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We always strive to provide the best educational experience for our students, and your insights as parents and carers are invaluable in helping us achieve this goal. We warmly invite you to take part in our Parent/Carer Survey 2025. It takes less than 2 minutes to answer the multiple-choice questions, and there is an optional free-text box for any additional thoughts. Please share your open, honest feedback – it genuinely helps! We would really appreciate all parents and carers completing the survey, so that it is representative of a wide range of views. If you have a specific enquiry about your child, as always please raise a helpdesk ticket or book a meeting with a senior leader, as we won't be able to respond to individual queries through the survey. Play, Perform, Progress – Join Our Music Lessons!We are very happy to offer high-quality instrumental lessons at Q3 Academy Great Barr. The benefits of learning a musical instrument stretch far past being able to play a tune, chords, or a beat. All our lessons are taught by professional musicians and we are lucky to boast some of the best instrumental teachers in the area. Lessons are subsidised and offered at a very competitive rate to open opportunities to all. 
Learning to play a musical instrument offers a wealth of benefits. It has been shown to boost mental health by reducing stress and providing an emotional outlet for self-expression. Mastering an instrument also sharpens cognitive abilities, improving memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills. 
Making music fosters creativity and self-confidence. The act of performing and rehearsing with others encourages teamwork and social connection. Learning an instrument enhances both mind and well-being, making it a rewarding pursuit for anyone, regardless of age or ability. 
We offer instrumental lessons in the following disciplines: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano, Vocals, Drum Kit, Dhol, Tabla, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Cornet, Trombone, Tuba, and many more. If an instrument you would like to learn is not listed, please contact Mr Sassons to see if we can source a teacher. – Mr Sassons 
Year 9 Attendance in the Spotlight!This week's Headteacher Spotlight Award went to the students in Year 9 who have achieved 100% attendance for the year so far. This is a fantastic achievement and Mr Bury was keen to pass on his congratulations. We know how much attendance matters to students' achievement and engagement with Academy life. We want to celebrate and congratulate all students that strive towards keeping their percentage as high as possible! Watch out for more great achievements being put in the Headteacher Spotlight. – Mr Mills Exam Preparation in Computer ScienceAfter a busy year preparing Year 11 and Year 13 for their exams, we wish them well for their results and beyond to their future careers. Our focus now turns to supporting Year 10 and Year 12 as they gear up for their mock exams. 
To help our students feel confident and prepared, we're offering a range of activities, from interactive online revision and class resources to hands-on practice with past exam papers. This helps students pinpoint exactly where they can focus their efforts for even greater success. 
As well as completing past papers, Year 12 students have pinpointed key topics to revisit, with targeted lessons and related exam questions to boost their confidence. Students are empowered to recognise their strengths and focus on areas where they can improve, setting them up for even greater success. – Mrs Y Smith 
Year 7 Drama Students Dive Into the Art of StorytellingThis term in Year 7 Drama, students have been embarking on an exciting journey through the world of storytelling. As part of their curriculum, they've been learning how to bring stories to life on stage using a variety of dramatic strategies designed to captivate and engage an audience. 
From tales of ancient times to modern interpretations, students have explored stories from different periods and cultures. Most recently, they've been focusing on the thrilling Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. With energy and imagination, they've experimented with ways to transform this legendary story into a powerful theatrical experience. 
Using techniques such as narration, soundscapes, and physical theatre, students have worked collaboratively to recreate the suspense of Theseus's journey into the labyrinth. They've also been learning how to tailor their performances for different target audiences, developing an understanding of how atmosphere and emotion can be conveyed through performance. The Year 7 drama classroom is buzzing with creativity, and we look forward to seeing how their storytelling skills continue to grow. – Mrs Karim 
Mock Practice in A-Level HistoryThis week our wonderful Year 12 historians have been putting in the hard yards in preparation for their end of year mock exams. 
The students used historical sources as they would in an exam and also their mini whiteboards to analyse typical questions they will need to answer. They produced some fantastic work and their hard work and effort will pay off in the end. Keep it up, team! – Mr Davies 
Family Games AfternoonThank you to the students and their families who attended our Ethos Family Fun and Games Afternoon during half term. We played badminton, basketball, huge skittles, penalty shoot-outs, huge Jenga, and some competitive team games, and we also created some fabulous works of art with sidewalk chalk outside. It was a free fun family afternoon, and I think the adults enjoyed it as much as the children! Ask a member of the Ethos team for information on our upcoming events. – Ms Anderson 
Exploring Bewdley: Year 10 Geographers in ActionLast week, Year 10 Geography students journeyed to the charming riverside town of Bewdley as part of their GCSE fieldwork studies. They investigated the effects of tourism and collected primary data – a hands-on experience that will be thoroughly analysed in class to support their GCSE exams next summer. 
Equipped with clipboards and curiosity, students eagerly explored how tourism shapes Bewdley's environment and community. Their tasks included completing a questionnaire with members of the public, conducting an environmental quality audit, and conducting traffic and pedestrian counts of the town's key tourist hotspots. 
By surveying both visitors and locals, students gained first-hand insight into the rewards and challenges tourism brings to Bewdley. Responses ranged from comments on the town's thriving local economy and bustling cafes to concerns about littering and increased traffic during peak seasons. 
Learning outdoors sparks curiosity and shapes future geographers. Our Year 10 students experienced this first-hand last week! Big congratulations to everyone for your enthusiasm and dedication. With glorious weather, you embraced a beautiful new setting, immersing yourselves in real-world geographical challenges. – Mrs Biddle 
Miss Ditta celebrates ZAFTA win!This week's ZAFTA went to Miss Ditta in RS. She has shown real enthusiasm for incorporating High Participation Learning strategies into her daily practice and Zog was so impressed to see her efforts! – Mr Mills 
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