Welcome back to a new academic year

Welcome back to a new academic year! We hope you all had a restful summer break. As we return, recharged and ready to embark on another school year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible achievements of our young people over the summer and the exciting year ahead.

First and foremost, we would like to congratulate all our schools and students on their recent GCSE, A-Level and T-Level results. It’s been a particularly challenging time for students and staff alike, but your ongoing commitment and perseverance to ensuring all have the opportunity and resilience to succeed is inspiring.  We’re incredibly proud of the results achieved across Birmingham, showcasing the talent and hard work of our young people and the unwavering support of staff in their schools.

While we celebrate these successes, we also recognise the ongoing challenges our city and country face, with a clear divide in educational outcomes across different regions. Despite these disparities, Birmingham continues to make significant strides in providing high-quality education and support to our young people. Together, we are breaking down barriers and ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has access to the opportunities they deserve.

We know that the upcoming academic year will bring its own set of challenges. From funding cuts and budget constraints to the ongoing issues of teacher recruitment and retention, schools across our city are under immense pressure. But rest assured, Titan stands ready to support you through every challenge with a focused and meaningful programme of activity designed to enrich education, raise aspirations and provide our schools with more of what matters.

Our commitment to collaboration, staff development, and student success remains at the heart of everything we do. Through our meetings and working groups, we bring together educators across all phases of education, fostering an environment of shared learning, support, and innovation. We are here to help you navigate the complexities of the year ahead, working alongside you to create the best possible outcomes and experiences for our young people.

We look forward to working closely with you this academic year. As always, if you need any support, guidance, or a helping hand, remember to ‘Think TITAN’—we are here to help.

Together, we can continue to make a real difference in the lives of young people across our city.

Team Titan

Primary Headteachers Meeting

17th September 2024

10am – 12pm

Venue TBC

Secondary Headteachers Meeting

24th September 2024

8am – 10am

Venue TBC