Coast 2 Coast team raises over £9,000 for NHS
Highlights from our latest shows and productions
Celebrating 150 years on Compton Road
Shortlisted at the TES and Independent School’s Awards
Wolverhampton Grammar School Newsletter
WELCOME
TO THE SUMMER ISSUE
As the summer term of 2025 draws to a close, I want to thank you for your continued support of our school community. It was a joy to attend both the Senior Prizegiving and Junior School Speech Day, where many of our students were recognised for their hard work and academic achievements.
Celebrations of success weren’t confined to the classroom. Our Sports Days were full of energy, with records broken and enthusiastic participation. Students also shone in school plays, music concerts, dance performances, and House competitions. Every member of our community deserves congratulations for their dedication and accomplishments this year.
In the Junior School, pupils in Years 2 to 5 enjoyed action-packed residential trips, while others celebrated city and county victories in football and cricket. Dance shows and a memorable Year 5 and 6 production of Treasure Island were among the highlights of the term.
A special mention must go to our 2025 Coast 2 Coast team, who completed a remarkable 170-mile journey from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay, raising over £9,000 for the Neonatal Unit at New Cross Hospital.
Congratulations to all students who sat exams this term too, you balanced revision and summer activities with great focus.
We bid farewell to Miss Kailey, our Head of Careers, who leaves having secured the prestigious ‘Quality in Careers Standard’. This makes us one of only 11 Independent Schools to do so. Ms Sohal will now lead the department alongside her role as Exams Officer, and I’m confident Careers will continue to thrive under her guidance.
Our library, under the expert care of Mrs Rowley and Mr McAllister, has had another outstanding year. We’ve been fortunate to host many inspiring authors, with a standout moment being World Book Day. We welcomed Jodie Ounsley — author, pioneering deaf athlete, and Gladiator “Fury” who shared powerful messages from her book Keep Smashing It: Be Strong, Be Brave, Be Confident!. Her visit left a lasting impression on our students and guests from seven local schools.
Student wellbeing and mental health remain a top priority. This year, we’ve hosted over 25 events, including Big Conversations, workshops with Mental Health UK and Kooth, and performances by Saltmine Theatre Company. Our second ‘We Are WGS’ Day was a resounding success, celebrating our diverse cultures, identities, and the values of kindness and inclusion. Our Mental Health and Diversity Champions have led initiatives recognising Black History Month, Eid, World Mental Health Day, LGBTQ+ History Month, and South Asian Heritage Month. We were honoured to be shortlisted for the TES Award for Pupil Mental Health Initiative, an achievement that reflects our commitment to this vital area.
As the year ends, we say goodbye to several valued colleagues. We thank and wish all the best to Shona Hemmings, Iain Dawson, Rahema Begum, James Allen, and Ben Haig in their future endeavours. We also extend our deepest gratitude to Richard Bostock, Liz Harris, and Rob Walker for their dedicated service to WGS, and we wish them a long and happy retirement.
Let’s remember – we are all part of something truly special. We are WGS!
Nic Anderson Head
CLASS OF 2025 FAREWELL AND GOOD LUCK TO THE
We are so proud of our Class of 2025 who have taken exam season in their stride, applying themselves diligently and undertaking their public exams.
As the term drew to a close, the Class of 2025 gathered for a special Leavers’ Lunch in Big School, where they were joined by parents and teachers to celebrate their achievements. It was a memorable occasion, and the excitement was palpable as they received their Leavers’ Hoodies and Year Books, lasting keepsakes of their time at WGS.
To cap off their journey as students, our much-anticipated Upper Sixth Leavers’ Ball provided the perfect setting for a final celebration. It was a lovely event for our Upper Sixth to mark the close of their lives at WGS and to say their goodbyes.
As we bid farewell to the Class of 2025, we warmly welcome them into the ever-growing Old Wulfrunian community. We are confident that our Development Team will be reaching out soon to invite them back to WGS for future reunions and events, and we look forward to seeing the continued success of this exceptional cohort.
Introducing Our New Prefect Team for 2025/26
We are thrilled to introduce the students who will be leading our school as the Prefect Team for the 2025/26 academic year. Please join us in congratulating Summer Bloor, who will be stepping into the role of Head Prefect, alongside Charlotte Anderson and Taran Jawanda, our newly appointed Deputy Prefects.
They have demonstrated outstanding dedication, and a strong commitment to upholding the values of our school. We are confident that Summer, Charlotte, and Taran will inspire others through their actions, and we look forward to seeing their leadership in action throughout the year.
£9,000 FOR NHS! STUDENTS RAISE OVER
For over a quarter-century, our annual Coast 2 Coast Challenge has tested the grit and determination of a group of Year 10 students. The team for this year consisted of the following students:
Imogen, Fleur, Isaaq, George, Gabrielle, Gurjot, Maisie, Charlotte, Zara, Emmy, Frankie.
For 2025, the team chose to raise funds for the Neonatal Unit at New Cross Hospital. The unit cares for approximately 450 premature and critically ill newborns annually. With seven intensive care cots, seven high dependency cots, twelve special care cots, and five family flats, the unit provides lifesaving care for babies and crucial support for their families during this critical time.
They trained for four months and continued a tradition that the school has taken part in for the last 25 years. The team completed the challenge in just over 27 hours, battling not only the distance but also the elements, facing some of the wettest weather the challenge has ever seen.
To help focus their efforts, earlier in the term the students visited the Neonatal Unit to gain a better understanding of the care and support given to families and to talk to parents of premature babies.
I am immensely proud of our students. Their determination, resilience, and teamwork have not only seen them complete one of the toughest challenges but also raise a recordbreaking amount for a cause that is incredibly important. They are an inspiration to us all.
Mr Anderson, Head of WGS, said,
SPOTLIGHT ON
THE JENYNS LIBRARY
JANUARY
Tom Read Wilson and Ian Morris Author Event
Tom Read Wilson and Ian Morris returned to WGS to take Years 3, 4 and 5 on an etymological journey through the English language with a wonderfully interactive session of sublime storytelling and amazing artwork, which brought to life their fabulous book Wonderful Words That Tell a Tale
Tom’s lively presentation was complemented by live drawings from Ian, followed by an interactive draw-along where children were encouraged to ask Ian to draw anything they wished.
