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Year 4 pupils from Wallbrook Primary Academy enjoyed an exciting day at Nechells Wellbeing Centre in Birmingham alongside Shireland Technology Primary And Lightwoods primary Academy, where they took part in a series of basketball coaching sessions with the City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club.   The children practised dribbling, passing and shooting under the guidance of the club’s coaches.… Read more »

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. From student successes and innovative teaching practices to impactful projects and community engagement, the newsletter offers a snapshot of the inspiring work happening across our… Read more »

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 day full of stories, creativity, and imagination.   Jones, whose Time Travelling Toby series follows a young boy… Read more »

Wallbrook Primary Academy hosted a day of circus skills for year 2 pupils, who learned to juggle, spin plates, and perform tricks with rings and scarves. The workshops, delivered by Primary Workshops for Schools, were part of the children’s Roll Up, Roll Up classroom theme, which explores the history of funfairs.   Pupils eagerly took part in the activities, supporting one other as they practised new skills. The day… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy learned essential water safety skills during a hands-on workshop delivered by the Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust. The session gave children practical knowledge on how to stay safe around canals and other waterways while exploring their local environment.   Through interactive activities, pupils discovered how to recognise hazards, respond in an emergency, and contact the emergency… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy have raised over £1,000 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity and Ronald McDonald House Charities UK following a week of community fundraising led by pupils and staff.   Almost £600 of the total came from raffle ticket sales, with prizes generously donated by families and local supporters, including a snooker cue signed by former… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy travelled virtually to the polar regions during a live online lesson with wildlife presenter and explorer Steve Backshall. Delivered in partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), the session was streamed from the Cambridge headquarters of the British Antarctic Survey.  During the broadcast, Backshall shared stories from his own polar expeditions and answered questions from pupils across the country. Children… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy in Coseley joined thousands of children across the Black Country in a celebratory sing-along to mark Children’s Mental Health Week, highlighting the importance of wellbeing, friendship and inclusion.  The Dudley Harmony event, organised by Dudley Performing Arts in partnership with Dudley Council Public Health, invited primary schools to take part in a virtual music session celebrating the… Read more »

Wallbrook Primary Academy has received Music Mark status for the 2025-26 academic year, recognising its exceptional music curriculum and enrichment programme. The award celebrates the school’s commitment to inspiring creativity, confidence and a lifelong love of music among its pupils.   The Academy offers a wide range of musical opportunities for all year groups in partnership with Dudley Performing Arts (DPA).… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy have joined a nationwide effort to help seven-year-old Amelia Kolpa from the Black Country set a UK record for the most birthday cards received. Amelia, who has been receiving intensive treatment and care for neuroblastoma, hopes to receive 8,000 cards for her eighth birthday in March.   In the spirit of… Read more »