Tag Rugby - 8th May 2024

Huge congratulations to the Year 5/6 Rugby team who progressed through to the area finals day, after winning their group at Vesyans Rugby club on Wednesday 8^th May.

Despite their limited experience of rugby, the children adapted extremely quickly and demonstrated fantastic tactical knowledge, skill and teamwork.

After a close first game, beating Manor 5-4, we went on to beat Lindens 7-2, St. Anne’s 8-3. In the final game, we were up against Leighswood who had also won their 3 games. In a very closely contested game and on a knife edge at 3-3, the ball fell to Millie-Rae, who powered home a try. The final whistle blew moments later!

Try scorers: Harry 10, Archie H 6, Millie-Rae 2, Jovan 2, Archie C 2, Arthur 1, JJ 1. 

Many thanks to: Harry, Archie H, Archie C, Arthur, Millie Rae, Reisha, Annabelle, JJ, Jovan, Daniel and Jacob.

Netball - Monday 29th April 2024

Many thanks to Millie-Rae, Mollie, Freya, Belle, Hollie, Prabjot, Ella and Reisha for taking part in the ‘Stingers’ netball tournament at Streetly School on Monday 29^th April 2024.

In a tough group, playing against some high-quality opposition, the children demonstrated great teamwork, perseverance and focus – all key areas of our school values.

Many thanks also, to Miss Taylor for the after-school coaching that she has provided.

Year 5 and 6 Football

Many thanks to the boys and girls from Years 5 and 6, who took part in tournaments, at Streetly School on the 26th and 27th February.

Both teams faced strong competition from Lindens, St Anne's, Delves, Bluecoat, Mayfield and Manor and whilst results didn't always go our way, the children represented Blackwood impeccably. 

Once again, we are very grateful for all the children who put themselves forward and made themselves available and we look forward to providing a further opportunity in the summer term.

Thank you to: Savannah, Chloe, Sienna, Ella, Millie-Rae, Marni-Rae, Libby, Amelia, Niah, Rohan, Harry, Tommy, Cohen, Stanley, Ewan, Max and Sami.

Year 5 and 6 Sportshall Athletics

A really big thank you to the boys and girls, from years 5 and 6, who took part in the Sportshall Athletics event at Streetly on the 15th November. The children competed in indoor 'track and field' events, which included: Sprints, Relays, obstacle courses, high jump, long jump, triple jump, Javelin and more. It was a pleasure to be able to take 20 children who had the opportunity to represent the school. Once again, I must commend the children on their positive attitude throughout and the support they gave to their teammates. 

Many thanks to: Millie, Soriyah, Isabelle, Freya, Poppy, Holly, Marni-Rae, Libby, Lily-Mai, Sianna, Archie, Tommy, Idrees, Arjun, Cohen, Aidan, Arvind, Carter and Arthur.

Many thanks also to Mrs Cureton for her support at the event. 

Year 5/6 Netball

A massive well done to the Year 5 and 6 girls, who took part in the High Five netball event at Streetly on the 23rd October. Despite it being officially ‘not a competitive event’, this didn’t stop the girls from really give it their all. We played 3 matches. In the first we beat Lindens 3-0 with points from Millie (x2) and Hafsah. We then beat a very strong Cooper and Jordan 1 -0 (point from Prabjot) but then lost to another Lindens 2-0, despite dominating the second half. Mr Pearce was very proud of the girls’ professionalism and their ability to rotate around the different attacking and defensive roles. Many thanks to: Bell, Millie-Rae, Freya, Molly, Chloe, Hafsah and Prabjot and to the parents for their support.

Year 5/6 football

On Wednesday 18^th October, eight children from Year 6 and 5 took part in a football tournament at the WBA academy as part of our link with the Foundation.

In our group, we beat Coleshill 1-0, with a goal from Tommy, a 0-0 draw with Netherton and finished with a 6-0 win over Hawthorn (Cohen x 3, Ewan, Harry and Tommy).

This put us top of the group and into the semi-final with Copwell. The game was very evenly matched and a 0-0 draw sent us to penalties, which we unfortunately lost.

A massive thank you and well done to Savannah, Tommy, Cohen, Rohan, Stanley, Ewan, Harry and Max for their wonderful performances and representing Blackwood impeccably.

