Shireland GCSE Music students learn songwriting from chart-topping indie star
Students at Shireland Collegiate Academy took part in a Focus Day songwriting workshop led by Matt Cominotto, lead singer of The…
Thorns Collegiate Academy students join national Anne Frank Youth Conference
Students from Thorns Collegiate Academy in Brierley Hill joined 90 young people from 18 schools across England at the 7th Annual…
MP visits Shireland CBSO Academy to see music-led education in action
MP for West Bromwich, Sarah Coombes, visited Shireland CBSO Academy to see how the school puts music at the heart of its curriculum. She was welcomed by the…
Shireland Sixth Form students complete overseas work placements in Dubai, Seville and Vienna
90 sixth form students from Shireland Collegiate Academy in Smethwick returned to the West Midlands after completing international work placements earlier this year.…
Shireland Collegiate Academy praised for national excellence in outcomes for disadvantaged students
Shireland Collegiate Academy has been recognised by the Secretary of State for Education for its ‘excellent outcomes’ for disadvantaged students at the…
Trust Newsletter – Spring 2026
Our Spring Trust newsletter is here! Take a look at the latest edition of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust newsletter to catch…
Shireland Sixth Form students make their mark at Fair Education Youth Summit
Year 12 students, Michelle and Tasneem, represented Shireland Collegiate Academy at the Fair Education Youth Summit in London, an event…
Thorns Collegiate Academy builds on financial education success with HSBC award
Thorns Collegiate Academy in Brierley Hill has once again been awarded the HSBC Smart Money Award, following its initial recognition in 2023. Presented by…
Shireland Collegiate Academy undefeated with second consecutive Nintendo esports gold title
Students from Shireland Collegiate Academy in Smethwick have claimed first place at the Nintendo Esports Regional Tournament for a second consecutive year, completing the regional stage…
Travel and Tourism students take learning beyond the classroom with Cardiff visit
Students from West Bromwich Collegiate Academy and Shireland Collegiate Academy went on a joint Travel and Tourism coursework trip to…
Students at West Bromwich vote in Youth Parliament elections
Students at West Bromwich Collegiate Academy took part in the UK Youth Parliament elections earlier this year, casting their votes…
Stratford visit brings Shakespeare to life for students
Year 10 students from Thorns Collegiate Academy visited Stratford-upon-Avon to explore the life and work of William Shakespeare, including the…