Discover Reading Project
Our work to support families across Wolverhampton to develop their literacy skills and access reading for pleasure continued this term, and we were delighted to welcome new families from Merridale Primary School and SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy. The first session was themed around the book The Tiger Who Came to Tea and saw the children enjoy a tea party, craft activities, and a song and dance. At the end of the session all families in attendance were gifted a copy of The Tiger Who Came to Tea
As well as new families, we welcomed our new Lower Sixth Reading Ambassadors, who have been trained to support our families by leading interactive story sessions and craft activities. A big thank you to them for making our families feel so welcome.
FEBRUARY
Wolverhampton Young Authors’ Prize 2025
Over 1,000 children from Years 5 - 13 from across Wolverhampton entered this year’s Wolverhampton Young Authors’ Prize with original short stories based around the theme of ‘Nature’. 100 finalists from Wolverhampton Grammar School, Christ Church Junior School, SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy, Goldthorn Park Primary School, Perton Middle School, Bilbrook Middle School, Merridale Primary School, Beacon Hill Academy and St Peter’s Collegiate Academy were invited to attend the Grand Final which was held in Big School.
Award-winning children’s author, Serena Patel, attended the event to share her advice with the budding young authors and to announce the winners, who have had their stories recorded as audio files by Serena herself.
The Final also featured a range of craft and creative activities linked to this year’s theme of ‘nature’, and children left the event with a floral keepsake with their pledge to protect the environment. The theme of the competition is linked to the work of our school’s Bennett Story Garden, which encourages children to connect with nature. The work of the Bennett Story Garden and this year’s Wolverhampton Young Authors’ Prize has inspired thousands of children from many schools to read and gain an enhanced sense of wellbeing, and we would like to thank the Merchant Taylors’ Foundation for their generous grant to fund this work.
MARCH
Pupil Library Assistant Awards
We are delighted to celebrate the exceptional achievements of Year 11 student, Thomas Evans, a finalist in the UK Pupil Library Assistant of the Year Award 2025. This recognition is the culmination of, to date, seven years of tireless dedication by Thomas to the Jenyns Library, which he has supported since Year 5 with unwavering passion and commitment.
The winners, selected from the categories, were as follows:
Years 5 and 6:
Winner - Eiva in Year 6 from Merridale Primary School Runner-up - Ava from Christ Church Junior School
Years 7 and 8
Winner - Maya from Wolverhampton Grammar School Runner-up - Veer from St Peter’s Collegiate Academy
Years 9 - 13
Winner - Mya from Wolverhampton Grammar School Runner-up - Yasin from St Peter’s Collegiate Academy.
Accompanied by Mrs Rowley and Mr McAllister, Thomas attended the UK Pupil Library Assistant of the Year Award 2025 Final in London, where he was championed by David Farr, the award-winning children’s author and two-time visitor to our school, who fittingly paid Thomas a fulsome tribute for all of his contributions to the Jenyns Library. Sadly, Thomas was not chosen as the UK Pupil Library Assistant of the Year; nevertheless, he rightly finds himself amongst the best eight student librarians in the country.
Thank you, Thomas, for all that you have done and continue to do for the Jenyns Library, and many congratulations on this well-deserved recognition –we are all incredibly proud of you!
MARCH
World Book Day – Jodie Ounsley
Children in Years 4 to 7 celebrated World Book Day with an inspiring visit from author and sports star, Jodie Ounsley.
Recognisable as ‘Fury’ from BBC’s show Gladiators, the muchloved sports star and pioneering deaf athlete, who represented England in rugby sevens, shared her empowering guide-for-life, Keep Smashing It: Be Strong, Be Brave, Be Confident! In the book, Jodie shows young people that they can do anything they put their minds to – they just have to believe they can.
Jodie led interactive challenges that encouraged students to believe in themselves and follow their dreams. Every attendee received a signed copy of her book thanks to a generous funding grant from Merchant Taylors’ Foundation.
MARCH
World Book Day – Forbidden Forest Escape Room
As part of World Book Day week, the Jenyns Library was transformed into a Forbidden Forest Escape Room, which saw teams of students having just 10 minutes on the clock to crack codes, spot hidden patterns and solve tricky riddles to escape the enchanted forest.
It was a thrilling challenge that tested the problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity of our students, who managed to embrace the magic of the moment and escape within the time limit.
MARCH
Commonwealth Service 2025
Mrs Rowley, Mr McAllister and our Pupil Librarian of the Year 2025 finalist, Thomas Evans in Year 11, had the honour to be invited to attend The Commonwealth Service 2025 in Westminster Abbey. His Majesty King Charles III, Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, and the Princess Royal all attended the annual Commonwealth Day service, which celebrated the Commonwealth’s powerful influence for good in the world through a vibrant multi-faith service.
The Jenyns Library was invited to attend the service by the Merchant Taylors’ Foundation, which has helped to fund several recent WGS initiatives, in recognition of its work to inspire children from across the city to develop a passion for reading for pleasure and its inherent benefits, which chimes perfectly with this year’s Commonwealth Day theme of ‘Together We Thrive’.
Prior to the service, the Jenyns Library enjoyed a fascinating tour of Merchant Taylors’ Hall, which has occupied its present site on Threadneedle Street since 1347.
MARCH
World Book Day – Clare Helen Welsh and Fiona Lumbers
Reception to Year 3 children at WGS celebrated World Book Day with an interactive and heartwarming visit from Clare Helen Welsh and Fiona Lumbers, who treated them to a wonderful exploration of Clare and Fiona’s new book, The Space Between.
In this beautiful story, a grandmother teaches her granddaughter the secret of the “space between” – the time between change and feeling at home, much like a flower bud waiting to bloom. Through Clare’s engaging presentation, the children learned how embracing change, no matter how big or small, is a journey worth treasuring, and the students left feeling inspired, with an enhanced sense of wellbeing and bravery to embrace life’s transitions. Similarly, Fiona’s interactive draw-along enabled students to show off their artistic skills.
Thank you to Jane Hindle, Kirsty MacDonald and everybody at Merchant Taylors’ Foundation for an unforgettable experience and your continued support.
Following our visit to Westminster Abbey, Thomas launched The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025 to WGS students. Students were challenged to write a story or essay on a range of questions, all of which promoted the 2025 theme of ‘Together we thrive’.
Congratulations to the following students for entering the competition:
Charlotte Barnes, Mya Chahal, Gouri Cherukuri, Toby Davies, Darcie Fellows, Emma Halford, Alex Hynes, Maya Martin, Elisha Morris, Krish Patel and Tina Shi.
We wish them all the best and look forward to hearing the results of the competition in the new academic year.
