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Wallbrook Primary Academy was proud to announce that it had become a Purple Mash Pioneer School, recognising the Academy’s creative and forward-thinking use of digital learning tools to support pupils across the curriculum.  Purple Mash, created by 2Simple, is a popular online learning platform used by primary schools across the UK. It includes a wide… Read more »

Dear families, I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Chief Executive Officer of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust. It is a great privilege to take on this responsibility. My own journey within the academy sector began at Shireland in 2006, and I am proud to return to lead a Trust that plays such an… Read more »

Year 6 pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy welcomed award-winning children’s author Christopher Edge for a special visit focused on creativity, storytelling and the power of reading.  Edge visited the Academy to talk about his bestselling novel Escape Room, which pupils have been studying and using as inspiration for their own creative writing. During the session,… Read more »

Our Summer Trust newsletter is here! Discover the stories, achievements and milestones that have shaped another fantastic term across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust. From student success stories and innovative teaching to exciting projects and community partnerships, there’s plenty to celebrate.

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy were encouraged to think about their aspirations and personal goals after welcoming BoxClever Mentoring for an assembly focused on resilience, ambition and the benefits of mentoring through sport.  During the session, BoxClever mentors Craig and Cole shared their personal journeys, explaining what inspired them to support young people through mentoring… Read more »

Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy received a brand-new book to take home after Bookmark Reading Charity and Scholastic Book Fair gifted a free title to every child at the school.  The donation comes as Wallbrook continues to place reading at the heart of school life, recognising its importance in supporting language development, broadening knowledge and helping pupils access the wider curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to read for pleasure… Read more »

Year 5 pupils from Wallbrook Primary Academy joined other primary schools from across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust for a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) focused day at Shireland Biomedical UTC in West Bromwich. The visit was designed to introduce pupils to future pathways in science, healthcare and renewable energy.   The event was delivered in partnership with Solar for Schools, a not-for-profit organisation that helps… Read more »

Staff and pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy have heard how their recent fundraising efforts are helping families with children receiving hospital treatment during a visit from Ronald McDonald House Charities UK.  Charity representative Niamh Smythe visited the school to explain how donations are helping to fund free ‘home away from home’ accommodation for families whose children are being treated at specialist NHS hospitals, allowing them to stay… Read more »

Wallbrook Primary Academy in Coseley took part in a 10-year anniversary celebration hosted by educational resource provider Picture News, while also marking the school’s first year of using the programme.    The school received a commemorative badge as part of the initiative, recognising its involvement in Picture News classroom activities over the past year.  Developed by teachers and education… Read more »

Wallbrook Primary Academy welcomed a representative from Birmingham Children’s Hospital, who delivered an assembly to pupils about the work of the hospital and its charity, following the school’s recent fundraising efforts.  During the visit, the charity thanked the school community for its support and explained how donations had directly contributed to improving the experience of young patients receiving… Read more »