In the Ofsted report, January 2011, the Academy is shown as outstanding in the above areas
In the Ofsted report, January 2011, the Academy is shown as outstanding in the above areas
First Steps Nursery wins double award
"Evidence from lesson observations confirms the exceptional progress that students make." - Ofsted 2011
"Ambitious target setting & rigorous tracking, underpinned by clear guidance, ensure that students feel well supported." - Ofsted 2011
"The Academy places the promotion of equality of opportunity and the individual needs of each student at the heart of its work." - Ofsted 2011
"Modern technology is used exceptionally well to support the learning and well-being of students." - Ofsted 2011
"The Academy’s overall provision is outstanding because so many elements are excellent." - Ofsted 2011
"Students are making exceptional progress because of consistently high quality teaching." - Ofsted 2011
"Teachers have worked relentlessly to implement agreed strategies for behaviour management, lesson planning and assessment." - Ofsted 2011
"Students enjoy school and respond to the Academy’s high expectations by behaving well and working hard." - Ofsted 2011
"Nowhere is accelerated progress more evident than in Years 7 and 8." - Ofsted 2011
"Modern technology is used exceptionally well to support the learning and well-being of students." - Ofsted 2011
"Students take responsibility for their learning by critically evaluating their own progress." - Ofsted 2011
"The Academy is a harmonious community where students from diverse backgrounds get on very well together and feel completely safe." - Ofsted 2011
"Understanding the needs of its community enables the Academy to make an exceptional contribution to the promotion of community cohesion." - Ofsted 2011
"The Academy has excellent procedures for safeguarding students." - Ofsted 2011
"The Academy works outstandingly well with parents and carers." - Ofsted 2011
"Excellent procedures have significantly increased attendance." - Ofsted 2011
An "Outstanding" SchoolWelcome to Shireland Collegiate Academy. Having opened as an Academy in 2007, we are extremely proud of the progress everyone has made since then. Our commitment to raising the standards for our students whilst also serving our families and wider community will always be our main focus. There has been education on our campus for over a hundred years and this blend of tradition with innovation is what makes Shireland Collegiate Academy significantly different.
Working together as learners, educators and families is one of the keys to educational success and to making a difference for all of our children.
Sir Mark GrundyExecutive Principal |
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Collegiate Academy Trust |
The Collegiate Academy Trust was established in September 2007 and runs Shireland Collegiate Academy, Waterloo Road, Smethwick. It has an Executive Principal who is the Principal of Shireland. There is a Board with 15 Trustees, which makes all the strategic decisions about the work of the Academy. |
Shireland Post 16 Centre |
Post 16 provides valuable continuity of learning and is structured to equip students with the qualifications and personal qualities needed to face the challenges of higher education and an ever changing job market. Courses and Qualifications There is a wide choice of courses available for students who have successfully completed their GCSEs, from traditional academic exam-based subjects to applied courses and vocationally oriented OCR Nationals and BTECs. |
"Walk for Harry" |
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The annual brmb Walkathon took place on Sunday 13 May under its new name of "Walk for Harry" to raise funds for brain tumour research at Birmingham Children’s Hospital and for the refurbishment of Acorns Children’s Hospice. Four Shireland staff members took part in the 26 mile walk around the perimeter of Birmingham - Miss Lomas (Languages), Miss Hayes (Year 8), Mrs Parwana (Head of English) & Miss Kaur (Year 8). So far they have raised £1,500! |
In addition, as part of the Flexible Study Week, Year 9 students were set a ‘real business’ challenge of creating, making and selling a range of products based on a theme of their choice. Their enterprising talents were very impressive and a special mention needs to be given to the following tutor groups – B1, B2 and C1 for contributing the most sales. A total of £292 was raised which was donated to the “Walk for Harry” fund. |
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Alan November Visit |
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On Tuesday 8th May Shireland played host to Alan November, an international leader in education technology.
Throughout the day Alan spoke to a number of students about using various online resources to aid them in their learning. Alan spoke to three groups of students throughout the day and was particularly impressed with the new “Further Your Maths” site that students have created. He also gave tips to the students about how they could create more tutorials using free online software.
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In the afternoon Alan shared his years of experience with the staff in an assembly in which he spoke about the importance of giving students a global voice. The day was a great success; both students and teachers learnt the value of online resources. |
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Shireland Students Meet the Olympic Mascots |
Shireland Students joined pupils from six Smethwick primary schools to meet the official mascots of the London 2012 games.
The colourful cartoon characters taught 280 pupils the dance steps routine devised as part of this year's Olympic celebrations.
The mascots also posed for photographs and answered questions about the history and meaning of the games. |
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Meeting Wenlock and Mandeville |
Lord Jim Knight Visits the Academy |
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Lord Jim Knight, together with Doug Brown from Step-A International, a world-wide educational, advisory organisation visited Shireland on Friday 9 March to look at the innovative use of technology used across the Academy to support learning. "I've been taking leadership positions in education for the last five years, and now, as part of my work with STEP-A, talk to many organisations and governments throughout the world. Shireland has been at the forefront of showing how technology can be
used to improve learning and increase teacher efficiency and interest in their progress is international. I am delighted to come back again to see the latest world beating work by Sir Mark and his team." |
