Parental Bulletin – 23rd January 2026
MESSAGE FROM THE HEADTEACHER
Dear Parents, Carers and Students,
Thank you for all that attended Options Evening last night. We hope it was helpful. Please return your options paperwork as soon as possible. Form tutors have been given any outstanding packs to give out. More Options Packs are available from the Data Office.
Mocks begin next week, main focus is on supporting our Y11 and Y13 students with revision, diligence and hard work, at school and at home please.
Our school production Matilda will be showing from Wednesday 25th to Friday 27th February – 7.00pm Main Hall. We would love to see you there!
Wishing you all a restful and relaxing weekend!
Mr A Ward
CONTACTING SCHOOL
As many of you will have heard on the school answer phone message, we receive an exceptionally high volume of calls on a daily basis. Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to answer a high percentage of these calls or to listen to all voice messages left. We would therefore urge you to email the relevant person/people you wish to contact. Not only does this ensure that we have a written trail of communication between you and school, but it also means that the person you wish to speak to is guaranteed to receive your message.
Please find below key contact email addresses: –
Attendance – for planned absences and recording illness absences
Admissions / appeals
General Enquiries
Safeguarding
Designated Safeguarding Lead – Mrs L Chinn – chinnl@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Year 9
Head of Year – Mr D Kesterton (teacher) – kestertond@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Pastoral Manager – Mrs S Harvey – harveys@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Year 10
Head of Year – Miss M Rowley (teacher) – rowleym@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Pastoral Manager – Mrs L Lester – lesterl@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Year 11
Head of Year – Mr S Green (teacher) – greens@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Pastoral Manager – Mrs M Senior – seniorm@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Sixth Form
Head of Sixth Form – Mrs K Loader (teacher) – loaderk@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Pastoral Manager – Mrs J Nelder – nelderj@trinity.bmat.co.uk
All staff – https://www.trinity.worcs.sch.uk/uncategorised/staff-emails/
WHEN EMAILING SHOOL
If you email Office@trinity.bmat.co.uk or Attendance@trinity.bmat.co.uk please can you ensure you put your child’s full name and year group in the title. If your child is absent, please only email Attendance@trinity.bmat.co.uk and NOT Office@trinity.bmat.co.uk thank you.
STUDENT EQUIPMENT
Please ensure your child has pens, pencils and any equipment needed for their day. Please also ensure your child has a refillable water bottle to keep them hydrated throughout the day.
CAREERS CORNER
Free Guide to support Parents/Carers in Supporting a Student In Exploring University The Parents Guide to University
Open Events:
HOW College – January Open Event 2026! | Heart of Worcestershire College
Cadbury College and Sixth Form 24th January Open Days – Cadbury Sixth Form College Birmingham
Stratford Upon Avon College– There are no new dates released yet. Call 01789 266245 for new dates relevant to you
Year 11 – Need support with looking at the options available to your child when they finish school? Take a look at the support from : Parents & Carers – Aimhigher West Midlands
Apprenticeship Webinars:
Stronger Starts Retail Apprenticeship | Tesco Careers
https://www.tesco.com/careers/en-GB/early-careers/apprenticeships/maintenance
Parents and caregivers’ session: make the most out of using Unifrog to support your child with SEND
Join this session to learn how to use the Unifrog platform to support your child with SEND and additional needs and find out how to access your parent account, navigate specific resources, and use the “student side” to see the some of the tools your child has access to. Understand how to make the most of these features and hear from our careers guidance specialist on having effective careers conversations and ensuring your child has the support they may need in 1:1 guidance session. https://www.unifrog.org/teacher/webinars/upcoming/1638-preview
Careers Fair – 13th February 2026 – All year Groups
We are planning a Careers Fair on 13th February 2026 and would be delighted to hear from any parent/carer that works for an organisation or has their own business that may be interested in attending.
Please email: Kenderdiner@trinity.bmat.co.uk
Careers Talk with Young People – BT Group offer a checklist for parent/carers to support career conversations. It offers a way of connecting the dots how tech hobbies can develop employability skills and open future opportunities
Work Ready – Toolkit for parents and carers
Explore apprenticeship opportunities at the HSBC Open Evening Monday 9th February 2026 6.30 – 8pm 1 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 1HQ
Spaces are limited so students are advised to register by visiting HSBC UK National Apprenticeship Week Birmingham open evening
Please note that students under the age of 16 will need a parent/guardian to accompany them.
