Blue Coat C of E School

This week, Year 8 students had the privilege of visiting the Gurdwara Guru Nanak Parkash as part of their learning in their Sikhi unit.

During the visit, students explored the prayer hall, learned about the importance of the Guru Granth Sahib, visited the Langar hall, and developed their understanding of Sikh beliefs and practices. They had the opportunity to ask questions, learn about the significance of seva, and gain a deeper insight into the role of the gurdwara within the Sikh community.

Thank you to everyone at Gurdwara Guru Nanak Parkash for welcoming us and sharing their knowledge and experiences with our students. It was a valuable opportunity to bring classroom learning to life. Gurdwara Guru Nanak Parkash

Making a Difference – Secondary School of the Year 🏆

We are incredibly proud to announce that Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College has been named a Silver Winner in the Pearson National Teaching Awards' Making a Difference – Secondary School of the Year category.

This is one of the highest honours a school can receive nationally and places Blue Coat among just six secondary schools across the country recognised for their exceptional impact on young people and their communities.

As a Silver Winner, Blue Coat will now progress to the national finals in November, where the Gold Award winners will be announced at a prestigious ceremony and showcased on BBC One's The One Show.

Headteacher Lisa Wright said: "To receive this recognition on Thank a Teacher Day makes it even more special. It gives us a genuine opportunity to thank every single member of our staff community for the difference they make every day. This award belongs to all of them."

Congratulations to our staff, students, families, governors and partners who have helped make this incredible achievement possible. 💙

The Pearson National Teaching Awards

Prizegiving Sponsors - We would like to extend a HUGE Thank You to this years Prizegiving Platinum & Gold sponsors. These companies have enabled us to celebrate all of our students achievements. Please go and check them out.

PRIZEGIVING SUBJECT SPONSORS 2026- We would like to extend a HUGE Thank You to this years Prizegiving subject sponsors. These companies have enabled us to celebrate all of our students achievements. Please go and check them out.

Today is Wear Yellow Day, organised by the Cystic Fibrosis Trust to raise awareness and support for people living with cystic fibrosis.

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects the lungs and digestive system, requiring daily treatment and ongoing care. Wear Yellow Day helps raise awareness of the condition and supports vital research and services for those affected.

Some of our staff have chosen to wear yellow today to show their support for this important cause. If you would like to find out more or make a donation, please visit:

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📢 Parents and carers, we want to hear from you!

We are working with Parentkind to become even more parent friendly. As part of this journey, we are inviting all parents and carers to complete a short survey and share their views.

✅ Takes around 10 minutes
✅ Your responses are anonymous
✅ Helps us strengthen communication and support for families
✅ Includes entry into a prize draw to win a £200 family away day voucher

Your feedback will help us better understand how we can continue to work in partnership with families to support our students throughout their secondary education.

Complete the survey here:
https://www.parentfriendlyschools.org/parenting-language-uk/p/parenting-language-quiz-school-portal-bluecoat-c-of-e

Thank you for taking the time to share your views and support our school community.

Eco-Ambassadors - Today, a group of 44 Eco-Ambassadors welcomed a visit from the John Muir Trust. The Trust is exploring opportunities to further develop areas near the school site in partnership with the Coventry Charterhouse and the National Trust as a part of a new Heritage Park. It was fascinating to learn about the wildlife that surrounds the school, as well as the environmental challenges, such as littering, that are being actively addressed.

THANK YOU CLM - We would like to extend a HUGE Thank You to CLM Church volunteers, who came into school on Saturday for our first volunteer day, to plant new areas and work in the classrooms and theatre refreshing our educational spaces.

If you would like to get involved with our next volunteer days on Friday 14th, Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th August then email Assistant Headteacher Mr J Sanders at [email protected]