Shireland CBSO Academy
N/A
Ofsted Rating
35%
Capacity
306
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Shireland CBSO Academy
Shireland CBSO Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Sandwell community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (35% of 870 places).
the school is led by headteacher David Green, it falls under Sandwell local authority.
Shireland CBSO Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 245 applications for 116 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shireland CBSO Academy include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Astro Turf, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rugby, Basketball, Martial Arts, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Model UN, Debate and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.5%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Sandwell, Shireland CBSO Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 1 Providence Place, West Bromwich, Sandwell, B70 8SZ |
| Headteacher | David Green |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.5% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 870 (35% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed116
245
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shireland CBSO Academy
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Contact Information
1 Providence Place, West Bromwich
Sandwell, B70 8SZ
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