***Fantastic News Alert***

15/5/23

After a very impressive qualifying tournament at Streetly a few months ago, our Girl’s football team finally got to play at the area finals. As an added bonus, the event took place at Walsall’s Bescot stadium and the club allowed the tournament to be played on the first team pitch. The girls were put into a league of seven teams and were ruthless in their approach, recording six wins out of six, scoring fourteen goals, with no reply. This included 3-0 victories over St. Anne’s, St. Mary’s and Delves, 2-0 victories over Lindens and Pelsall Village and a 1-0 victory over St. Michael’s. Scarlett weighed in with 5 goals, 2 each for Savannah, Navneet and Lily, 1 each for Fran and Meadow and an own goal. As far as team performances go, this was very special, as the girls have been representing the school, as a squad, since Year 4. They have been a privilege to manage and watch and it has been wonderful to see them develop into confident footballers. I hope they can continue their form and enthusiasm as they make their way into secondary school. Scarlett, Lily, Evie-Rose, Seren, Meadow, Savannah, Laycee-Mae, Francesca, Navneet and Evie – we’re proud of you all.

Wednesday 26th April 2023

Many thanks to fifteen boys and girls from Years 5 and 6 who took part in Streetley's annual Sportshall Athletics competition.

The event, which pits the children against other schools in a series of track and field events, showcased some wonderful talent in a competition that went down to the wire.

After events such as; long jump, triple jump, relays, sprints and javelin, we were just nudged into second place by Lindens, who go through to the finals.

I would like to thank the following children for their superb effort and once again representing Blackwood School wonderfully - Navneet, Meadow, Scarlett, Evie-Rose, Seren, Fran, Lily and Rory, Thom, Jeevan, Tommy, Cohen, Ranveer, Aidan, Arvind.  

March 2023

Well done to the Year 5 and 6 Girl’s football team, who are through to the Walsall area finals at the Bescott Stadium. The girls won 5 and drew 1 and finished top of the group and will now go on to play the winners of other groups in the area.

A huge well done and a thank you to Laycee-Mae, Evie, Seren, Savannah, Scarlett, Lily, Meadow, Evie-Rose and Navneet.

In the same week, a group of Year 5 and 6 boys and girls took part in a rugby tournament at the Vesyans Rugby Club. Despite poor weather and learning as they went, the children gave a great account of themselves and produced a few minutes and some great moments of individual brilliance and team play.

Thank you very much to Ollie, Ewan, Navneet, Rory, Thom, Seren, James, Marley, Scarlett, Meadow, Jeevan, Sebastian and Rowan.

25th November

WBA Football Tournament

On Friday 25^th November, the Year 6 Football team took part in a tournament at West Bromwich Albion as part of our ongoing partnership with the club. Having taken part last year, we were fully aware of the standard of opposition and rose well to the challenge. Despite our best efforts and a wonderful 2-0 against Grace Mary Primary (with two superb goals from Dylan), we were restricted to a couple of hard-fought, goalless draws and few very narrow defeats. The children responded brilliantly to several changes in tactics, which resulted in an excellent draw with the eventual group winners, Glebefields Primary. Mr Pearce was extremely proud of their efforts, and we look forward to seeing how the team fares in future competitions. Many thanks to Scarlett, Roman, Sebastian, Rory, Oscar, George, Alfie and Dylan. 

20th October

The Year 6 football team took part in an Engage Football festival at the Streetly Academy. After getting so close to winning the Bescot tournament in the Summer Term last year, the girls were itching to get their teeth into further competition, Despite the games being aimed at participation, the girls won each of their games convincingly, which bodes very well for when the competitive games begin in the new year.

Thank you to the girls who attended: Laycee-Mae, Francesca, Seren, Savannah, Scarlett, Lily, Meadow and Navneet,

6th October

Dodgeball

Thank you to the Year 5 and 6 boys and girls who attended the Inspire Dodgeball festival at Streetly, aimed at getting the children active and interested in a new activity.

The children played a round robin of games and performed brilliantly. Thanks to all who attended!

Sports Captains

Our sporting school leaders for Oak are Sebastian & Alisha. For Beech it is Charlotte & Samran and for Maple it is Scarlet & Roman. These positions are awarded by collective staff discussion, children nominated for leadership qualities and talent they have shown, mainly through their time in UKS2. Congratulations to our School Leaders.

