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.
Post-16 Newsletter - May 2026 edition
This edition highlights key updates, guidance and opportunities to support post‑16 young people, carers and professionals, including:
- the Birmingham Virtual School Post‑16 conference taking place on Thursday 25 June at Alexander Stadium
- an overview of the Birmingham Virtual School Post‑16 Team and post-16 support
- post‑16 pathways and programmes delivered in partnership with The King’s Trust
- secondary and post‑16 Awards 2026, celebrating achievement and progress
- enrichment and cultural opportunities, including Care to Dance, Street Art workshops and theatre visits
It also features:
- updates on new post‑16 commissioning frameworks
- recognition of outstanding post‑16 practice across colleges
- information to support professionals working with children and young people on Child in Need and Child Protection plans
- updates on Post‑16 exam results collection for schools and colleges
Each update reflects Birmingham Virtual School’s commitment to supporting aspiration, engagement and positive progression for Post‑16 young people as they move into education, training and employment.
Download Birmingham Virtual School's newsletter post-16.
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 spring 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 have suggestions for future articles, or success stories, resources, or strategies you would like to share, email us at BirminghamVirtualSchool@birmingham.gov.uk.
Page last updated: 13 May 2026