APRIL
RHS Garden Bridgewater Trip
Members of Story Garden Book Club and Gardening Club enjoyed a visit to RHS Garden Bridgewater. During their visit, the group explored the stunning Chinese Streamside Garden, spotted fairy houses in the woodland areas and identified the different varieties of spring flowers in the Weston Walled Garden. In addition, our students also managed to complete the mystery trail along the way and were rewarded with a special sweet treat. The group ended the day by selecting a lovely range of flowers from the RHS Garden Centre to plant back at School in our very own Bennett Story Garden.
MAY
Cressida Cowell Author Event
Children from Years 2 to 6 were treated to an unforgettable visit from former Children’s Laureate and bestselling author Cressida Cowell, creator of the How to Train Your Dragon series. Over 200 pupils gathered in Big School for an inspiring and interactive session, filled with laughter, imagination — and even a sneak peek at the trailer for the upcoming live-action How to Train Your Dragon film, which hit UK cinemas in June!
Cressida introduced her brand-new book, How to Train Your Dragon School: Doom of the Darkwing, sparking excitement, creativity, and plenty of dragon-drawing dreams. Children left buzzing with ideas, eager to read more and learn Dragonese!
JUNE
JUNE
Wolverhampton Children’s Book Award Quiz
It was a pleasure to welcome so many local schools to the Jenyns Library for our annual Wolverhampton Children’s Book Award Quiz. Well done to all of the quiz teams that took part and brilliantly showcased their knowledge of our 2024/25 shortlisted titles. We are extremely proud of students in WGS Book Club for their winning performance, which saw our Jenyns Library mascot, Bramble the Bennett Story Garden Bunny, present them with a trophy, certificate and chocolate prizes. Also presented with prizes were students from Goldthorn Park Primary School who were the runners-up.
Congratulations to Haroon Akhtar, Miles Bailey, Charlotte Barnes, Evie Cheung, Hattie Hughes, Maya Martin and Tina Shi for comprising the winning team.
JULY
Discover Reading Project
As part of our ongoing mission to inspire a love of reading in all families, the Jenyns Library was transformed into a seaside escape for our latest Discover Reading Project – complete with a pirate-themed adventure!
Our brilliant Lower Sixth Reading Ambassadors led young explorers on a quest to hunt for buried treasure in sandpits, follow secret clues with UV lights, and navigate a mysterious treasure map. The excitement ended in a high-seas showdown as students raced their very own pirate ships!
To cap off the adventure, every child received a copy of Billy and the Pirates by Nadia Shireen to continue the magic at home.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring this swashbuckling story to life!
Nadine Aisha Jassat Author Event
Year 5 and 6 students enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of magic, mystery and poetry with Nadine Aisha Jassat. As a highly acclaimed children’s author and poet, Nadine delivered an interactive and creative event linked to her latest lyrical mystery, The House at the Edge of the World. Nadine’s event captured the importance of friendship, family, heritage and hope, as students worked collectively to produce a poem linked to these themes.
JULY
Wolverhampton Children’s Book Award
It was fantastic to welcome bestselling authors Jennifer Bell and Farhana Islam to Big School for the 2024/25 Wolverhampton Children’s Book Award Ceremony. This year’s ceremony was a wonderful celebration of reading, as we challenged 100 children from local schools to design their own ‘Magicalia’ inspired Magicore and build a story cube linked to ‘The Misadventures of Mina Mahmood’. The ceremony even featured a group performance of this year’s Book Award song.
Well done to hundreds of children from across Wolverhampton for reading this year’s four shortlisted titles and voting for their winning book. We are delighted to announce that children voted for Farhana Islam’s beautifully diverse and entertaining book, ‘The Misadventures of Mina Mahmood’, as the 2024/25 winner. Miles from WGS and Priyan from Goldthorn Park Primary School presented Farhana with her winning trophy.
Thank you so much to Jennifer and Farhana for inspiring everyone at the awards. We would also like to thank staff and students from Goldthorn Park Primary School, Merridale Primary School, Perton Middle School, Pool Hayes Academy and St Peter’s Collegiate Academy for joining us.
Congratulations, Farhana!
CAREER PATHWAYS UNLOCKING
Students across a variety of year groups at Wolverhampton Grammar School have been exploring the wealth of options for their futures.
JANUARY
Going for green
Year 8 Aspire students delved in to the Green Careers module, where they gained a detailed insight into job roles in sustainability. The students spoke to OWs working in the Green Sector, including Dheeraj Kumar (OW 2019) who after achieving a 1st in Mathematics at Kings college London, has built a successful career in Data Analytics at Atkin Realis.
Exposing our students to the ever-growing green sector is amongst our key priorities as part of our Careers Education programme.
FEBRUARY
Earlier in the term, a group of Lower Sixth students aspiring to pursue careers in law had the valuable opportunity to visit Shoosmiths, a leading UK law firm. The workplace visit provided students with a first-hand insight into the legal profession, allowing them to explore the firm’s working environment, learn about the different areas of legal practice, and engage with professionals currently working in the field.
JANUARY
Lower Sixth students completing the Employability and Interviewing module had Miss Kailey’s support with CV writing and LinkedIn account set up. They also experienced a mock interview.
FEBRUARY
Refugee and Migrant Centre
WGS became an official ambassador of the Refugee and Migrant Centre, who have been instrumental in supporting our students with work placements in the field of humanitarian aid. This partnership opens up incredible opportunities for our students, including access to work placements, fundraising projects and valuable careers guidance in the field of humanitarian aid.
MARCH
Year
8 Enterprise day
Our students were challenged to design a brand new subsidiary airline for British Airways. They got hands-on with aircraft design, costing, marketing and customer service. Working in teams of six, the students presented their innovative ideas to a panel of judges as part of a House competition.
MARCH
Future Automotive Industry Professionals visit Porsche
This year, we teamed up with Porsche, Wolverhampton to give 8 of our students a detailed understanding of careers in sales, marketing, engineering and racing.
Huge congratulations to Zara, Henry, Tia and Azim who won the title of Sales Team of the Day, and Ryan, Lucy and Lola who produced winning entries for the photo challenge.
“I felt like I worked at Porsche for the day! Getting a hands-on experience in selling a car was amazing” – Zara (Year 10).
MARCH
14 aspiring medical professionals from Years 11 and 12 recently attended a Medical Careers Conference hosted at Concord College. The event offered a deep dive into the application process and entry requirements for studying medicine at university, along with valuable insights into work experience opportunities. Our students also enjoyed fantastic networking with doctors from various fields of medicine.