Sporty Lunchtimes

We are utilising some of our Government Sports Premium funding (while we still have this ring fenced funding stream) to provide some more structured sporty activities at lunchtime. Miss Sprag, a coach from Sports Plus, is working with the children during lunchtime break on some new games and coaching our Midday Supervisory Assistants so they are able to support and encourage more sporty games. We’ll have Miss Sprag with us for this school year. So far she has been met by very enthusiastic children!

Welcome to the 2022 - 2023 academic year.

15th July

Dancers at the Lichfield Festival Day of Dance

Our dance club worked with a festival choreographer on a disco style routine which they performed last Sunday in Beacon Park as part of the Lichfield Festival. Our talented dancers adapted to the lack of space on stage and glitches in the music to deliver an energetic and graceful performance. Well done to all. You represented our school brilliantly and we are proud of you.

7th July

The Year 4 girls took part in a football festival at Streetly. For many of them, it was their first time taking part in a school-based competition and they did brilliantly! After an opening game loss - with the last kick of the game - we went on to win the next 3 games. Savannah scored all three goals in those games. In the final game, Katie scored with a spectacular solo effort, with the game ending in a draw. We look forward to seeing how 2 these girls progress when they are in Year 5. Thank you to: Iris, Francesca, Reisha, Goodness, Savannah, Florence, Katie, Holly and Eliza for their excellent efforts.”

6th July

Year 5 were invited to Aldridge School for a morning of various sports. A few local primary schools attended. The children participated in a range of activities related to a secondary school PE curriculum. The activities ranged from fencing, boxing, dance and climbing. The children had a fantastic time and expanded on their teamwork and coordination skills.

1st July

The Year 6 boys and girls took part in the area finals day at the Bescot Stadium in Walsall. 

The girls played some very tough opposition in Cooper and Jordan, St Anne's, Rivers and Reedswood. The girls finished 3rd, winning 1 and drawing 4 - making them very tough to beat. They only needed one goal in the last game to finish 1st - it was so close! Many thanks to Laycee-Mae, Francesca, Seren, Macie, Scarlett, Lily, Meadow and Navneet, whom I'm sure will want to go one step further next year.

Harry reports on the Y6 football tournament: “On Friday 1st July we travelled to Bescot Stadium to compete in the second half of the Walsall Primary Schools’ football competition. In the first match we were up against St Joseph’s who were extremely physical and tough to beat. At the end of the match the score was a draw. Our luck then turned around and the Blackwood boys were on fire! We won the following three matches 1-0, 2-0, 3-0. After all the matches had taken place, we settled down together to find out the results. Who had won the tournament? It was a very close call so it all came down to goal difference between ourselves and St Joseph’s but we scored two more goals than them so Blackwood had conquered the competition! What a year it has been for us as the first team starting back after lockdown. We have won lots of local tournaments and have come second in the regionals. It has been a fantastic way to end our school life at Blackwood and we hope you all follow in our footsteps and continue our passion and success.” Well done to: Jacob, Jensen, Rio, Harry Reece, Henry, Jake, Lucas, Adam and Theo.

We are justly proud of all our sporting children who represent the school so well and so proudly.

14th June

Sports Days

We were pleased to be able to hold the sports mornings for Nursery, Reception and KS2 over the last week. The weather was fine generally so we were able to proceed as planned. The Nursery and Reception teaching teams altered the format a little to maximise the children’s involvement. The consensus was that this worked better and the children enjoyed the activities. Judging by the screams of encouragement, our older children enjoyed their mornings too, organised by Mr Pearce and the UKS2 teachers. This was a little more competitive as the children worked in house teams 2 to complete their sporting events. The weather held out, which was an added bonus!

The official result were:

OAK - 13390

MAPLE - 13972

BEECH - 13478

Well done to MAPLE!!! 

Dancing at the Opening Ceremony of the Commonwealth Games

We know we have talented teachers and many have extra talent that shines through in their own leisure activities. Can you guess who will be ballet dancing in the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games?!! Yes it’s our own Ms Neuenhaus who auditioned and was chosen to participate on Thursday 28th July. Look out for her on the television as she makes an appearance. She was also chosen as a volunteer so will be involved in supporting three events. What a great way to start the summer break!

