Shireland Technology Primary has announced the appointment of Mr Andy Collins as its Principal, marking an exciting new chapter for the Academy while ensuring continuity of leadership for pupils, families and staff. Mr Collins, who is currently Associate Principal, has…
Holyhead pupils took their learning beyond the classroom during an overnight visit to the National Sea Life Centre in Birmingham, exploring marine life at close quarters and discovering more about the importance of ocean conservation. The residential combined hands-on science…
Wallbrook Primary Academy has teamed up with education publisher Hachette Learning to share insights into supporting reluctant and struggling readers and helping children discover a love of books. The collaboration resulted in the feature blog post, ‘Top Tips for Supporting…
Pupils at Shireland Technology Primary explored the science of summer before putting their learning into practice with LEGO® during a hands-on Experience Day delivered by Creative Hut. The day began with pupils exploring how the Sun’s position in the sky…
Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form has launched its first-ever Bursary Shop, providing eligible students with free revision guides, textbooks, stationery and essential study resources to support them as they begin their A level and vocational studies. The initiative was launched…
A West Bromwich student has performed alongside some of the UK’s leading poets at the BBC Contains Strong Language Festival in Salford, Manchester, following her appointment as Young Poet Laureate for the West Midlands. Jessica, a student at West Bromwich…
Students at Shireland Sixth Form were encouraged to raise their ambitions and recognise their potential during a return visit from Aim A Little Higher. The personal development organisation delivered a session led by Co-Founder and Company Director, Kamal Ellis-Hyman, using…
Year 7 and 8 students at Shireland Collegiate Academy in Smethwick have begun a six-week programme with the Aston Villa Foundation, exploring how science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are applied within professional football. The first workshop introduced students to…
Students from Shireland Collegiate Academy took centre stage at the Making Education Relevant event, sharing their experiences of the Dupoto programme. They explored how technology, student voice and personal development could help make education more meaningful to young people. Held…
Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is joining The Reach Foundation’s Cradle-to-Career Partnership as part of its commitment to strengthening the communities it serves across Dudley and Sandwell. The partnership brings together schools and other local organisations to consider how children and…