MARCH
Congratulations to our talented students who participated in the Model United Nations Conference! They joined students from other schools to tackle global challenges, representing countries with diplomacy, collaboration, and impressive knowledge on international issues.
MARCH
The WGS inaugural Law Panel
This event gave aspirant lawyers the advice and guidance needed to pursue a successful career in Law. It was a fantastic success, bringing together legal professionals and aspiring lawyers. Our panellists shared invaluable insights into the legal profession providing advice on the various pathways to entering an exciting career.
APRIL
Annual Careers and Networking Fair
WGS’ annual Careers and Networking Fair provides our students with an opportunity to develop professional networks for their futures. It is our biggest careers event of the year.
At our latest event, we welcomed a wide range of further education, higher education and apprenticeship providers to engage directly with our students. In addition, there was a range of employers representing a wealth of industry sectors, including healthcare, finance, law, IT, engineering, the creatives and the public services. We were delighted to host employers from high profile companies, such as KPMG, NHS, Jaguar Landrover, Tecman, Higgs LLP, Barhale and GMI Construction amongst many others.
A huge round of applause for the following students and their outstanding achievements:
Taran – 3rd place in the UN Environment Programme
Henry – 2nd place in the Social Committee
Saad – 2nd place in the Security Council
Nishaan – 2nd place in the Ethics in Science Committee
Harjai & Will – Commended for their exceptional contributions
MARCH
National Careers Week
During a jam-packed week of activities for our students, Eve Cowan (OW 2018) joined our Year 9 art lessons to share her successful creative career in the marketing department at Zoopla headquarters. Eve inspired students to follow their passion and challenge the myth that creative subjects don’t lead to success.
For many students, our careers fair sparked new interests. Conversations with professionals from industries such as renewable energy, construction and the applied sciences opened their eyes to new possibilities. Others found reassurance in speaking with university representatives or current apprentices who had recently been in their shoes, helping them to make more informed choices about their next steps.
MAY
12 of our Year 9 students proudly represented WGS at the Big Physics Quiz hosted by the University of Birmingham. Throughout the day, they tackled challenging topics including sound and vibration, kinematics, and even quantum physics — applying their classroom learning in a competitive, real-world setting.
JUNE
Celebrating Black Excellence at Wolverhampton Grammar School
We proudly hosted our first Black Excellence and Professional Networking Event in Big School. This purpose-driven initiative was designed to support and uplift young Black talent across Wolverhampton.
The event featured an inspiring panel of speakers who generously shared their career journeys and insights with our audience. Among our distinguished panelists were: Professor Nira Chamberlain, OBE – world-renowned mathematician
Dr Abi Daré – international best-selling author Jordan Russell (OW 2020) – semi-professional rugby player
Dr Sesay – award-winning GP and recipient of the Prime Minister’s Point of Light Award
Dan Peters – Senior Deputy Head of WGS
Following the panel, attendees had the opportunity to network with representatives from various companies offering Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) programmes aimed at supporting the career development of individuals within the Black community.
Events like this are vital in ensuring that our young people see themselves reflected across all industries.
As our panel rightly said: “If you can see it, you can be it. But if you can’t see it, then YOU need to be it.”
JUNE
Our Year 7 students took on the exciting challenge of Guess The Job, where they were introduced to a panel of professionals and tasked with working out their careers – no easy feat with such a diverse line-up!
From a Vet and a Bank Manager to an International DJ, the panel kept our students guessing and fully engaged throughout. A huge thank you to our fantastic panelists for giving up their time and sharing their career journeys.
JULY
Congratulations to all of our Lower Sixth students who completed work experience placements during Activities Week.
Our students undertook a variety of placements, tailored towards their future career aspirations. Our students chose to be based in industry sectors such as medicine, dentistry, law, engineering, charity, care services, architecture, property management, banking, accounting, and marketing.
JUNIOR & INFANTS AT WGS
YEAR 2 RESIDENTIAL TO LACHES WOOD
Day One
What a day! The excitement was palpable as we left school for our residential adventure. Cheers of “Laches Wood” echoed from the coach as we neared the camp.
After settling into our dorms, making our beds, and unpacking, we enjoyed a delicious lunch. Then, it was straight into our first challenge: developing our bushcraft skills. We started by building shelters, learning fire-making techniques, and even making popcorn over the fire.
After working up an appetite, we refuelled with a fantastic dinner—clean plates all around!
The final event of the day was a fun campfire sing-along. We ended the evening with hot chocolate and biscuits before heading to our dorms for some well-earned rest. Miraculously; everyone was asleep by 10 pm, definitely a first for a Year 2 residential!
Day Two
The children woke early, eager to pack and empty their rooms in preparation for departure later in the day. After a hearty breakfast (with many going back for seconds!), we set off for our tree, butterfly, and bee trail. The pupils had a blast exploring the woods, finding decorated birdhouses, and recording them on their sheets.
Next, we ventured across the grounds of Laches Wood, identifying different tree species and collecting leaf samples.
After lunch, we rounded off the trip with some awards and celebrations. The children’s behaviour was exemplary and they should be very proud of their achievements.
YEAR 3 RESIDENTIAL TO LACHES WOOD
Day One
We arrived safely at Laches Wood and were greeted by our enthusiastic leader, Mr Lloyd. After dropping off our bags, we chose our meals for the week and received a tour of the grounds. We then made our beds (a challenge for some!) before enjoying a tasty lunch.
Our first big adventure was Bushcraft, where we learned survival skills like building shelters, finding food, and making fire. The highlight was roasting marshmallows over a fire we created ourselves! Dinner brought a surprise visit from Mr Griffiths, and we finished the day with a nature walk, identifying bird species. A cozy cup of hot chocolate wrapped up the night.
Day Two
After breakfast and chores, we tackled teamwork challenges. First, we moved crates across an “island” without falling into shark-infested water! The Blindfold Challenge tested our trust as we navigated through obstacles relying only on our voices.
In the afternoon, we rock-climbed and then explored caves, pushing our limits through tight tunnels. We ended the day around the campfire, singing songs led by Mrs Hughes and Mrs Gibbs.
Day Three
Our final day started with Viking Games, where we tested our aim with traditional games like Kubb and Mölkky. We then made Neolithic jewellery using traditional tools.
As we packed up, we reflected on the unforgettable experiences, teamwork, and friendships built. What an amazing trip!