8th June

Dancers shine at Dance Festival

54 dancers from Y2 – Y6, who work with Miss Taylor at our Dance Clubs, spent last Wednesday at the Walsall Music Hub Arena at a Summer Festival of Dance. They started the day by learning a brand new dance choreographed by a professional choreographer before performing their dance pieces that they have all been working hard on at school in front of an audience made from friends and family. For lots of the children this was their first time on a stage and to see their faces light up was something very special. All of the dancers performed amazingly and as ever, their behaviour was exceptional. Year 4 were true professionals, carrying on when their music cut out part way through. Luckily they were able to perform their dance again later in the show. Thanks also to the valiant volunteers who accompanied our dancers (Mrs Jones, Mrs Greenwood, Mrs Wright, Mrs Oakes-Dennis and Mrs Oaks), giving up their day, to make it possible for us to attend the event. Maggie Lewis, Director of the Black Country Dance Hub emailed to say “Your students were amazing”. It always makes me proud when we have such lovely feedback about our children and means when we apply to join in such events, we are welcomed with such pleasure. Many thanks to Miss Taylor for teaching our dancers and seeking out opportunities for them. For our older dancers, participation in this year’s Lichfield Festival Day of Dance has been secured

27th May

In honour of the Queen's love of the Highland Games, and with the help and ideas of the students, we were able to create our own version of the games in school. Throughout the day, the children came out in their year groups and had a go at:

• Caber toss
• Farmer's carry
• Tug of War
• Shot Putt
• Sheaf toss
• Highland dance

Fun was had by all and came with some great feedback - who knows - it might make a comeback...

Upcoming Sports Days

Sports Days are coming up after Half Term to which parents are invited. Usually when we hold these events in early June we are lucky with the weather but if it does rain, the event moves to the reserve day so children don’t slip on wet grass. Most events will start by 9.15 – 9.30am because staff come early and pitch in to set the field up for a prompt start. There are four events, a date for each phase of the school so we have the space we need. Each event will take around an hour, a little longer for KS2. If you are able to join us, please note the dates.

• UKS2 Sports Day (& reserve) Fri 10th June & Tues 21st June
• LKS2 Sports Day (& reserve) Mon 13th June & Mon 20th June
• KS1 Sports Day (& reserve) Tues 14th June & Wed 22 nd June

Big well done!!

Aamir’s Participation in the National Youth Fencing Championships

Aamir (in Year 6) travelled to Sheffield on Bank Holiday Monday to participate in the Youth Regional Fencing Qualifiers, held at the Institute of Sport. He went through to the knockout stages but sadly lost to the No. 1 seed. Nevertheless, it was a fantastic experience for Aamir. He’ll improve his skills faster by playing and learning from the best regional players. Here he is pictured in his fencing clothing.

1st April

Athletics

For the first time in nearly 2 years, our children took part in an indoor sporting activity and what a great one to start off with! The Sports Hall Athletics, at the Streetly School, gave 14 of our boys and girls the opportunity to take part in sprinting, long-jump, high jump, triple jump and relays. A lot of fun was had by all at a very competitive event which pushed them to the limit. As is always the case, the Blackwood pupils represented the school excellently and did us proud. Thank you to: Jake, Mason, Henry, Lucas W, Reece, Henry, Lucas M, Aroush, Inaaya, Poppy, Eesha, Yvonne, Aila and Olivia

March 25th

Gymnastics

Last week it was competition week for all the children that attend City of Birmingham Gymnastics Club. Each child had to do two vaults and a floor routine. It was the first time parents had been able to see their child Holly in action since the pandemic started in 2020. Holly did really well and came second overall in her group. Holly’s parents are rightly very proud of her and we are too! Here she is holding her certificate. We are sure this will be one of many more to come. Well done Holly, we are proud of you too! Another blossoming gymnast is Tanvi Gadia. She is 3 years younger than Holly and attends a gymnastics club, GMAC at the Alexander Stadium. Tanvi performed very confidently in her Recreational Gymnastics Scheme competition winning first place in the vaults, first place in her floor work and first place overall in her age category for these disciplines. All of Tanvi’s hard work paid off to her delight and that of her parents. Well done Tanvi, we are proud of you too. Those certificates need to be framed and hung on your wall.