Virtual Events for Parents
How to support young people – Facilitating parental support in guiding their child’s career initiation.
Monday 9th February from 6pm until 7pm
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: National Apprenticeship Week – How to support your child. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Facilitating parental support in guiding their child’s career initiation.
Register here
Thinking of University?
A new episode of the Uni Guide Podcast has been released today, focusing on one of the most important topics in higher education: widening participation and access to university. The episode features special guests from The Sutton Trust.
University support for students considering university – events, guides and resources | UniTasterDa…– It includes a searchable list of events, information on universities offering financial and practical support to help with attendance, and access to the popular jargon buster.
Year 11 Next Steps after Trinity High School – still deciding / unsure what to do?
Some steps that may help:
- Attend open events at Sixth Forms, Colleges and training providers
- Check out the Unifrog Apprenticeship and College/Sixth Form tools
- Drop into the Careers Room at break or lunchtime and speak to Mrs Kenderdine or email kenderdiner@trinity.bmat.co.uk for a meeting
Virtual Apprenticeship Fair 11th February 2026 4pm -6pm Sign up on Unifrog Accounts Apprenticeship Fair– Access expert advice from a range of employers including KPMG, Metropolitan Police, Royal Airforce and the BBC. Take part in live workshops including:
SEND and Apprenticeships
11th February 5.00pm – 5.20pm
Thinking about an apprenticeship but not sure how it works if you have a Special Educational Need or Disability (SEND)? Join this session to find out what adjustments and guidance you can expect during your application and beyond, and how to find the right opportunity that matches your strengths and goals.
How to use AI successfully in applications:
11th February 4.30pm – 4.50pm
Join this webinar to find out how to use AI to boost your applications. Hear from the experts on how to use AI tools to write cover letters and written application questions and prepare for interviews with tailored practice questions. Learn practical, ethical ways to stand out from the crowd when applying for opportunities.
What are T levels? Visit here to find out about Technical Levels https://vimeo.com/1138987502?fl=pl&fe=sh
A Parent’s Guide to Supporting GCSE Success A free, parent-focused webinar on motivation, structure, and using mock results to create progress without pressure or burnout. Live online · 28 January · 7–8pm (UK time) register here: A Parent’s Guide to Supporting GCSE Success | The Degree Gap
Find out which apprenticeship employers are recruiting now!
Visit :Meet the Employer – Amazing Apprenticeships
February 2nd Assembly Guests:
Year 9
TP Fire and Security Nationwide Fire and Security Systems UK | TP Fire and Security– introducing students to the range of roles within the fire safety sector, fire security and employees career pathway
Year 10
Kidderminster College Experience Excellence: Welcome to Kidderminster College Introducing students to a FE college, T levels and apprenticeships
UniFest
UniFest for year 10 students. Deadline to apply is 13th March and students applying can speak with Mrs Bond if they need any help.
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ATTENDANCE FIGURES FOR LAST WEEK
YEAR 9 – 89.3%
YEAR 10 – 90.5%
YEAR 11 – 89.9%
YEAR 12 – 88.7%
YEAR 13 – 77.5%
OVERALL – 88.4%
Well done to Year 10 for being the Year group with the highest attendance for last week.
WHAT PARENTS, CARERS AND EDUCATORS NEED TO KNOW
What Parents and Educators Need to Know About – Roblox
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For further guides, hints and tips please visit nationalcollege.com.
STUDENTS WITH MEDICATION
If students need medication during the school day, they should leave it with Mrs Moakes in the Medical Room and must not carry it around school.
SILVER AND GOLD DofE
There is a Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh meeting on Thursday 29th January after school. Please meet in the cube (in the canteen). The meeting will finish at 4:15pm
YEAR 9 GIRLS BASKETBALL
Year 9 girls Basketball tournament is on Tuesday 27th January after school. It will finish at approximately 5pm
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Jnr
Matilda the Musical Jnr – Tickets are now on sale and selling fast. Please follow the link to purchase your tickets. www.ticketsource.co.uk/trinity-high-school-vith-form-centre
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SCHOOL TERM DATES 2025-2026
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EXTRA-CURRICULAR TIMETABLE
Please find the latest version attached.
WORD OF THE WEEK
Our New Word of the Week ‘’amortize”
A verb which means the action of paying for something over a long period of time.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
| 13 February | Break up for Half Term |
| 23 February | Term starts 8.40am |
