Month: December 2025

Our Autumn 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 »

Year four pupils at Holyhead Primary Academy took part in an educational visit to Birmingham’s Islamic Experience Exhibition.   The exhibition, opened in 2003 and visited by more than 150,000 people, was created to support schools, colleges and community organisations by offering a thoughtful introduction to Islamic beliefs and traditions.  During the visit, pupils explored the… Read more »

Year three at Holyhead Primary Academy stepped into the world of performance for a lively drama and dance workshop run by the Birmingham Hippodrome Education Network.   The session combined expressive movement with imaginative storytelling, encouraging pupils to explore their creativity while building confidence, teamwork and performance skills. Pupils experimented with a variety of ideas and… Read more »

Key stage one pupils enjoyed an exciting day with The Falconry Centre from Hagley, which visited the school for an immersive session that supported the Academy’s science curriculum. The workshop introduced children to a range of birds of prey, including owls, hawks and kestrels, giving them the chance to observe their characteristics and behaviours at… Read more »