The Warm Place initiative, introduced by Birmingham City Council, aims to establish a network of free-to-use Warm Welcome sites throughout the city, providing essential support and services to address the cost of living crisis. In collaboration with partners and inspired by the community response during the pandemic, the council is working alongside voluntary and community sector organisations to expand these spaces, offering a welcoming environment for individuals to engage in activities, access services, receive practical advice, and connect with their community.

Current locations include leisure centres, the Northfield arts forum, and the Spitfire advice centre. Warm Welcome spaces are designed to be accessible, providing heating and basic refreshments, while fostering inclusivity, non-judgmental support, and the ability to guide visitors towards additional assistance.

Turves Green Boys’ School has been involved from the outset, with our hospitality and catering pupils contributing treats such as flapjacks, cakes, and apple pies. We have also extended invitations to our new community friends, inviting them to celebrate with us at events such as art shows and musical performances, and we are even welcoming the entire church community to our summer musicals evening.

We were delighted to host Mr. D Green from Young Minds, a Mental Health Charity, at Turves Green Boys’ School last week. Mr. D Green conducted training for our new Mental Health Champions, fostering an understanding of mental health, resilience building, and exchanging ideas on enhancing mental health understanding and support within our school community. Over the next two weeks, our Champions will survey their peers to gather their perspectives, which will be shared at our upcoming Young Minds Conference and used to create a comprehensive mental health action plan.

We applaud the boys for taking the lead on this vital project and commend them for their outstanding efforts!

A huge ‘well done’ to all of the Year 11 pupils who completed their French speaking exams last week. The effort that the pupils put into the preparation for these exams was second to none. A special vote of thanks goes to A Elsanousi, M Chandigere and R Swift who supported their classmates with revision. Many pupils were in school at 08:00 to revise, and some gave up their breaks and lunch breaks to practise with their French teachers and their peers. We are immensely proud of all your hard work! Merci!

We would also like to congratulate all of the pupils who attended revision sessions in the October and February half-term breaks, as well as over Easter and look forward to seeing you in the May half-term.

Sessions will run on the Tuesday and Wednesday during the half-term break.

With months of relentless effort, unwavering dedication, and countless hours spent on revision, our exceptional Year 11 pupils embark on their GCSE examination series. We’re sending our best wishes to Year 11, fully confident that they will conquer this challenge with flying colours! Let your determination and self-motivation shine through, demonstrating the true embodiment of our cherished Turves Values. Believe in yourselves, Year 11, and let success be your reward! #TurvesValues #SelfMotivatedToAchieve

Turves Green Boys’ School takes great pride in spearheading the MATRIX SEND Conference in collaboration with Mr. Simon Mosley. This significant event provided an excellent platform for SENDCOs within the trust to convene, exchange valuable insights, and foster the development of best practices. The outcome of this conference was the creation of a comprehensive action plan for the upcoming year, aimed at guaranteeing an inclusive educational experience for our pupils with additional needs. Our commitment remains unwavering in ensuring that every pupil receives an exceptional education, regardless of any challenges they may face.

Turves Green Boys’ School Chess Club is a fantastic opportunity for pupils to learn and develop their strategic abilities while having fun in a friendly environment. Chess is a game that requires concentration, patience, and the ability to think ahead, and the members of this club have been excelling in all of these areas.

Through regular practice and coaching, pupils have been improving their gameplay and expanding their understanding of the game. They have been able to challenge themselves and each other, always pushing to improve their skills and hone their tactics.

The chess club at Turves Green Boys’ School has provided a welcoming and inclusive space for pupils to come together and bond over their love of the game. They have built strong friendships and formed a supportive community that celebrates their successes and helps them overcome their challenges. Overall, the Turves Green Boys’ School Chess Club is an excellent example of how extracurricular activities can have a positive impact on pupils’ academic and personal growth. It provides a platform for pupils to develop their strategic abilities, form lasting friendships, and have fun in a safe and supportive environment.

Turves Green Boys’ School is proud to announce the establishment of a new club, the Allies Club, which aims to promote awareness and support for the LGBTQ+ community. The club’s values centre around inclusivity, respect, and understanding, and all pupils are welcome to join.

The Allies Club provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils to learn about and celebrate diversity. Members of the club will work together to increase awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, and promote equality and inclusion within the school community.

Through a range of activities and events, the Allies Club will create opportunities for pupils to engage with and learn from one another. Members will have the chance to share their own experiences and perspectives, and to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective allies.

The creation of the Allies Club reflects Turves Green Boys’ School’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful community. By providing a space where pupils can come together to learn and grow, the school is helping to create a more accepting and compassionate society for all.

The excitement was palpable among the pupils of Turves Green Boys’ School as they eagerly awaited the much-anticipated King’s coronation celebration. With the help of the amazing catering team, the school was transformed into a vibrant and festive space, filled with patriotic colours, beautiful decorations, and mouth-watering special occasion-inspired food and cakes.

As the week progressed, the school was adorned with cheerful bunting and colourful flags, adding to the already exciting atmosphere. The catering team had truly outdone themselves, creating an impressive spread of delicious treats, fit for royalty.

Overall, the King’s coronation celebration at Turves Green Boys’ School was a resounding success, thanks to the hard work and dedication of the catering team and school staff. It was a week that will be fondly remembered for years to come, as the pupils experienced the magic and excitement of this historic occasion in a truly uplifting and positive way.

Turves Green Boys’ School held a series of assemblies this week focused on Mental Health Awareness Month, where pupils were educated on the signs, conditions, and ways to look after themselves when it comes to mental health. The assemblies provided valuable insights and raised awareness of the importance of mental health, teaching pupils how to recognise the signs of mental health struggles and seek help when needed. Pupils were encouraged to prioritise their mental health and were provided with practical advice on how to care for themselves and others.

Overall, the assemblies were a valuable opportunity for pupils to gain a deeper understanding of mental health and to feel supported in their own mental health journeys.

At our school, we take great pride in our comprehensive Pupil Support Services, which include three dedicated Heads of House, a School Social Worker, a Student Social Worker, a Mental Health Practitioner, an Intervention Lead, and an Attendance Manager. These compassionate professionals are available to provide swift and comprehensive wrap-around care and support to our pupils whenever they are needed.

A Year 7 headteacher commendation award recognises a pupil’s outstanding effort and achievements in their academic and personal development during their first year of secondary school. The commendation award is a testament to the pupil’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence.

The pupils of this award have demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility, maturity, and dedication throughout their first year of secondary school. They have set a high standard for themselves and their peers, and have shown that they are capable of achieving great things through hard work and commitment. The Year 7 headteacher commendation award is a well-deserved recognition of their achievements, and we look forward to seeing them continue to excel in their academic and personal development in the years to come at Turves Green Boys School. 

Names: 

A. Singh 7B1

M. Al Jemaa 7B1

K. Hooper 7A1

T. Rose 7T1

M. Scarf 7B1

R.Biddle 7B1

B. Mallett 7T1

O. Hinton 7A1