Football

Blackwood Y5 Girls Footballing Success Congratulations to the Year 5 girls who took part in a football tournament at the Streetly School earlier this week and won their group. In their 6 matches, they won 5 and drew 1 match, scoring 8 goals in the tournament. Mr Pearce reports that: “Despite some close score lines, the girls produced 6 dominant displays, full of excellent passing and positive attacking football, to make it through to a final round which will take place after the Easter break”. The girls’ team included Francesca, Macie, Navneet, Laycee-Mae, Scarlett, Meadow, Evie-Rose, Lily and Seren. Well done girls, we are proud of you all and look forward to you playing in the tournament final after Easter when we will capture a photo of you together in your team strip!

Recent Results

(14th and 21st March)

Congratulations to our Year 6 boys and Year 5 girls who have recently won their respective football tournaments at the Streetly School. The boys flew through their games winning all 6 without conceding. The girls won 5 and drew 1, also without conceding - Fantastic!!!

They will both now go into a final round after Easter.

Well done to:

Rio, Harry, Reece, Theo, Adam, Jake, Jacob, Jenson, Lucas and Henry.

Francesca, Evie-Rose, Seren, Lacie-Mae, Scarlett, Meadow, Masie, Lily and Navneet.

Football - 7.3.22

After two rounds of tournaments and 48 teams we made our way to the Madejski Stadium in Reading to represent WBA in the Southern Championship finals.

It was an early start (6:30) and a 3 hour journey but the children were in great spirits.

On arrival we learnt that we were grouped with Reading, Luton, Bournemouth and Swansea, all of whom were very well organised.

Despite our best efforts, we finished a respectable 4th in our group against very tough opposition and on the end of very narrow score-lines.

The whole school are extremely proud of your efforts - Reece, Rio, Theo, Jenson, Harry, Henry, Jake and Lucas - Thank you 

Football - 12.1.22

Our Y6 boys football team played the second round of the Premier League Primary Stars football competition, held at the Baggies ground in West Brom this week. Mr Pearce was extremely proud and thought their play as a team was inspiring! The score sheet reflected this with only 1 goal in 5 matches getting past Theo, our goalie. Theo trusted in the strength of our defence: Harry, Jensen and Jake and his trust was well placed! Reece, the team captain, was top goal scorer with 5 goals, Henry scored 4 and Rio scored 1 goal. Assists for that score sheet are attributed to Lucas, Jake, Jensen, Harry and Theo!

Our winning team go onto the next stage of the competition, where they will represent West Bromwich Albion at a tournament in Reading in March.

Football - 24.11.21

We played a football tournament organised by West Bromwich Albion, involving 20 schools. We had to compete to get through to the next level (regional level).  We played 5 games:

1. Annie Lennard 0 v Blackwood 3
2. Ferndale 0 v Blackwood 3
3. George Dixon 0 v Blackwood 0
4. Moorlands 0 v Blackwood 8
5. St Pauls 0 v Blackwood 0

After these results were counted in, we were top of the group so we then headed through to the semis. We managed to win against Tipton by scoring 5 goals to their 1 and got through to the regionals. We will play the regionals in January.

Well done to the team who played very well: Harry, Reece, Theo, Jake, Henry, Jensen, Lucas and Rio.

2021/22

Here's to a new sporting year - and fingers crossed - plenty of opportunities. 

Sports Days and House Football

Over the past month, we have introduced house sports competitions back into school.

Results will be announced shortly...

Year 5 and 6 Football

Face-to-face competition is back!!!!

On Wednesday 9th June, our boys were in action after school, playing in a football festival at Streetly Academy. Of the five matches, our team beat Linden’s Second team 5-0, they beat Linden’s First Team 5-0. They went on to win against the Delves 3-0, and to beat Meadow View 1-0. Only St Anne’s Team managed to keep our boys at bay, drawing the match 0-0 using clever tactics to disrupt our boys’ flow. Everyone scored at least one goal, except for Harrison, our goalie, who kept a clean sheet conceding no goals all evening. The team played very well, showed good sportsmanship and enjoyed the Festival, Mr Pearce couldn’t give them any advice to help them play better! He was very proud of the team. Our crosses into the box in the first three matches were exceptional. Well done boys: Jenson, Henry, Reece, Hadley, Ted, Harrison, Jacob and Lucas. Gareth Southgate, please take note!!

