throughout the walk, the boys embodied our values of Respect, Aspiration, Endeavour, Service, and of course Community by greeting local residents with smiles and well wishes as they marched through the park.

While every house made a fantastic effort, there could only be one winner.

After much consideration, the award for Best Display of House Pride goes to…

Alfred House! 

Their rehearsed songs, colour-coordinated face paint, and infectious passion truly stood out on the day.

A huge well done to Alfred, and a big congratulations to every single Year 7 student who took part. You should all feel incredibly proud of what you achieved – both in your fundraising and in the way you represented our school.

 

 

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Attendance Wonderwall – September 2025

The September attendance results are now in.

👏 Huge congratulations to everyone who showed up, stayed committed, and set the standard.
Let’s keep the momentum going into October! 💪

 

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Year 6 Open Mornings

🎓 Year 6 Open Mornings – Book Your Visit Today!

We’re excited to welcome Year 6 students and their families to our Open Mornings on:

  • Tuesday 21st October
  • Wednesday 22nd October

These mornings offer a fantastic opportunity to experience our school during a normal working day. You’ll be able to see lessons in progress, meet our staff and students, and get a real sense of what makes our school special.

📅 Booking is essential – please reserve your place via Eventbrite:

 

We look forward to seeing you!

 

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Wellbeing Advice – Optimistic October

🌟 Optimistic October is here! 🌟

Small steps can have a big impact. Each day brings a new action to boost your wellbeing and nurture hope. Let’s embrace optimism and make this month count 💛

 

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Wonderwall – Lifetime House Points

Here are the top 5 students who have earned the highest lifetime house points (since our switch to Arbor):

 

 

Congratulations to these students for their outstanding contributions to their houses! Your dedication and positive attitude set a fantastic example for everyone.

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Year 10 Information Evening Resources

Please click here for this year’s Year 10 Information Evening resources.

The resources include tips on supporting your child through GCSEs, learn about work experience, and explore pathways to Oxbridge, Medicine & Dentistry.

 

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Youth Mental Health Day

🧠💬 This Friday, 19th September, we’re proud to support Youth Mental Health Day alongside stem4

This year’s theme is #ShareSupport — encouraging young people to connect, open up, and share tools that support mental wellbeing. Whether it’s a kind word, a helpful app, or simply listening, small actions can make a big difference.

Let’s help break the stigma and build a community where every young person feels heard and supported.

Find out more and explore free resources: https://stem4.org.uk/youthmentalhealthday/

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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.

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British Weightlifting – Rajan Nagra

Rajan Nagra from 11 William recently competed in the British Junior Weightlifting championships.

He won a silver medal in the U’15 71kg category despite having sustained a back injury in the summer, which affected his training.

Rajan is a member of Warley Weightlifting club where he has been training for four years. He came 1st in his age groups in the English championships earlier this year.

Rajan hopes one day to compete for his country at the Commonwealth Games.

Mr Conway