Shireland Collegiate Academy was proud to welcome back former student and professional freestyle footballer Kaljit Atwal for a day of workshops and talks aimed at inspiring the next generation of female athletes. Atwal worked with students throughout the day, demonstrating her skills and sharing insights from her career. Students were given the opportunity to develop new techniques, build confidence,…
Year 7 and 8 students from Shireland Collegiate Academy visited St Albans Community Centre to take part in Poetry Together, an initiative that brings generations of local residents together through shared performance and discussion. The project encourages participants with a passion for poetry to share their enthusiasm with others to create…
Shireland CBSO Academy welcomed pupils from Lightwoods Primary Academy, Holyhead Primary Academy, Lyng Primary School, Holy Trinity C of E Primary School and Hanbury Primary School. They attended a series of special concerts performed by the Academy’s partner, the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO). The event offered pupils a rare chance to experience the scale and…
Shireland Collegiate Academy hosted a student council day with Dupoto, bringing together student representatives from Years 7 to 13 from all secondary schools across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust, including Thorns Collegiate Academy, West Bromwich Collegiate Academy, Shireland CBSO Academy and Shireland…
Shireland Collegiate Academy in Smethwick and Aston Villa Foundation have announced a partnership to deliver a specialist football programme for the Academy’s Sixth Form students. The initiative responds to growing student interest in sports-focused learning by providing the opportunity to pursue their passion for sport alongside their…
Shireland CBSO Academy has unveiled its new serenity garden, developed and led by the school’s Inclusion department, following a £5,000 grant from the Sheila Coates Foundation. The outdoor space features sensory planting and quiet seating areas, creating an environment where students can reflect, connect with nature and enjoy moments of calm throughout…
Students at Shireland CBSO Academy welcomed internationally renowned opera singer Jennifer France for a special visit that offered a rare insight into life as a professional musician and performer. France, who regularly performs with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and enjoys a…
Year 8 student Annaka from Shireland Collegiate Academy took a bold step into the world of community leadership by launching her own K-pop dance class, bringing energy, creativity and inclusivity to Halesowen. The classes were held at the newly opened Halesowen Wellbeing Hub in Somers…
Year 12 students at Shireland CBSO Academy were given an insider’s view of the music industry when Jamie Mace from WaterBear College of Music visited the school to deliver an engaging session on degree courses and career opportunities. The visit formed part of the Academy’s…
Shireland Collegiate Academy has been awarded the EAL Quality Mark Gold Award, recognising the school’s exceptional provision for students with English as an additional language (EAL). The award followed a comprehensive review by the EAL Academy, which assessed the key areas of leadership and management, teaching, learning and assessment,…