Shireland Technology Primary
URN: 147191 • Smethwick B66 4ND
Overview
- Name
- Shireland Technology Primary
- URN
- 147191
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 60.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Collins (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01215658812
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Waterloo Road, Smethwick B66 4ND
Summary
Shireland Technology Primary, located in Smethwick, Sandwell, is a mixed free school catering to 412 pupils, with a capacity of 446. The school is part of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust, which emphasizes the integration of technology in education to enhance learning outcomes. The academy aims to empower students through a curriculum that combines academic rigor with innovative teaching methods, fostering both creativity and critical thinking.
The school’s ethos is built on three pillars: a structured curriculum, high-quality teaching, and the development of digital skills. Shireland Technology Primary prioritises the safe and effective use of technology, guided by its Digital Learner Framework, which focuses on Digital Literacy, Digital Citizenship, and Technological Skills. This approach prepares students for future challenges and equips them with essential skills for the modern world.
With a commitment to ensuring that every pupil feels safe, happy, and ambitious, Shireland Technology Primary strives to provide a well-rounded education that supports both personal and academic growth. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for prospective students to apply for nursery and reception places for September 2026.
The school’s ethos is built on three pillars: a structured curriculum, high-quality teaching, and the development of digital skills. Shireland Technology Primary prioritises the safe and effective use of technology, guided by its Digital Learner Framework, which focuses on Digital Literacy, Digital Citizenship, and Technological Skills. This approach prepares students for future challenges and equips them with essential skills for the modern world.
With a commitment to ensuring that every pupil feels safe, happy, and ambitious, Shireland Technology Primary strives to provide a well-rounded education that supports both personal and academic growth. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for prospective students to apply for nursery and reception places for September 2026.
Useful links
- Governor Portal (governance)
- Reporting an Absence (sen)
- School Policies and SEND (sen)
- Principal Updates and News (calendar)
- Download our prospectus (download)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Inclusion (other)
- Our Academy (other)
- Privacy policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Shireland Hall Primary Academy (74.3)
- Devonshire Infant School (70.2)
- Victoria Park Primary (70.2)
- Crocketts Community Primary School (70.0)
- St Gregory's Catholic Primary School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Sandwell
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SHIRELAND COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 412
- Boys
- 205
- Girls
- 207
- FSM %
- 37.00
- Open date
- 2019-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 412 | 205 | 207 | 446 | 37.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 352 | 179 | 173 | 446 | 31.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 229 | 119 | 110 | 296 | 26.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 229 | 119 | 110 | 236 | 26.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 167 | 83 | 84 | 176 | 22.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 86 | 43 | 43 | 10.50 |
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