YEAR 4 RESIDENTIAL TO
BLACKWELL COURT
Our residential began with a visit to Tudor World, where we split into two groups for a guided tour. We explored Tudor customs and acted out scenes at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, taking on the roles of theatre-goers from different classes. We learned about Tudor society and punishments—Year 4 even voted to put Mrs Hare in the stocks!
After lunch by the canal and Royal Shakespeare Theatre, we toured Stratford, visiting key sites from Shakespeare’s life. We then travelled to Blackwell Court, where our instructor welcomed us and showed us to our accommodation. Once unpacked, we enjoyed a tasty dinner, free time with games, and evening teambuilding activities with Year 5.
After a good night’s sleep, we tackled a full day of activities: crate stacking, archery, laser tag, and tree top trekking, showing great teamwork and determination. A campfire with songs, marshmallows, and a surprise visit from Mr Peters ended the day on a high.
On our final day, we visited Selly Manor. Dressed in Tudor clothing, we played games, explored the house, and learned about life in Tudor times.
It was a brilliant trip filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories. Year 4 made us incredibly proud!
YEAR 5 RESIDENTIAL TO BLACKWELL COURT
On day one we settled into our pods and headed to lunch. After this, we split into three groups and tackled a range of outdoor activities. Some of us tackled crate stacking, archery and indoor climbing. Everyone had a lovely time in the sunshine testing our team-working abilities and developing a wide range of skills. You can see how much fun everyone had below!
During day two we split into activities and did a range of challenging team activities, testing everyone’s bravery while tackling the indoor climb, dual zip wire, crate stack and 3G swing. We also enjoyed some laser tag; we paired up with Year 4 for this and had a blast burning off some energy.
After a filling dinner and a quick rest, we took a visit to the shop and purchased a range of goodies to remember our trip by.
Then, it was time for the famous campfire! We joined Year 4 and learnt a range of songs before showing our amazing dancing and singing skills! By the end of the evening, everyone was ready for a really good sleep so we all had showers and settled down for our final evening.
Before heading home on day three, each group tackled abseiling, the fan descender, tree trek and high all aboard.
SPORTS DAY 2025
JUNIOR SPORTS DAY
The youngest members of the WGS community braved the heat and jumped and ran with all their might at their Sports Day.
It was a lovely occasion as families attended the event with picnics and signs to cheer everyone on.
As the scores were announced by Mr Cothey everyone waited with bated breath – would it be Attwood, Barnes, Campbell or Derry? This year’s winners were Campbell and the trophy was lifted by House captains.
SENIOR SPORTS DAY
Following the Year 7 House Reveal, the Senior Sports Day provided an opportunity for all students to compete for their respective Houses.
Moreton’s Piece was a sea of colour and excitement, adorned with house flags, and plenty of face paint. Offley Monster and Moreton’s Ninja Turtle were seen cheering their teams on.
As part of the day, the best individual athletes in each year group were awarded Victor and Victrix Ludorum Trophies based on the number of events won.
As part of the day, the best individual athletes in each year
As the final track and field events concluded, the scores were calculated, culminating in the announcement of the winning House.
A huge congratulations to Jenyns for securing the prestigious Sports Day trophy. with house flags, and plenty of face paint. Offley Monster and
SPORT AT WGS
Celebrating a season of sporting success. It’s been a phenomenal term for sport at Wolverhampton Grammar School, with football, cricket, netball, and tennis teams across multiple year groups securing major victories and titles. From the pitch to the court, our athletes have demonstrated outstanding commitment, teamwork, and talent.
FOOTBALL TRIUMPHS ACROSS THE BOARD
The Year 8 football team finished their season on a high, claiming the City Cup title after an exhilarating 5–3 win in the final against Heath Park. Their hardfought victory showcased both technical skill and excellent teamwork.
Meanwhile, Year 7, Year 9, and Year 10 football teams each emerged as City Division winners in their respective leagues:
• Year 7 took the Division 2 title.
• Year 9 topped Division 2 with a series of strong performances.
• Year 10 were crowned Division 3 champions.
The Year 6 girls’ football team were also crowned City Champions.
On the girls’ side, the Year 8 team secured their place in next year’s county rounds; an impressive achievement after a hardfought season. The Year 7 girls’ team also performed brilliantly, finishing as runnersup in the city football tournament .
NETBALL: CITY CHAMPIONS
It has also been an exceptional season for netball at WGS, with victories at every level.
The U11 netball team were crowned City Champions after an undefeated run, winning all five matches and conceding just two goals across the entire tournament – a remarkable defensive record.
Our Year 8 and Year 9 netball teams also claimed the City Tournament titles, showing consistency and skill throughout their campaigns. Meanwhile, the Under 15 team swept through their city competition, winning every match and earning a place in the 2025 County rounds.
In further recognition of excellence, the Under 15 captain has been selected to join the Nottingham Forest U15 netball team, highlighting the quality of talent being developed at the school.
ATHLETICS CITY FINALS
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the city final and to our gold medal winners:
Year 7
Rory – 1500m, Willow – 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay
Year 9
Michelle – 100m and 200m, Apro – 100m and 200m
CRICKET COUNTY SUCCESS
In cricket, the Year 9 team were crowned County Cup Champions, overcoming a tough Painsley side in a closely fought final. Their disciplined performance under pressure demonstrated the depth of ability in the squad.
The Year 7 cricket team also enjoyed a strong season, finishing as County Cup runners-up and setting the stage for continued success in the years ahead.
TENNIS CHAMPION FINISH FOR SENIOR BOYS
Tennis rounded out the term’s success, with the Year 9/10 boys’ team finishing the season as champions in the U15 South Staffordshire Division 2, thanks to consistent play and determination across all matches.
Congratulations to all players and coaching staff for their hard work, sportsmanship, and continued success.
HOUSE REVEAL
At the end of the summer term there was an excited buzz of friendly rivally around the school. This could only mean one thing… the much-anticipated Year 7 House Reveal.
Big School was festooned with House flags and bunting. Each Head of House, Mascot and the newly appointed House Prefects had prepared something special to welcome their new House members, from sunglasses to confetti canons, face painting to signs, the atmosphere was electric!
As students were individually called forward to reveal their House, each team vied for new members; the drumrolls and cheers could be heard from across the school.
Each student received a House tie and welcome postcard from their new House. Let the competition commence!
