Where to find us
Shireland Technology Primary
Waterloo Road
Smethwick
West Midlands
B66 4ND
Meet the Team
Our team is focused on providing outstanding educational opportunities for all and supporting to ensure that at all times, our school delivers the best learning experiences possible.
Kirsty Grundy
Principal Kirsty Grundy draws on over two decades of teaching and leadership experience across the Primary and Secondary phases. As Primary Education Lead for the Trust, she believes that harnessing technology for learning can enable, engage and enthuse students and raise school standards. She leads the Primary Trust team and together they make sure that the Technology Primary delivers the Trust’s high expectations of providing the best technology-enabled opportunities for staff and pupils.
Sir Mark Grundy
As CEO of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust, Sir Mark Grundy is passionate about ensuring that all pupils are given access to an exceptional education. Sir Mark was knighted in 2006 for his services to education and technology in the UK; his emphasis on excellence is something that he drives through all schools within the Trust to create exceptional outcomes for all.
Andy Collins
Andy Collins is Associate Principal (Head of School) at Shireland Technology Primary and is focussed on day-to-day aspects of the Principal role. Mr Collins is also our Designated Safeguarding Lead and SenCo / LAC Lead.
Megan Hancox
Megan Hancox is Vice Principal at Shireland Technology Primary.
Josh Parkes
Josh Parkes is Assistant Principal at Shireland Technology Primary.
Karla Fletcher
As Office Manager who deals with the attendance and finance for Shireland Technology Primary, Karla brings extensive experience and knowledge to our school.
Before joining us, she worked at Shireland Collegiate Academy as the Exams Officer but has worked in the Education section for over 10 years dealing with Finance, HR and Health and Safety.
Sara Burroughs
As Deputy Office Manager for Shireland Technology Primary, Sara brings a breadth of knowledge and managerial experience to our school.
Jahlica Dixon
Jahlica is our Safeguarding and Attendance Lead at STP. Jahlica was previously a Social Worker for Sandwell council and brings to the school a wealth of safeguarding knowledge and expertise. Jahlica is passionate about ensuring the safety and welfare of all the children at STP.
Jen Devaney
As Deputy Primary Director for the Trust, Jen Devaney helps oversee the successful running of all the Primary school. She is passionate about achieving the very best for all children and is an NCETM Professional Development Lead and Specialist Leader of Education for Mathematics. Her expertise in assessment supports teachers to provide the best learning opportunities so that all learners can excel across the curriculum.