News & Events Hub
The Hub is our one stop shop for the latest news and events from around the Academy. Here you can find messages from the Principal, showcases of students’ work and even the latest menu from our Kitchen.
The Hub is our one stop shop for the latest news and events from around the Academy. Here you can find messages from the Principal, showcases of students’ work and even the latest menu from our Kitchen.
Students at Shireland Collegiate Academy took part in a Focus Day songwriting workshop led by Matt Cominotto, lead singer of The Mercians, whose music has reached number one in the alternative charts. He has also toured with artists including Jess Glynne. During the session, students experimented with a range of songwriting techniques, from crafting lyrics and developing melodies to arranging chord progressions. Under Matt’s guidance, they worked collaboratively to shape their ideas into original compositions, gaining hands-on experience of the creative process and learning how professional musicians structure and refine their work. School Principal Thomas Daly said: “Bringing professionals into school makes a real difference to how students engage with their learning. This was an excellent opportunity for our students to learn from someone
90 sixth form students from Shireland Collegiate Academy in Smethwick returned to the West Midlands after completing international work placements earlier this year. Between late January and early February, they spent time in Dubai, Seville and Vienna, gaining valuable skills
Shireland Collegiate Academy’s dance team, SDC Surge, celebrated a highly successful debut at the United Dance Organisation (UDO) Gloucestershire Street Dance Championships, returning home with multiple medals. Established in 2002, UDO is the world’s
Our Spring Trust newsletter is here! Take a look at the latest edition of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust newsletter to catch up on the highlights from across our academies this term.
Shireland Collegiate Academy has been recognised by the Secretary of State for Education for its ‘excellent outcomes’ for disadvantaged students at the end of the 2024/25 academic year, placing the school among
Year 12 students, Michelle and Tasneem, represented Shireland Collegiate Academy at the Fair Education Youth Summit in London, an event that brought together 200 young people from across the UK.
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 undefeated. Their success secures them a place in the southern semi-finals at
Shireland Collegiate Academy students joined peers from West Bromwich Collegiate Academy on a joint Travel and Tourism coursework trip to Cardiff, where they experienced some of the city’s most notable attractions. Highlights of
Shireland Collegiate Academy celebrated a standout achievement as student Danika secured third place in the Elite category at the British Schools Central Zonal Trampoline Competition in Penarth earlier this year. Successfully completing both her routines, Danika has now qualified for the
Shireland Collegiate Academy’s year 7 students took part in a Bikeability assembly aimed at building confidence and awareness for travelling on the road. The session focused on road safety, personal responsibility and best cycling practices, giving students helpful guidance on