A MOMENT OF PRIDE - SHORTLISTED FOR TWO NATIONAL AWARDS
We are beyond thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for not one, but two prestigious national awards this year!
First, we were honoured to be recognised as a finalist for the Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year at the TES Awards 2025. This nomination celebrates the outstanding work Mrs Keeley and our students have done in supporting mental health across our school community. Mrs Keeley and Miss Jones had the privilege of attending the awards evening, where they represented WGS with pride. While we didn’t walk away with the trophy this time, we couldn’t be prouder of our students and achievements. Well done to all involved!
In addition, we are equally excited to share that we have been shortlisted for the Independent School of the Year Awards in the Outstanding Educational Partnerships category. This recognition highlights the incredible work our Head Librarian, Zoe Rowley, does to foster a love of reading and literacy through partnerships with local schools. It’s an honour to be recognised among hundreds of schools across the country, and we’re crossing our fingers for a successful outcome at the awards ceremony later this year.
ACTIVITIES WEEK
During Activities Week, students across the senior school embarked on various activities, taking on new challenges and meeting interesting people. It was an enjoyable way to end the school year.
Year 7’s highlight was the customary residential trip to Oaker Wood. Students in Years 8-10 engaged in diverse activities. Some played golf, progressing from crazy golf to an actual course by the third day, while others made movies, showcasing their films on Wednesday. One group even created a horror film featuring the school’s mascots. Teachers, too, joined in, with Mr Blything showing impressive acting skills.
A group of students spent a day in Birmingham taking highquality photographs with Mr Taplin. Our budding artists were joined by proffesional artist, Sam Wootton (OW 2017) who led a brilliant workshop on figurative painting, inspiring our students with his talent and creativity.
Year 6 enjoyed a fantastic author event with Anthea Simmons, launching her new book Secret Garden Rewilded. This was inspirational with one student commenting that “Anthea’s expression for all the different characters was amazing and the plot of the book itself seemed interesting. I can’t wait to read it.” Another said that “it made me treasure the outdoors and appreciate the beauty hidden within secret places,
even those as close as your own garden.” Sports staff led an alternate sports programme preparing for the Olympics including Paralympic activities, team-building exercises, dodgeball, making flags, and relay races.
Crime Week was particularly enjoyed by students. It started with West Midlands Police, Sergeant Mark Fulwood (an OW) and PC Catherine Clinton (part of the Football Unit, violence against woman & inclusivity) leading activities such as solving missing person cases and a forensic science workshop. Students tried on police gear, made their own fingerprints, and explored a riot van. They also learned to play the Dhol in a workshop called “Drop the Knife, Pick up the Dhol.”. On day 2 students participated in yoga, built their own prisons, and enjoyed a visit
from an animal handler, a magistrate, and Wolverhampton 360, who talked about drug and alcohol addiction.
The highlight of Day 3 was a visit to Shrewsbury Prison, where students plotted their escape from a prison cell. Although not all succeeded, everyone returned by 4 pm. Year 8’s standout activities included volunteering at Canal Trust and a visit to Wolf Mountain. At Wolf Mountain, students tried caving, rock climbing, archery, and crating, demonstrating teamwork and courage.
As the summer term concludes, I congratulate all students on their hard work. I hope this week’s adventures continue through the summer and look forward to seeing everyone in September.
CELEBRATING OUR STARS OF
DANCE AND DRAMA
In our spring and summer terms, our stage has been alive with talent, passion, and creativity as students lit up the spotlight through an incredible variety of performances.
Dance Show
This year’s Dance Show marked the debut production by our new Dance Teacher, Miss Smith. The performances were a true testament to her hard work, creativity, and dedication. Both junior and senior dancers delivered wonderful displays of talent, captivating the audience with their energy and expression. The WGS Dance Show is more than just a performance; it is a celebration of talent, individuality, and teamwork. From powerful solos to dynamic group routines, every dancer had the opportunity to shine.
Senior School Production
This year’s Senior School production of Pride and Prejudice was a standout performance, held in the school’s Hutton Theatre. The classic Jane Austen novel was brought to life by our talented cast of young actors. From the sharp dialogue to the period costumes, thoughtful staging and use of modern music, every detail reflected the hard work and dedication of both the students and the production team. The Hutton Theatre provided the perfect setting for this timeless story, and the performances were met with enthusiastic applause from an engaged audience.
Lower School Production
The Lower School production of Matilda Jr. the Musical was a joyful, high-energy show filled with laughter and unforgettable moments. Performed in the Hutton Theatre, the show highlighted the incredible talent of our younger students, who embraced the quirky humour and bold characters with enthusiasm and confidence. The fantastic set and colourful costumes brought Roald Dahl’s world to life, from classrooms to the magical chaos of Matilda’s imagination. With catchy songs, clever choreography, and plenty of mischief, this production had the audience laughing and cheering along from start to finish.
Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.
Junior School
Our Year 5 and 6 students wowed audiences with their fantastic production of Treasure Island, bringing to life the classic tale of adventure and discovery. From swashbuckling pirates to heartfelt performances, the cast embraced their roles with enthusiasm and plenty of humour. This was a real team effort, with not only performers shining on stage but also students playing a key role behind the scenes, helping with lighting, sound, and stage transitions.
PRIZE GIVING AND SPEECH DAY
Our prestigious annual Prize Giving event was once again held at St Peter’s Church, followed by canapes and drinks at the Wolverhampton Art Gallery. This year Senior School students were presented their well-earned awards by guest of honour and OW, Tom Johnson.
After leaving WGS in 2002, Tom attended Durham University where he studied French & Linguistics. He then proceeded to use none of the skills he learnt there, instead heading to London to pursue a career in advertising. Having worked on a range of brands and businesses, from 20th Century Fox and BMW to Glaxosmithkline and even Cheestrings (for which he apologises profusely!), he made the move into sports marketing.
In 2013 Tom joined golf’s European Tour, where he spent almost 10 years overseeing the marketing of a number of the biggest events in golf, including Ryder Cup matches in Scotland, Paris, Rome, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Whilst there, he managed a range of key business areas, including brand development, advertising, retail & licensing and ticketing, delivering a number of records across attendance and revenue.
Tom left in 2022, joining London-based events and hospitality business BOXPARK before returning to the world of sport last year as Marketing Director of Ascot Racecourse. He joins us fresh from a successful Royal Ascot where almost 300,000 people enjoyed one of the UK’s longest-standing sports events.
