Congratulations to the Year 9 Football Team on their impressive 2-1 victory against Heath Park last night, securing their place in the Final of the Year 9 Wolverhampton Cup! This was a remarkable achievement and we are so proud to have you representing the school through your strong aspirations.

If you see any of the players, be sure to congratulate them on their success:

• Adam White
• Ebby Matudidi
• Kacper Zagrzebski
• Ralph O’Connor
• Reuben Warlow
• Gabe Mullan
• Monty Buckmaster
• Esandju Almeida
• Boyd Field
• Finley Foster
• Godbles Freeman-Taylor
• Jake Evans
• Dadwar Hamed
• Solomon Evans

We are delighted to announce that two of our students, Akshay Kumar and Harriet Deadman, have been appointed as Youth Councillors for the City of Wolverhampton 2025.

Both students are looking forward to working with the City of Wolverhampton Council’s directors and councillors to promote the voice of young people and encourage them to get involved in their community.

Youth Declaration Event

Find out more:

https://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/celebrations-citys-newest-youth-councillors-elected

St Edmund’s was awarded the Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA) recently.  This is a nationally recognised award achievable by schools that work closely with families within their school community.

Yesterday some of our parents and staff had the opportunity to share coffee, cake and conversation. It was a great opportunity for parents to meet key staff in school and get to know other parents. 

Children can achieve more when their parents/caregivers are involved in their learning. Any concerns a child has can be discussed quickly and effectively if parents have a positive relationship with school staff.  The Academy continues to develop a better understanding of what is needed to support the school community.

The next parent partnership event will be advertised in the next newsletter and through the Arbor app. We would love for you to join us.

St Edmund’s students had an unforgettable day of tech-fuelled teamwork

 From solving creative challenges with 3D pens to build towers to the adrenaline rush of blindfolded Gran Turismo racing and the thrill of explosive detonation challenges, the day was packed with excitement and innovation!

 All activities were designed to inspire collaboration, creativity, and teamwork skills—and our students certainly rose to the occasion!

A huge thank you to LearnPlay for such a fantastic event. Our students are already looking forward to the next one! 

From film-makers to pharmacists,  from paramedics to primary teachers, St Edmund’s hosted over 30 career professionals who gave their time and expertise to support our young people in finding out about the world of work.

Students were excited to meet various local and national employers from the private sector such as  Zoom,  Aldi, COOP & Merridale as well as public sector roles in medicine, nursing, politics, probation services and social work. They were also introduced to the potential advantages of setting up your own business with nail technicians and dog grooming being very popular. Students were keen to ask questions and explore the pathways and choices available to them and the exhibitors were impressed with how knowledgeable the students were.

Mrs Hazeldine said, “Thank you so much to the range of professionals that joined us today. It was truly a wonderful experience for the students and an insight to their future careers and aspirations.”

Exhibitors

Clinical Scientist (Genetics) – Irene Griffiths

Deacon – Reverend Mick McKearney

Director – Matt Jones

Doctor-Pediatrician – Dr Zoe Johnson

Dog Grooming – Louis

Film Programmer/Archivist – Damilola Lemomu

Football & Education Coach – Lee Mills

Funeral Director – Sarah Watson 

Global Architect – Craig Letheren

Insurance Underwriter – Tom Corbett

Intensive Care Nurse – Julia Ashley

Lawyer – Tom Corrigan

Learner Recruitment Consultant – Matt Lawson

Nail Technician & Educator – Holly Harvey

Operations Health & Safety Manager – VictoVictor Hamrahi

Outreach Manager – James Collishi

Paramedics – Kyle Price, Bailey Stevens and Ben Durnall

Pharmacist – Rahul Gill

Political Organiser/MP Staff – Rosie Hazeldine

Primary Teacher – Jenny Byrne

Probation Service – Samantha Gee

Secondary Teacher – Emma Hill

Scientist & Manager – Dr Nikki Atwal

Store Manager – Gianluca Bellavia

We are thrilled to announce that our school has been awarded the Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA)! This prestigious recognition highlights our dedication to fostering strong relationships between the school and our wonderful community of parents and carers.

The LPPA framework promotes active parental participation in school life, leading to positive outcomes for our students. By working together, we’ve seen improvements in pupil progress, punctuality, attendance, and behaviour. We are committed to continuing this collaborative journey, ensuring every child thrives both academically and socially.

A special thank you goes to Mrs. Lethern, who has been instrumental in making this achievement possible. Her initiatives, such as hosting parent breakfasts and regular meetings, have created opportunities for open communication and stronger bonds within our school community.

This award is a reflection of our shared efforts and commitment to nurturing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. We look forward to building on this success and continuing to strengthen the partnership between home and school for being part of this journey with us! Together, we are making a difference.

Our GCSE and A-Level Drama students defied gravity as they took part in an extraordinary, behind-the-scenes Q&A session with five cast members from the UK touring production of Wicked!

This spellbinding 45-minute experience was packed with fascinating insights, as the performers shared enchanting details about the show, their career journeys, and the trials and tribulations of life in the theatre. From defying the odds to chasing their dreams, the cast members reminded students that, much like Elphaba, being “unlimited” starts with believing in yourself.

Thanks to a special connection with one of the performers, St Ed’s was able to offer this magical and unique opportunity – the kind of experience that truly makes our school “popular” in the realm of arts education. Students eagerly asked questions about the show’s dazzling production, iconic songs, and what it takes to make it in the fiercely competitive world of musical theatre.

Our students were absolutely spellbound (pun fully intended!), hanging on every word as they listened to stories of triumph, challenges, and life-changing moments in the spotlight. This was a once-in-a-lifetime moment that left everyone feeling inspired, motivated, and ready to make good in their own creative journeys.

It’s safe to say that after today, Wicked will always hold a special place in the hearts of our budding performers.