Sweet Surprise for Staff: A Caramel or Crème Egg Treat Brightens the Day!
Mini Marathon Fundraising Success
Following the Easter break, our Year 7–9 pupils took part in the Mini London Marathon in Schools during their PE lessons, demonstrating fantastic perseverance, resilience and determination as they challenged themselves to run as far as possible within their allocated time. It was inspiring to see such enthusiasm for promoting healthy, active lifestyles across the school.
We are incredibly proud to share that, through their efforts and the generous support of our community, pupils have raised over £1,300 for Papyrus, a national charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.
Every step taken and every donation made will contribute towards supporting young people and raising awareness of such an important cause. Thank you to all pupils, families and supporters who helped make this event so meaningful.
Our Trust fundraising total is now just a few hundred pounds from hitting £20,000.
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Walsall Youth Debate
Our Year 12 students represented Barr Beacon School brilliantly at Walsall’s Youth Debate at the council chambers, engaging in local democracy and contributing thoughtful ideas on key issues such as fly‑tipping and the Walsall Waste Strategy, helping councillors explore solutions that matter to young people in our borough. We’re incredibly proud of how confidently they shared their views and supported local decision‑making.
Half price drinks and a place to hang out
Beacon Church on Pheasey estate has recently opened up a youth and community coffee shop, called 3:16 Coffee. The delicious drinks are already much cheaper than the chains and they’re offering a 50% discount for all pupils from Barr Beacon on hot drinks, slushies and milkshakes! There are also cakes and ice creams.
Even if you don’t want to buy anything at 3:16 Cafe, you’re very welcome here. And the Wifi is free for all!
The coffee shop forms the entrance to the church with the aim of giving our community’s young people a place to hang out in a friendly, welcoming space and, if you want to, there are games and other activities too.
It’s open on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 9.30am to 4.30pm and Saturdays from 10am-5pm.
Oscar Awards Ceremony
At Barr Beacon, we are incredibly proud of the dedication, passion and hard work shown by our staff every single day. The Barr Beacon Spring Term Oscars provided a fantastic opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions made across our school community.
These awards highlight not only exceptional teaching and support, but also the positive relationships, teamwork and commitment that make Barr Beacon such a special place to learn and work. Every nomination (203 in total) reflected the high standards and care our staff bring to their roles, and we are grateful to everyone who continues to go above and beyond.
We are delighted to congratulate this terms winners:
Oscar Awards Ceremony
Faculty Members of the Term
H Cusworth, M Bagshaw, R Ahua, R Juss, L Otten, C Ashley, K Thompson, V Askew
Support Staff Member of the Term
J Wallace
Unsung Hero Award
V Aswat
Above & Beyond Award
S Bey
Positive Energy Award
M Harris
Most Supportive Colleague
S Kaur
Team Player Award
S Wild
School Values Ambassador Award
J Brocklebank
Corridor Presence Award
L Rennison
The Calm in the Storm Award
R Llewellyn and H Fullard
Making a Difference Everyday
E Steel
Barr Beacon Staff Put to the Test in Wellbeing Quiz
On Tuesday 24th March, Barr Beacon staff came together for a lively and entertaining Wellbeing Quiz, hosted by quizmasters Mr Ball and Mr Davies.
The event kicked off with a fun “Guess the Chocolate” round, followed by the amusing “Taller Than Ball” challenge, which had staff laughing as they compared height of random objects with the 5ft 6 inch Mr Ball! One of the highlights of the event was the music round, brilliantly delivered by the Mc Lauries, which proved a hit with everyone involved.
Competition was fierce throughout the event, with teams battling it out across a range of creative rounds. In a closely contested finish, Mr Watson triumphed in the “Come Fly With Me” paper aeroplane challenge, narrowly beating Mr Dawes.
The quiz was a great success, bringing staff together for fun and laughter
Staff Stay Survey You said, We Did
Barr Beacon School continues to prioritise staff wellbeing with recent upgrades to the staff room area.
The staff room now includes a new microwave and kettle, making it easier for staff to prepare meals and hot drinks.
A new book exchange has also been introduced in the staff room area, offering staff the opportunity to share and borrow books. This initiative encourages staff to take time for themselves and enjoy a quiet moment of reading during their lunch breaks. Staff have already responded positively to the changes, highlighting “how quick their lunch now heats up ! “
Staff Wellbeing Breakfast 23rd March
Staff at Barr Beacon staff on Monday 23rd March enjoyed a special “Thank You Breakfast” marking the end of a busy spring term.
The menu included fresh fruit, yoghurt, and a variety of hot sausage sandwiches, alongside freshly baked chocolate croissants that proved especially popular. The combination of healthy options and comforting treats created a balanced and enjoyable start to the day.
We would like to thank all out staff for the hard work and dedication shown throughout the term.
Testimonial “Events like this aim to boost morale, encourage a positive working environment, and give staff a well-deserved moment to pause before the Easter break.” A Sidhu
Duke of Edinburgh Celebration
This week 22 pupils have received either their Bronze or Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award. We are incredibly proud of their achievements.
We also have student attending the Buckingham Palace Garden Parties this year to collect their Gold Awards.
Please remember your child must complete all sections of the DofE to get their award not just the expedition. Please check their eDofE account to see what they have left to complete.
Have your say!
We value your thoughts and would like to hear your views about your child’s experience at Barr Beacon School. Your feedback is important in helping us to understand what we are doing well and where we can improve.
Please take a few minutes to complete our Parental View Survey by 27th March 2026 . The survey is quick and easy to complete.
All submissions will be entered in to prize draw to win a £25 Amazon voucher.
You can access it via the following link:
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