Infant and Junior Prize Giving and Speech Day
In the final week of term, Mr Griffiths welcomed parents and students from our Infant and Junior school for their Prize Giving and Speech Day celebrations.
Mr Griffiths reflected on an outstanding year at WGJS, highlighting exceptional fundrasing, numerous sporting triumphs, and fantastic assessment results.
He praised the students for their remarkable teamwork and collaboration on the sports field, the stage, and in the classroom, which has led to their incredible achievements.
Excitement filled the air during the Infant ceremony as Mr Griffiths announced which Houses the Reception students would be joining. The Junior ceremony attendees enjoyed a fantastic medley from the Year 5 & 6 production of “Treasure Island.”
Congratulations to all the prize winners!
ANNUAL SUMMER
ART EXHIBITION
Visitors were wowed once again by GCSE and A Level artwork at this year’s annual Art Exhibition.
Each of the students’ work had their own sections in our Viner Gallery to showcase their large scale pieces and supporting creations.
Avneet Sidhu Oil on Canvas
Eve Beards Coloured Pencil on Paper
Becca Thomas Mixed Media on paper
Eliza Thacker Oil on Canvas
Lexie Poole Oil on Canvas
Mia Fellows Oil on Canvas
MUSIC AT WGS
Junior School
The spring and summer terms have been alive with a vibrant array of musical experiences in the Junior School.
From enthusiastic singing, creative composing, and lively recorder sessions in our weekly classes to the cheerful buzz of instrumental lessons echoing through the music department, music has remained at the heart of school life. A wide variety of extra-curricular music clubs have also kept our young musicians engaged and inspired.
In May, all Junior pupils enjoyed a spellbinding, award-winning performance by Toscana Strings. Combining a brilliant string quintet with storytelling and ballet, the show brought music to life in the most enchanting way.
The summer term’s Teatime Concert featured a delightful mix of solo and ensemble performances. Rock anthems, show tunes, and classical pieces came together beautifully to create a truly uplifting afternoon of music.
Piano Competition
This June saw the return of our much-anticipated annual Judge Malcolm Ward Piano Competition; a prestigious event open to our talented pianists in Years 7 to 9. The level of musicianship on display was truly exceptional, with each student demonstrating impressive technical ability and confidence in performance.
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We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Davina, who emerged as this year’s deserving winner, an achievement that reflects not only musical talent but also many hours of practice and perseverance. Well done to all participants for making the event such a success.
Concert Time
It was with great joy that we welcomed parents, directors, staff, and students to our Spring and Summer Concerts; two of the highlights of our musical calendar. These muchloved events showcased the incredible breadth and depth of musical talent across the school, with performances from the barbershop group, choir, brass ensemble, and a variety of outstanding soloists.
From uplifting vocal arrangements to powerful instrumental pieces, every performance reflected the hard work and passion of our students and music staff. The concerts were not only thoroughly enjoyable but also served as a proud reminder of the vibrant musical community we are fortunate to have.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who contributed. Your support helps make these memorable evenings so special.
Dudley Music Festival
Our talented music students participated in the Dudley Music Festival recently, performing brilliantly in their respective classes. A huge congratulations to all the winners in their categories.
WELLBEING AT WGS
“WGS is an inclusive and inspiring community built on individuality, respect, equity and kindness.”
WE ARE WGS DAY
Building on the success of our inaugural We Are WGS Day, we were thrilled to bring it back for its second year, this time bigger and better than ever.
Students from across the entire school came together to celebrate their passions, hobbies, identities, and cultures.
The event included an exciting array of activities, from henna workshops and Afrobeat discos to DJ workshops, dance classes, and mediation art sessions. It was a day filled with opportunities for students to explore a vibrant mix of cultures and interests.
A school-wide fashion show in Big School saw students and staff take to the catwalk to showcase outfits from stunning sarees to karategi and everything in between, the outfits were a vibrant reflection of our WGS community.
At lunch time, there was a chance to taste foods from all over the world, learn to tie a turban, take part in mehndi and face painting or dance along to some dhol drumming. With some geek culture, a USA and Cornish corner and storytelling from around the world over tea, spirits were high and everyone had a fantastic time.
MERCHANT TAYLOR’S WELLBEING CONFERENCE
A group of our Year 12 Diversity Champions attended the Merchant Taylors’ Wellbeing Conference in London, joined by Mr Wood, Mrs Keeley and Mrs Worsey.
With this year’s theme of ‘Belonging’, the conference explored how schools can create inclusive, supportive spaces. Inspiring talks from award-winning author Dean Atta and Disability and
WELLBEING EVENING
We were thrilled to host an event dedicated to supporting our students’ mental and academic wellbeing. The event covered a range of important topics, including staying mentally fit, effective revision techniques, and managing screen time and technology use. Families also had the opportunity to hear from our student Mental Health Champions, who shared valuable insights on maintaining a healthy mind, managing stress, and preparing for exams.
It was a fantastic opportunity for our school community to come together. We hope everyone left feeling inspired and equipped with new tools to support their child.
WGS SMILE DAY: TURNING BLUE MONDAY INTO A DAY OF POSITIVITY
This year’s Blue Monday was made a whole lot brighter with our WGS Smile Day. With thanks to our Mental Health Champions, students enjoyed a series of fun events across both break and lunchtime, spreading smiles through the school.
Visual Awareness expert Seema Flower set the tone for a powerful day.
In the afternoon, our students delivered a workshop sharing how WGS fosters a culture where everyone feels seen, heard and valued, highlighting initiatives like We Are WGS Day and more.
The highlight of the day definitely being the Make a Teacher Laugh Competition, where students delivered their funniest jokes to our teachers to see who could get the highest rating on our laugh-o-meter!
Alongside this, students enjoyed activities including smiley face cake decorating, compliment crafts, and 100 reasons to smile.
SALTMINE PRODUCTION
We had the pleasure of welcoming the incredible team from Saltmine Theatre Company to our school for Safer Internet Day!
They delivered an eye-opening performance and interactive workshops titled “Filters” to our Year 7 and Year 10 students.
The session explored the changing landscape of technology, the role of AI, body image pressures, and the impact of mobile phone use.
Our students were fully engaged as they discussed how to navigate the digital world safely and thoughtfully.
SMASHED PROJECT
Our Year 8 students had the incredible opportunity to watch a performance from Smashed Project!
The workshop helped our students gain useful insights into coping strategies for social influence, decision-making, and other key experiences that students their age may face including: peer pressure, managing stress, and navigating relationships.
