Enrichment

Trips and Visits

Thinks Tank - Careers in Space (22/01/2025)

On Wednesday 22nd January a group of 30 year 10 pupils visited the ThinkTank to attend a careers event run by the National Space Agency. Pupils were lucky to attend some great talks and workshops from scientists about both their current research and also their career. For example, a psychologist presented about the effect of zero gravity on our brains and we learnt how satellite data can be used in a variety of ways. Pupils had the opportunity to talk to the scientists and ask them questions about their companies and also their career paths. A highlight of the day included some pupils being able to use a VR headset to experience what life on the International Space Station could be like and also see some equipment that people may use in space. Pupils were also given time to explore the galleries at the ThinkTank. Mr Prior and Mrs Marshall were very impressed by pupils' scientific knowledge, enthusiasm and conduct during the day - well done year 10!

Climate Conference (21/11/2024)

On Thursday 21st November, representatives from years 11, 12 & 13 took part in a COP style climate conference representing the countries of Nigeria & Bangladesh. They made brilliant opening speeches & important contributions to discussions about climate finance and greenhouse gas emissions.

Black Country Living Museum (14/11/2024)

On Thursday 14th November, Year 8 experienced life in the Victorian Era by visiting the Black Country Living Museum. Bringing their studies in English and History to life, pupils took part in an action packed day where they learnt about the Industrial Revolution and Victorian living. Pupils experienced life in the mines on an interactive tour, a Victorian school lesson with a very strict Victorian school master, as well as a guided tour of different shops, living quarters and workplaces of people who lived in the Midlands during the Industrial Revolution and beyond. Pupils were also lucky enough to sample some traditionally made fish & chip and 'old fashioned' sweets.

Normandy Residential (18/10/2024 - 20/10/2024)

On the 17th October, 41 Year 10 & 11 pupils and 4 teachers embarked upon a trip to the Château du Baffy in Normandy, France. While there, we experienced some French history, culture, and food (including frog legs and snail tasting!). On our way down to the château, we stopped off at the beautiful port of Honfleur, where everyone seemed to want to buy a baguette! We later continued to the Caen Memorial Museum. On Saturday, we had an excursion to Arromanches-les-Bains, which is next to Gold Beach. Here, we saw the remains of the Mulberry Harbour, which enabled the continued supply of provisions for the troops following the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944. We also viewed the German gun battery (part of the Atlantic Wall defences), and we later continued to the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, which overlooked Omaha Beach. There, we watched the flaglowering ceremony. We ended the day with a trip to Bayeux, where pupils could visit the impressive cathedral, view the Bayeux tapestry and practise their French conversational skills. Before we departed, we laid a wreath at the British Military Cemetery at Bayeux on behalf of Bishop Walsh Catholic School. This was a very moving element of the trip, and we were fortunate to be able to offer thanks for the sacrifice and service of the men and women who died whilst liberating France from Nazi occupation. It was an amazing experience; all the pupils were excellent ambassadors for the school, and we are really proud of them!

Mrs Bowker, Mr Yates, Mrs Condron and Miss Page

National Manufacturing day (26/9/2024)

Many thanks to WHS plastics who welcomed some of our Year 11 pupils to their Minworth site to celebrate National Manufacturing Day! A great time had by all!

Commissioning Mass at New oscott college (16/9/2024)

An inspiring day for members of our chaplaincy team who attended the Chaplaincy Commissioning Mass at @OscottCollege. We were also treated to a tour of the college with Seminarian Alex who answered our many questions. Thank you @Chaplaincy_KYT !