Pupils at Lightwoods Primary Academy marked Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday with a dedicated Outdoor Learning Day inspired by his lifelong work championing the natural world. Children spent time in the Academy’s Forest School, studying habitats and observing local wildlife through practical activities designed to build curiosity and…
Lightwoods pupils stepped into the world of classical ballet when graduates from Elmhurst Ballet School visited the Academy as part of the dance school’s ‘Ballet and Beyond’ outreach programme. The workshop introduced children to the foundations of ballet through live performance, interactive…
Year 12 students from Shireland CBSO Academy and Shireland Biomedical UTC in West Bromwich spent the past term volunteering at The Salvation Army West Bromwich Donation Centre, where they assisted staff with sorting and organising donated goods. The volunteering formed…
Year 10 students from West Bromwich Collegiate Academy have completed their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award practice expedition in Cannock Chase, Staffordshire. The experience gave them practice in navigation, camping and teamwork ahead of their assessed expedition later in the…
Thirty year 9 students from West Bromwich Collegiate Academy took part in a careers-focused visit to Keele University, aimed at highlighting opportunities linked to studying languages and international cultural exchange. The visit was delivered in partnership with the Goethe-Institut. During the day, students attended workshops and talks focused on…
Newfield Park Primary Academy in Halesowen has been recognised during a visit by local MP, Alex Ballinger, who met staff and pupils to congratulate them on achieving Music Mark status for 2025-26. The school has now received the national award for a second consecutive year, recognising its commitment…
Key Stage 3 students from Shireland Collegiate Academy spent time with local residents at St Albans Community Centre in Smethwick, a non-profit community hub providing social activities and support services. The visit focused on conversation, connection and shared activities. Working alongside the school’s Inclusion…
Students at Shireland Biomedical UTC took centre stage in a new anti-bullying film created by The Diana Award. The film was developed in partnership with shampoo brand Head & Shoulders, as part of the #FreeTheShoulders campaign. The film highlights the impact of appearance-based bullying…
Lightwoods Primary Academy is celebrating one of its pupils after Adrianna, in year 6, was selected for Basketball England’s Aspire Programme, a national pathway for young players aiming to represent England. The programme identifies the most talented players from clubs and schools across the country, making her selection an inspiring achievement at such a young…
Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy travelled through history with a little help from author and illustrator Graham Jones. The visit, held ahead of this year’s World Book Day, also formed part of the school’s celebrations for the National Year of Reading, with a…