Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich welcomed the Worshipful Mayor of Sandwell for a visit showcasing the school’s musical facilities, student talent and progress since opening in 2023. The visit brought together representatives from the Academy, Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust…
Bestselling author Ravena Guron has officially opened the new library at Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich, meeting students and staff to mark the occasion. The facility provides students with a dedicated place to read, study and spend time during…
Year 5 pupils at Lightwoods Primary Academy explored graffiti art with professional artist Matt Johnson, better known as Fuzzy Concept, who led a hands-on workshop during his visit to the school. Centred around the driving question, ‘Is it Art or…
Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust has launched its School Improvement Strategy 2026–29, setting out a clear and collaborative approach to raising educational standards, strengthening inclusion and developing leadership across its academies. At its heart is a shared commitment: Every child succeeds.…
A hardcore metal band formed by three sixth form students at Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich has headlined its debut gig at The Rainbow Pub in Digbeth, performing a set of original tracks. Apricity, made up of students Niamh,…
Dance students from Shireland Collegiate Academy celebrated success at the Encore Wiltshire Dance Competition in Swindon earlier this month, securing two podium finishes in the team categories and further top four placings in the solo and duo competitions. Team Echo…
Reception pupils at Newfield Park Primary Academy welcomed members of the local police and fire service as part of their ‘People Who Help Us’ topic, giving them the opportunity to learn more about the vital work carried out by the…
Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Rula Kanona as Director of Secondary Education, who will join the Trust’s Central Team on 1 January 2027. Ms Kanona joins Shireland from CORE Education Trust, where she…
Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is inviting students across its academies to get creative, as its annual Trust-wide Christmas Card Competition returns for 2026. The competition gives students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and produce a design that captures the…
Students from Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich will be bringing their handmade business, Happiness is Handmade, to Forge Mill Farm on Sunday 29 November 2026 from 10.00am – 1.00pm, as part of the farm’s Santa Paws Welly Walk. The…