Our girls were also in action on Thursday 10th June. They played 6 matches and were undefeated, drawing with Lindens First Team 0-0, beating Linden’s Second Team 1-0, drawing with St Anne’s 0-0, beating Delves Second Team 1-0, beating Meadow View 1-0 and beating Delves First Team 1-0. The girls found it tiring playing 6 matches but thought the festival was great fun. Danielle, Frances, Scarlett and Poppy were our goal scorers. Sukhmani played five of the matches in goal and conceded none and Danielle made sure that she kept this record when she took a turn in goal. Mr Pearce was very proud of the girls’ football performance, team spirit and sporting attitude. Well done girls: Poppy, Harriet, Lucy, Arabella, Sukhmani, Danielle, Scarlett and Frances, we are all proud of you.

Suspension of inter-school events.

Owing to the current situation, the decision has been made by Streetly School to suspend all after-school competition.

"Understandably we have received a number of emails from Schools withdrawing from upcoming events. With this in mind and in line with our own Schools decision to cancel all extra curricular activities, we have taken the decision to suspend all upcoming inter School competitions until further notice.

The events currently affected are as follows;

-Girls year 5/6 Football - Tuesday 17th March

-Walsall Swimming Finals- Thursday 19th March

-Year 3/4 Football League- Thursday 19th March

-Tri Golf Festival- Monday 23rd March

-Tag Rugby- Tuesday 24th March

-Year 3/4 Football League- Thursday 26th March

-Walsall Gymnastics- Monday 30th March 

-Year 3/4 Football League- Thursday 2nd April

(Taking us up until Easter)

As you can imagine, this is not a decision that has been made lightly, but with this unique situation and the way it is continually changing, we feel it best to make the call now. Ideally we would like to rearrange as many of these competitions as possible but with such a busy School Games calendar anyway this may not be possible but something we will look at going forward. 

Thank you for your support

Mr Sanders

Streetly

Sport relief 2020

The total amount raised, is still being clarified but currently stands

£546.01 

On behalf of the school, thank you so much for contributing to such a worthwhile cause.

Upcoming Events

KS1 Multi-Skills 13.3.20

Year 3/4 Football 19th March/2nd April

Tag Rugby 24.3.20

Tri-Golf 23.3.20

Football, Dodgeball, Swimming

Big thanks to all of the children across years 5 and 6 for contribution in recent months.

In the annual Dodgeball competition at Streetly School, we managed a very impressive runner-up finish to a strong Cooper and Jordan side.  Level at the end of the group stages, the winner was decided by a play-off.

Our Year 5/6 footballers finished 3rd in their Central League competition and the second team are about to enter their second round of matches in March.

In the annual Streetly swimming Gala, out 5/6 children performed fantastically and several children's times are in the running to represent Streetly at the area competition.

2020

Happy New Year to everyone.  There are lots of events coming up in the Spring and Summer terms - organised by Streetly and other local high schools - so we'll keep you informed.

Sports Days 2019

As per usual, our Sports Day events rounded off another wonderful sporting year.  The weather continued to toy with us and after several cancellations, KS2 had their chance to compete.  It was wonderful to see all of our children take part and the competitive element of the Sprints and relays demonstrated the talent we have at our disposal.

Thank you to all the children who took part in the separate events - from Foundation, right up to year 6.  Beech ran out victors in both the KS1 and KS2 events - let's see if they can hold on to their titles next year!!

More 'thank you's':

Pupil helpers for KS1 - you were superstars.

Staff helpers across all of the events - we couldn't do it without you.

PTA helpers for refreshments

Walsall Football Finalists 

On Thursday 2nd May, after coming 4th in the Autumn Streetly League, the children played in the Walsall Finals at the Bescot Stadium.  After losing our opening game we went on to win 3 and draw 1, finishing top of our group of 6. 

We were paired with a very tough Cooper and Jordan team in the final and despite our heroic efforts, we came out defeated.  However we are very proud at reaching the final for a second year in a row and finishing as the 2nd best team in Walsall.  Many thanks to:

Toby, Adam, Shaan, Yuvraj, Oliver, Govind, Harry, James and Jeevan.

Streetly School Swimming Gala

A massive thank you to the Year 5 and 6 boys and girls who took part in the annual gala at Streetly.

