On 1 July, we were delighted to welcome our new Year 7 pupils to Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School for Induction Day, helping them prepare for a smooth and successful transition to secondary school.

Throughout the day, pupils took part in a range of lessons and activities, supported by our outstanding Year 7 Pupil Leaders. Their kindness, confidence and enthusiasm helped new pupils feel welcomed, supported and at ease, ensuring the day ran smoothly and reflecting our STRIVE values in action.

We also received excellent feedback from staff about the positive attitude and engagement shown by our new pupils, alongside positive comments from parents and carers about the experience.

We look forward to welcoming our new Year 7 cohort back in September and wish them an enjoyable and relaxing summer.

On 25 June, our Year 11 pupils marked the end of their time at Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School with a fantastic Prom, celebrating together in style before taking their next steps.

The evening was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the friendships and memories they have made throughout their school journey.

We are incredibly proud of everything our Year 11 pupils have accomplished and wish them every success and happiness for the future. Congratulations, Year 11!

On 24 June, our Year 11 pupils came together for a Leavers' Assembly to celebrate their time at Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School and reflect on the journey they have shared.

The assembly included a look back at old photographs and videos, heartfelt farewell messages from staff and a range of staff-nominated awards celebrating memorable moments, unique qualities and the many contributions pupils have made over the years. Led by our Heads of House, the event was filled with laughter, reflection and plenty of happy memories.

The celebrations concluded with the traditional shirt signing, giving pupils the opportunity to leave messages for one another as they marked the end of this important chapter.

We wish all of our Year 11 pupils every success and happiness for the future and thank them for the positive contribution they have made to our school community.

The children represented the school brilliantly throughout the day, playing fantastically well as a team. Their teamwork, determination and positive attitude saw them progress all the way to the final. Unfortunately, they narrowly missed out on the trophy, but reaching the final was a tremendous achievement and one they should all be incredibly proud of.

A brilliant day was had by all, and the pupils were excellent ambassadors for our school both on and off the field. If you see any of the children involved around school, please take a moment to congratulate them on their efforts and achievements.

A special mention must go to Denise G, who was awarded a sportsmanship award by the CEO of Dallaglio Rugbyworks in recognition of her outstanding conduct and attitude throughout the matches. This is a wonderful achievement and reflects the values we strive to promote.

We should also recognise Etham Y, whose “samba feet” footwork provided some memorable moments and certainly entertained everyone watching!

Well done to all involved for a fantastic day of rugby and for representing the school so positively!! 

Due to the extreme heat we will be closing at 1pm today (Wednesday 24th June). Please complete the MS form sent to all parents. 

School will be closed to all pupils: Thursday 25th June and Friday 26th June

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Fourteen Year 8 students recently attended a STEM Science Fair, where they took part in a range of engaging workshops, interactive sessions, and hands-on activities designed to inspire future scientists, engineers, and innovators.

The day began with students exploring stalls hosted by external companies and organisations. Activities included virtual reality experiences, reaction time challenges, flight aerodynamics demonstrations, and a variety of problem-solving tasks that encouraged critical thinking and teamwork.

One of the highlights of the day was a fascinating lecture entitled How to Freeze a Human. Students learned about advances in preserving organs for transplantation and how this research could help save lives in the future. Several of our students confidently volunteered to assist during the session, demonstrating enthusiasm and a willingness to engage with complex scientific concepts.

Students also took part in a workshop led by the Air League, exploring the problem-solving skills required in aviation. Working alongside students from another school within the Matrix Trust, they completed a series of teamwork challenges that developed their communication, leadership, and analytical skills.

Throughout the day, our students impressed both the presenters and the visiting companies with their enthusiasm, resilience, and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Several members of staff commented on how brilliantly they approached challenges, with some students successfully solving problems that no other groups had managed to complete. Their maturity, teamwork, and determination were praised throughout the event.

The day concluded with a visit to the Thinktank, where students explored a variety of immersive exhibits, interactive games, and hands-on science stations.

The trip was a fantastic experience, providing valuable insight into the many opportunities available within STEM careers. Our Year 8 students were a real asset to both the school and themselves, representing the school with pride while demonstrating the confidence, curiosity, and talent that will undoubtedly support their future success.

On 17 June, we were proud to celebrate National Thank a Teacher Day, recognising the incredible dedication and commitment of all our teaching and support staff.

Parents and carers were invited to send free personalised thank you messages to members of staff who have made a positive difference to their child's education and wellbeing, helping to celebrate the impact our colleagues have every day.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their appreciation and to all of our staff for the care, commitment and support they provide to our school community.

On Thursday 11^th June, Miss Hart took 11 Year 7 Girls to attend the 'Girls of Brum' Day, held at the Alexander Stadium. 

Centred around empowering young girls in all areas of life, but particularly sport, the day consisted of inspirational talks from famous athletes, interactive stalls run by a range of sports organisations, youth clubs and community projects, along with an afternoon of sports workshops.

The girls had the opportunity to learn more about what is available to them in the local area and take part in sports, like cricket, golf and cycling, that they wouldn't normally take part in, and had an amazing time making friendship bracelets, getting glitter tattoos, writing positive affirmations, learning dance routines and more!

Overall, it was amazing day to celebrate what women can do!

Our Year 10 students recently took part in a highly successful Mock Interview Day, with over 24 employers and industry professionals generously giving their time to support the event.

Students experienced realistic interview situations, helping them to develop their confidence, communication skills and understanding of employers’ expectations. The opportunity to receive personalised feedback from professionals was invaluable and will help them prepare for future college, apprenticeship and employment opportunities.

The employers were full of praise for our students, commenting on their enthusiasm, politeness and willingness to engage. The feedback received was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the excellent attitudes and potential demonstrated by our young people.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the employers who volunteered their time and expertise to make the day such a success. Their support plays a vital role in preparing our students for the world of work and inspiring their future aspirations.

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School in Bournville has been awarded Intermediate level of the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom.

The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the British Council’s work with schools so that young people gain the cultural understanding and skills they need for life and work in today’s world.

Shannon West, Head of UK Schools for the British Council, said: Dame Elizabeth Cadbury's international work has earned the school well-deserved recognition with the British Council International School Award - Intermediate Certificate.

We are proud and delighted to work with this great school. Many thanks to everyone for all their commitment to developing international work and sharing excellent classroom practice and resources. This is enriching education for its pupils, and their excellent collaborative projects with partner schools overseas are bringing the world into their classrooms. International work is key support for developing skills young people need to be globally aware citizens of the future.

Embedding an international ethos across a school can lead to International School Award Accreditation, the highest award level. Schools looking to join this supportive and engaging global network should contact us at the British Council”.

The Award is now available worldwide in countries such as Greece, India, and Nigeria. Over 6000 International School Awards have been presented to successful schools in the UK since the scheme began in 1999.

The International School Award encourages and supports schools to develop:

• An international ethos embedded throughout the school
• A whole school approach to international work
• Collaborative curriculum-based work with international partner schools
• Year-round international activity
• Involvement of the wider community