Shireland CBSO Academy is delighted to announce that it will be opening its doors to prospective students and their parents on Wednesday 17 September, 5.00pm-7.30pm and Saturday 20 September, 9.00am-11.00am. No booking required.
The Academy is proud to be the first state school in Britain to be established in partnership with a professional orchestra. In collaboration with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, we offer students from Sandwell and the wider West Midlands an exceptional education and the opportunity to pursue musical excellence.
During the event, families will have the opportunity to tour the Academy’s brand-new, state-of-the-art facilities and sports centre, meet teachers and senior leaders, and speak with staff and students about life at the Academy.
Principal, David Green, said: “We look forward to welcoming students and their families to our open event and showing them the unique, unrivalled opportunities and experiences that await them at our Academy.
“As we anticipate a large number of families visiting us, please arrive early and allow ample time to get the most out of your visit; attending our open events will give you a valuable opportunity to see our facilities and meet our team to help you make the right decision for your child’s education.”
The Academy will also be offering a series of open mornings on Monday 22 September and Tuesday 23 September by appointment only. For further details, please contact the Academy directly.
Applications for parents applying for secondary school places through Sandwell open in Summer 2025, with applications through Dudley opening Monday 1 September 2025. From these dates, parents of children moving into Year 7 will be able to apply for their place via their local authority.
Applications are welcome from students from Sandwell and the wider West Midlands. A guide to applications can be found on our website.
To find out more about Shireland CBSO Academy and its open events, please call 0121 818 4620, email info@scbso.shirelandcat.net or visit the website.
