VE Day
The end of the war in Europe was announced on 8th May 1945 to much celebration, including parities, parades and thanksgiving services. There was great joy after many years of hardship but also sadness for the hundreds of thousands of people that sadly lost their...
St Patrick’s Day
We gathered together to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a special day when we remember the life and teachings of the Patron Saint of Ireland. St. Patrick dedicated his life to helping others and sharing God’s love with everyone he met, no matter where they came from. Due...
British Science Week
British Science Week has been celebrated at St Gerard’s, with the aim of raising awareness and spark enthusiasm in science, technology and maths. This year the theme has been ‘Adapt and Change’. Children have been learning how plants and animals have...
World Book Day
Thursday 6th March 2025 was World Book Day! The children were dressed in pyjamas to remind them how important it is to read before bed. The day started with an assembly which outlined how children can get their free books, some top tips from authors and our mystery...
Remembrance Day
We gathered to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life. We reflected on their courage, perseverance and commitment as they faced difficult circumstances. By wearing our poppies, we show support for...
Enrichment Day
We held a whole school ‘Enrichment Day’, which gave children opportunity to either share their God-given talents with others or to try new and varied activities, which develop character, build resilience and encourage them to pursue wider goals. Having the chance to...
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Since 1990, Macmillan Coffee Morning has brought people together to raise money for a good cause. Donations big and small, help raise vital funds to support the three million people living with cancer in the UK. As a school, we are very grateful to all those who...
School Council visit the Council House
The School Council visited the Lord Mayor, Councillor Ken Wood, to talk to him about his role as the new Lord Mayor of Birmingham. School Council pupils had prepared many interesting questions in advance of our meeting. The Lord Mayor told us about his early life; and...