MENTAL HEALTH UK
Our Year 11 students had a valuable visit from Mental Health UK during their Wellbeing lessons. They took part in an insightful workshop focused on exam techniques and how to handle stress in the lead-up to their exams.
OUTSTANDING RESULTS ANOTHER YEAR OF
We are proud to celebrate yet another year of exceptional A-Level results, with students once again securing places at leading universities and degree apprenticeships across the UK.
With a school-wide culture of transforming lives as well as minds, students at WGS have achieved grades that reflect both their hard work and the school’s commitment to academic excellence. An impressive 43% of the 2025 A Level cohort were awarded with an A*/A.
Over 74% of all grades awarded were A* to B, one of the highest sets of results in the last 10 years, reinforcing the school’s position as one of the region’s leading independent Sixth Forms.
Many students have confirmed offers from prestigious institutions including Cambridge, Russell Group universities and competitive courses such as Medicine, Law and Engineering.
Head, Mr Anderson, said:
STUDENTS CELEBRATE TOP GCSE RESULTS
These results reflect what makes WGS truly special. We know our students as individuals, nurture their unique talents, and help them to thrive not only academically but personally. Whether they’re headed to universities, degree apprenticeships or into their careers, they leave us ready for whatever comes next.
We are once again celebrating outstanding GCSE success, with 79% of all examinations awarded the top grades of 9 to 6 – equivalent to A* to B under the previous grading system.
This year’s results show exceptional achievement across the curriculum, with standout success in English, Maths and Science, alongside a wide range of creative and technical subjects. In particular, Art, Computer Science and RS saw over 60% of students awarded grades 9 and 8’s.
Over 25% of high-achieving students had extra reason to celebrate having each secured 10 or more GCSEs at grade 9 -7, a testament to their commitment and academic excellence.
both academic achievement and the wider “I am incredibly proud of this year’s GCSE cohort. Their achievements
Mr Anderson commented: “I am incredibly proud of this year’s GCSE cohort. Their achievements reflect not only their hard work and resilience, but also the unwavering support of our exceptional teaching staff. At WGS, we place value on both academic achievement and the wider development of every student. The diversity of success this year once again highlights the strength of our allround educational approach.”
“We’re excited to see these students take the next step in their educational journey with us,”
Mr Anderson added. “We also look forward to welcoming new students joining Sixth Form in September.” careers,
150TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION UPDATE ON OUR
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
2025 is a special year in Wolverhampton Grammar School’s history, as we mark our 150th year on Compton Road.
Before relocating, WGS was originally situated on John Street in Wolverhampton – what we know today as the Mander Centre.
The need for a larger site to support the school’s growth had been recognised for many years. It was Thomas Beech, Headmaster from 1865, who became the driving force behind the bold move to Compton Road in 1875 – where WGS has remained ever since.
‘LEGACY GLITTER BALL’ –SATURDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER
An unforgettable evening of elegance and celebration. This is a black-tie event hosted in a grand Marquee on Moreton’s Piece. Be greeted in style from 6.30pm with a sparkling drinks reception, followed by a 3-course meal. Then dance the night away to The Blue Train, a super smooth 5-piece swing band. The Glitter Ball is more than a glamorous evening; it’s a chance to celebrate our history and invest in our future. All proceeds will contribute to supporting bursaries and transforming even more young lives.
Thank you to our sponsor Berriman Eaton for partnering with WGS on this special anniversary event.
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Over the past 150 years, the school has undergone many changes –from the end of boarding to the introduction of girls, from the launch of Big 6 to the opening of a full Junior and Infant School.
To mark this significant anniversary, we’re planning a series of exciting events in the autumn term, including a celebration weekend and our inaugural Giving Day.
SPARKLING HERITAGE GARDEN PARTY – SUNDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
Recreating the summer garden parties of the past. There will be entertainment by a 1940s vintage vocal harmony group, The Bluebird Belles, traditional games arranged by our school houses, and a delightful afternoon tea. The garden party is from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Follow the link for more details and to book tickets: Heritage Garden Party. You can also view footage from a WGS garden party in 1967.
For more details of both events and to book tickets* go to: https://wgs.org.uk/150th-events
We hope you will be able to join us for our celebration weekend!
*Tickets available to purchase until Monday 8 September
STAINED GLASS WINDOW
COMPETITION
We were excited to announce in June the three winning students whose designs were selected as the basis for our new stained-glass window. Students: Azim (L6th), Gabriela (Yr 7) and Stanley (Yr 6) visited the Ark Stained Glass workshop to see the window in manufacture and received a ‘cartoon’ memento from Artist Louise Hemmings. Their designs will be a lasting legacy in Big School for the next 150 years and more. The new window will be officially unveiled in October to coincide with our 150 anniversary.
WGS DONATION TREE
There has been an amazing response from our WGS community in buying a leaf on our new WGS Donation Tree installation. To date, 120 leaves have been purchased and engraved with OW names and words of sentiment from current parents in Junior and Infants, through to OWs who are in their 90s who left WGS in the 1940s. Thank you to everyone who has supported this initiative. Leaves are still available if you would like to be part of this new permanent display. Contact Julie or Caroline in the Development Team or find details at: https://wgs.org.uk/donaton_tree
COMMUNITY YARN BOMB
Thank you to all who have either supplied balls of wool or made us bunting and pom-poms. There is still plenty of time to help us ‘Yarn Bomb’ the school for our 150th anniversary. Please contact Julie or Caroline in the Development Team for wool or patterns if you would like to get involved. Thank you to the Thursday Knitting Club for the idea and your help with this project. Main Reception is open over the summer so you can drop off your yarn bomb bunting and pom poms
www.wgs.org.uk/community-yarn-bomb
THANK YOU!
As we celebrate 150 years on Compton Road, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our current parents and staff who have supported the 150 Appeal so far.
Whether you’ve purchased a leaf on our donation tree, are joining us at the Legacy Glitter Ball or Heritage Garden Party, donated wool and yarn, or contributed your time and creativity to our yarn bomb project – your support means the world to us.
Thank you for being such an important part of this milestone year in Wolverhampton Grammar School’s history.
INAUGURAL WGS GIVING DAY!
Wednesday 15 October 2025
A day of fun activities and challenges celebrating our actual 150th anniversary.
Further details will follow in September, so look out for this. We hope you will join in and support us.
If you would like to hear more about anything featured in this edition of The Independent please contact the School email: marketing@wgs-sch.net
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