Against tough opposition, the boys finished a very respectable 3rd, whilst the girls finished a fantastic 1st!  This gave us an overall position of 2nd - Well done!  Some of the children had never swam in a competitive environment and showed no fear.  You can be very proud of your efforts in representing your school. 

Year 1 and 2 Multi-Skills

A massive thank you to the children who took part in the multi-skills competition, against 9 other schools at Streetly.  Mr Lilley and Mr Griffiths were very impressed with your effort and hard work! 

Dodegeball

Thursday 24th January 2019

Well done to the Year 5 Dodgeball team who took part in the tournament at Streetly School.

Many of the teams were very well prepared, but the Blackwood team powered through their games, winning 5 and drawing one (they also won 2 friendlies).

Several games were won before the final whistle!

The children have progressed to the next round of games - DATE TO FOLLOW

Rohan, Raihan, Keitan, Jonathan, Owen, Oscar, Molly, Aimie, Jaya and Asees 

Many thanks to our Sport Apprentice - Mr Griffiths - who oversaw a trial and carried out training with the team.

Year 5/6 Streetly Central Football League

This year, in a change from the normal arrangements, Streetly School kindly set up a central football league.  This meant that all schools got to play each other on neutral ground over a fewer number of weeks.

The standard was very high this year.  Despite this we managed to finish 4th and progress to the next round.

Thank you to all the children involved for their efforts in the cold, wind and rain!

Toby, Adam, Shaan,  Yuvraj, Oliver, Govind, Harry, James and Jeevan 

New Academic Year 2018/19

Welcome back everyone!

After a very strong year in PE, Health and Sport at Blackwood, we are hoping that this trend will continue.

Once again we hope to have a packed calendar of opportunities both in and outside of school hours...

Thank you once again to Mr Agnew, who continues to support us this year, both during curriculum time across the key stages and with his after-school clubs.  The West Bromwich Foundation will also be with us again, providing curriculum support and training the Football team.

Last - but by no means least - thank you in advance to all the teachers giving up their time to support the school in healthy activities.

COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP WINNERS 2018

After success in the local Streetly cricket competition, we followed this up with further success in the Walsall area final several weeks later.  After further triumph, we went through to the County Championship finals day at Cannock CC on Wednesday 27th June.

The group stages were hotly contended against Christchurch (Stoke), The Willows (Stoke) and Greysbrooke (Shenstone).  After one loss and 2 victories, we waited patiently to see if we would progress as best 2nd place - and we did.

A twist of fate put us up against Oakridge (Stafford), whom we lost to by ONE RUN in last years final.  After a closely fought match and some excellent fielding and bowling on our behalf, we were left to face Christchurch in the final - the team we had lost to in the group stages. 

Choosing to field first, we kept their score down to and excellent 219, leaving us needing cool heads to give away nothing silly.  With several balls to go, we surpassed their target and finished the game 14 runs ahead to become CHAMPIONS!!!!

On behalf of the school - I would like to thank the children for an amazing display of skill and teamwork over the course of the 3 tournaments.  They were a credit to the school and we are all very proud.  Well done to Will, Dan, Joe, Jeevan, Joshua, Ben, Jamie, Rajan, Sinai and Tom.

TITLE WINNERS!!!

A huge well done to the Year 5/6 football team, who finished the season unbeaten (and only 4 goals conceded)  and Champions of Walsall!

After 6 games unbeaten in the league, the children went into the area finals full of confidence at Walsall's Bescot Stadium.

After a 100% record in their group:

2-0 vs King Charles

1-0 vs Whetstone

3-1 vs Blue Coat

6-0 vs Bloxwich

3-0 vs Holy Trinity

... the team met Leighswood in the final.  With the game level at full time, penalties beckoned, with Blackwood scoring 2 with no reply and coming out victorious!

A huge thank you to the team for their brilliant efforts and a massive thank you to all the parents and staff who have supported them along the way.

Recent Sporting News

Well done to children in Year 3 and 4, who took part in an after school Tennis competition where we secured two second places finishes.

Congratulations to the Year 5 and 6 cricket team who won their group and final to progress to the Walsall area finals for the second year in a row.

Sport relief 2018

The total amount raised, is still being clarified but currently stands (at 20.4.18)

£3,500

- with money still coming in!  

On behalf of the school, thank you so much for contributing to such a worthwhile cause.

