What an amazing show by the boys of Turves Green Boys’ School, who recently performed The Wizard of Oz to a delighted audience.

In a special twist on the classic story, Dorothy was played as Daniel, giving the production a unique all-boy cast. Daniel did a fantastic job in the lead role, taking the audience on an exciting journey along the yellow brick road.

The Tin Man impressed everyone with his entertaining performance and his search for a heart, while the Scarecrow brought plenty of humour and energy to the stage as he wished for a brain. The Lion was also a huge hit with the audience, delivering a memorable performance as he searched for courage.

A special mention must go to Toto, who kept the audience laughing throughout the show with some wonderfully funny moments.

The boys performed exceptionally well, showcasing impressive talent, confidence and enthusiasm. Their hard work and dedication truly paid off, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the performance.

The show was a fantastic success, and the audience loved it. A huge well done to all the boys involved, and congratulations to everyone who helped make this wonderful production such a success!

To summarise the learning year 7 have completed in physics, along with thinking about what their physics education in year 8 might entail, Miss Mansell teamed up with Mr Harrison to encourage pupils to have a go at inventing their own cardboard fan made entirely from recycled or used materials. These fans used the power of stored potential energy to rotate the fins. There were some difficulties but the pupils showed resilience and adaptability in amending and fixing their designs. Good work!

As part of Careers Week, our Year 10 boys had the opportunity to visit South and City College, where they took part in a range of practical workshops designed to give them an insight into different career pathways.

The boys were able to experience engineering, bricklaying and automotive workshops, gaining valuable hands-on experience and learning more about the skills and opportunities available in these industries.

The visit was a fantastic opportunity for our students to explore potential future careers in a practical and engaging way. The boys from Turves Green Boys’ School got a great deal out of the experience and represented the school exceptionally well throughout the day.

We are proud of the enthusiasm, behaviour and positive attitude shown by all the students who took part.

Congratulations to the Turves CCF cadets that took part in a very enjoyable and memorable trip to RAF Cosford on the 9 July. 

Upon arrival the cadets met up with other cadets from across the Matrix MAT and they were given the opportunity to board some of the static displays that are not usually open to the public. The Nimrod maritime aircraft being a highlight as the surveillance equipment was on full view. The World War 2 hangar and prototype hangar were particular favourites. It was a delight to see the cadets snapping away with some impressive cameras!

Needless to say, behaviour was exemplary and a credit to the school.

As Year 10’s will need to start making decisions regarding their Post 16 options, they took part in careers week which involved, university visits to explore the value of higher education and the importance of GCSEs and further qualifications.

Year 10’s attended at least two colleges tasters sessions, the colleges arrange subject tasters and gave a tour of the provision to look at the facilities. The colleges also explained the range of qualifications and subjects Year 10’s can consider.

On the Thursday 8 employers came into school, including a tree surgeon, NHS radiographers, civil service, Edmund & Co.  Year 10’s in groups attended each session, introducing them to a range of pathways / careers they might not be aware of or thought about.

Careers finished with a mock interview, we had 15 volunteers from various industries who gave up their valuable time to give Year 10’s an interview and feedback. This is in preparation for Year 11 when they will be invited in by colleges, apprenticeship providers or employers for an interview.

On Friday 3 July, a group of our Year 11 pupils enjoyed a well-deserved celebration trip to Drayton Manor Theme Park to mark the end of their time at Turves Green Boys' School.

The boys spent the day making lasting memories as they took on the park's thrilling rides, enjoying plenty of excitement, laughter and adrenaline-fuelled fun. From high-speed rollercoasters to a variety of other exciting rides, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Adding to the occasion, we were treated to glorious sunshine throughout the day, making it the perfect setting for a fantastic end-of-year celebration.

It was wonderful to see the pupils relaxing together, celebrating their achievements and reflecting on their time at Turves Green Boys' School. We wish all of our Year 11 pupils every success as they move on to the next stage of their education and look forward to hearing about their future accomplishments.

On Friday 10th July 2026, 8 pupils had the exciting opportunity to visit Day 12 of the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Day 12 is one of the most anticipated days of the tournament, featuring a plethora of semi finals, where the world's best players compete for a place in the Wimbledon final.

The day began with our journey to Wimbledon, where we joined thousands of tennis fans from around the world. As we entered the famous grounds, we immediately noticed the unique atmosphere, with beautifully maintained courts, colourful flower displays, and spectators enjoying the traditional Wimbledon experience of strawberries and cream.

Throughout the day, we watched world-class tennis and were amazed by the incredible skill, speed, and determination shown by the players. We witnessed Dabrowski and Stefani beat Aoyama and Liang in the Ladies’ Doubles followed by Britain’s Alfie Hewett beating Gustavo Fernandez in the Gentleman’s Wheelchair Singles. The excitement inside The Number 1 Court was unforgettable, with every point greeted by enthusiastic applause from the crowd.

In addition to the tennis, we explored the Wimbledon grounds, visited the various courts, and learned more about the history and traditions of one of the world's oldest and most prestigious sporting events. We observed the excellent organisation of the tournament and saw the many roles carried out by officials, volunteers, ball boys and girls, grounds staff, and media teams to ensure the event ran smoothly.

Overall, our visit to Wimbledon was an unforgettable experience. Watching elite athletes perform at the highest level inspired everyone and the pupils’ behaviour for those that attended the trip was impeccable.

A huge congratulations to all of our Year 10 Geography pupils on successfully completing both components of their GCSE fieldwork.

Pupils recently travelled to Longbridge to undertake their human geography investigation, where they collected primary data to explore patterns of urban change, regeneration and environmental quality. They demonstrated excellent enquiry skills, working collaboratively to gather reliable data and make geographical observations in a real-world setting.

They also visited Carding Mill Valley to complete their physical geography fieldwork. Despite the challenging terrain, students showed resilience and enthusiasm as they investigated river processes, measured channel characteristics and collected data to better understand how rivers shape the landscape.

Throughout both visits, our pupils represented the school exceptionally well. Their behaviour, teamwork and positive attitude were exemplary, and they approached every task with maturity and curiosity.

The experiences gained during these field trips will provide invaluable preparation for the GCSE Geography examinations, where pupils will draw upon their fieldwork knowledge and first-hand experiences to answer exam questions with confidence.

It’s wonderful to see the hard work our Eco Committee has done yield some positive results! A lot of our crops have struggled this year due to the unprecedented heat we have experienced but we have still been able to share some of our veg and herbs with the wonderful staff in our catering team. Ms Parker was very grateful to receive some fresh mint and podded peas. Just wait until the apples and pears come into fruit!