Sixth form students at Shireland Collegiate Academy explored cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging during a guest lecture delivered by Professor Gina Rippon from Aston University. The session was delivered through Futures for All’s Speakers for Schools programme, which brings professionals from across academia and industry into…
Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy received a brand-new book to take home after Bookmark Reading Charity and Scholastic Book Fair gifted a free title to every child at the school. The donation comes as Wallbrook continues to place reading at the heart of school life, recognising its importance in supporting…
Year 7 students from Shireland Collegiate Academy gained a fresh perspective on one of Shakespeare’s most celebrated plays during a visit to The Rep Theatre in Birmingham. Students attended a live production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, immersing themselves in its world of fairies, love and…
Faye at Thorns Collegiate Academy has been crowned Under 38kg champion at the England Boxing National Schools Championships in Newcastle following a series of standout performances. She progressed confidently through the competition, securing victory in the semi-final before delivering a knockout performance in the final, winning 5–0 on points. As a…
Thorns Collegiate Academy in Brierley Hill hosted visitors from the Fusion Project during Mental Health Awareness Week, highlighting local mental health and wellbeing support available to young people across the Dudley area. The session formed part of the Academy’s awareness activity aimed at informing students…
Year 4 pupils at Holyhead Primary Academy stepped back in time to explore Anglo-Saxon and Viking Britain during a visit to Bishops Wood Centre. Children took part in a range of interactive activities designed to bring early Britain to life, from…
Reception pupils from Wednesfield Technology Primary spent a day exploring the animal kingdom during a visit to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford, as part of their ‘Amazing Animals’ topic. The children were welcomed by zoo staff before joining a guided tour led by experienced keepers.…
Students at Shireland Biomedical UTC in West Bromwich took part in Anti-Bullying Ambassador training delivered by The Diana Award. The Academy also hosted students from West Bromwich Collegiate Academy, Shireland CBSO Academy and Thorns Collegiate Academy, part of Shireland Collegiate…
Staff at Tinywoods Preschool in Oldbury have been supporting children to explore sustainability through practical, play-based activities focused on recycling, reuse and caring for the environment. Children have taken part in hands-on recycling activities, including sorting everyday materials and discussing…
Primary school pupils from across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust took part in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and healthcare-focused day at Shireland Biomedical UTC in West Bromwich. The event was designed to introduce them to future pathways in science, healthcare and renewable energy. Year 5 pupils…