Birmingham Virtual School newsletters
Birmingham Virtual School publishes a newsletter throughout the academic year.
Each edition shares updates on activities, events and opportunities for children in care across Birmingham.
The newsletter celebrates achievements, showcases talents and highlights the work Birmingham Virtual School does to support young people.
Spring term 2026 edition
This edition highlights a full programme of enrichment and opportunities for children and young people in care, including:
- the awards ceremony for young people aged 11 to 18 years
- the WMVS CiC Foundation Wicked Workshop
- the Winner Up! music celebration
- music lessons delivered in partnership with Services For Education
- the Care to Dance creative programme
- free swimming lessons
It also features:
- success stories from recent WMVS podcast workshops
- important updates on nomination processes for the awards ceremony
- information for carers, teachers, social workers and partners on how young people can get involved across the spring term
Each initiative reflects Birmingham Virtual School’s commitment to building confidence, nurturing talents and creating joyful experiences for every child.
Download Birmingham Virtual School's sprng term newsletter
December 2025 edition
This edition celebrates the festive season and shares opportunities for children in care, including:
- the Care to Dance creative programme
- free swimming lessons
- high quality music tuition
- discounted family theatre tickets
- WMVS CiC Foundation workshops
It also features:
- inspiring stories and achievements from young people
- details of the Birmingham Virtual School awards ceremony
- useful information for carers and professionals
Each initiative reflects Birmingham Virtual School’s commitment to building confidence, nurturing talents and creating joyful experiences for every child.
Birmingham Virtual School wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy new year.
Download Birmingham Virtual School’s December newsletter
If you do have suggestions for future articles, or have success stories, resources or strategies you would like to share, email us at BirminghamVirtualSchool@birmingham.gov.uk.
Page last updated: 18 December 2025
