Education and Learning
Information about schools in Sandwell, early years, school governance, adult and family learning plus lots more relating to education and learning in Sandwell with links to children and family care.
Winter Weather School Closures
Parents are advised to listen to local radio stations for information about school closures. Headteachers are asked to report school closures to BBC Radio WM, BRMB, Beacon, Heart and Galaxy.
We will update this page and our Twitter account with details of school closures once we receive them.
Incorrect Reporting of Primary School Results
Sandwell's position in national league tables for primary school results has been wrongly reported as 140th out of 150 local authorities across the country.
This is incorrect. Our true position is 136th. Some reports have also masked the improvements made by Sandwell pupils in the basics of English, Maths and Science.
Admissions to School
Parents with children who are about to start school for the first time, or whose children will be moving to a new school will find our Admissions to School pages useful.
School Term Dates
Find out the Schedule of terms and holiday dates for schools in Sandwell.
School Meals and Milk
Sandwell is committed to providing a schools meals service which features high quality healthy foods that are prepared from fresh ingredients from local suppliers, growers and producers.
A two-course nutritious meal and cold drink is available to pupils in Sandwell each day at school. Menus are carefully planned to ensure that your child has an interesting and varied selection of lunches. School menus are also available to view online.
Extended Schools and Inclusive Learning
Welcome to the Extended Schools and Inclusive Learning website. Here you will be able access information of Schools working in partnership to provide access to a wide range of provision that have a major impact on the Every Child Matters outcomes.
Extended Schools and extended learning provides opportunities for parents/carers and the community to access localised provision and are a key element of the school improvement agenda, helping to increase attainment and improve standards.
National Osteoporosis Society launches a new educational website for schools.
The National Osteoporosis Society has launched Bones4life.org, an engaging educational website aimed at improving children’s awareness of the importance of good bone health.
Bones4life.org will be an invaluable tool for teachers, parents and children from the ages of 7–10.
Connexions
Young people who need help with finding a job, training course or voluntary work will be able to access Connexions service through Sandwell Council.
The Council’s Young People and Community Safety Division will be responsible for and managing Connexions services.
Extranet for Schools
Login to the Sandwell Children and Young People's Services Extranet for Schools.