19.4.18

Well done to the Year 5 and 6 football team, who keep marching on!  Last night the team made it six out of six, with an 8 - 0 win over Walsall Wood in very hot conditions.  Goals from Pierce (2) Joe (3) Bradley (1) Sian (1) and Dan (1), meant we sit top of the league by 4 points with a game to play.  Regardless of the last result, the team will be going on to play at the Walsall finals, at the Bescot Stadium, on 24th May - well done!

Sport Relief 2018

Thank you to everyone across the school for taking part in last Friday's Sport Relief.  We skipped, ran, 'hula'd' and danced in support of a very worthwhile cause.

Not only did we raise awareness for why we raise the money, we also got active in our classrooms, which is great for the children's learning.

Gymnastics

On the 27th January the children took part in the West Midlands floor and vault competition. We entered one mix team and two all girl teams from Blackwood.

The girls had to perform an individual 60 second floor routine to music and the boys had to perform an individual floor routine, ensuring they traveled around the 12m floor area.

The children also had to vault over a 1m 10cm vault.

We were the only new school that entered this year and we competed against actual gymnastic clubs as well as other school teams.

We train for just 45 minutes a week at Blackwood and the children and parents supported the school by attending extra training sessions.

The following children competed:

Lois, Talia, Jenna, Aavni

Emily, Olivia, Rachael, Lily, Keeley

Olivia, Madison, Jack, Joe, Si

The mix team came 3rd overall in their category.  Both all girls teams came in the top half of their category.

The children all want to compete again next year and even try the Trio Milano competition. They will need to work together and develop their team skills even further for this competition as there will be lifts to demonstrate and hold.

Well done to everyone involved!

Football Results 2017/2018

5.10.17

Great result to begin the league, with a 3 - 0 home victory against Delves.

13.10.17

An excellent 9 - 0 victory away at County Bridge, which included four goals each for Joe and Pierce.

16.11.17

The team continued their unbeaten start to the season, with a hard-fought, 3-1 home victory against Lower Farm.  Scorers were three, first-half goals from Charlie, Will and Joe. 

20.11.17

Our final match before the winter break, against Leighswood, ended on a chilly evening at Streetly School under the flood lights.  Despite falling behind twice (against the run of play), goals from Joe (x2) and Bradley sealed a valuable 3-2 win.  Meaning we finish with a 100% record from our first 4 games.  Well done Team Blackwood! 

2.2.18

After the winter break, we began the second have of the season with a tricky away game against a very resolute Whetstone side.  After a goalless first half, the team stepped-up a gear and the goals finally came.  The first was a lovely poachers goal by Charlie after the keeper had saved a long-range effort, followed by a lovely turn and first time finish from outside the area by Bradley.  It all finished 2 - 0, to continue our undefeated run of 5 wins from 5.  Excellent stuff, boys!!

18.10.17

Well done to the Year 3 and 4 girls footballers, who used the skills and knowledge from their after school club, to take part in a tournament at Streetly School.  Great fun was had by all and it was a great learning experience for the girls, as well as an opportunity to represent the school.  Many thanks to Mr Sanders (from Streetly) and Mr Smith for getting them prepared.

15.11.17

Well done to the 18 Year 5 and 6 boys and girls, that attended the annual Sportshall Athletics competition at Streetly Secondary School.  They took part in several disciplines, such as: relay, long jump, triple jump and javelin.  Great fun was had by all.

Swimming

8.2.18

A big well done and thank you to the Year 5 and 6 boys and girls, who took part in the Streetly School swimming gala yesterday evening. The children took part in individual races in: freestyle, backstroke, breast stroke and butterfly, as well as freestyle and medley relay.  The races were hard-fought and the children showed excellent technique and determination to finish 2nd overall.  So well done to: Josh, Si, Josh, Ben, Luke, Tom and Lily, Emily, Olivia, Maddie, Jenna and Talia.

School Sports Committee

This year will mark the beginning of our first Sports Committee.  Children in Years 3 to 5 will work with the Year 6 sports leaders (along with Mr Pearce and Mr Smith) to help raise the profile of Health and Sport in school.  This will be through organising house activities, acting as learning ambassadors in PE lessons and coming up with new ways of getting our school healthy! 

Please read the information below which gives details of our PE and Sport Premium Grant and how we allocate the funding.