Welcome from the Head Teacher
At Tile Cross Academy we care deeply for our students; their safety and well-being is our primary concern. Within our small and caring 11-16 school we develop and nurture the values, skills and attributes which create good citizens and lifelong learners.
A message from Gurt Sanghera, Head Teacher
Latest News & Tweets
Latest News
@TileCross - 24 Oct
In support of @BreastCancerNow Mrs. Welch once again led the organisation of our annual Wear It Pink day, held on Friday 24 October.
Students + Staff were invited to wear a touch of pink alongside their full school uniform for a contribution to the charity #wearitpink— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 24, 2025
@TileCross - 24 Oct
Please use this link to read our latest Newsletter! It's full of great news of life at TCA this month tinyurl.com/TCA-News-Oct-25— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 24, 2025
@TileCross - 21 Oct
Please park considerately when visiting our school.
We kindly ask all parents and carers to park safely and respectfully when dropping off or collecting students.
Let's work together to be good neighbours and keep everyone safe!— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 21, 2025
@TileCross - 21 Oct
🙋♂️ I’ve signed up to support #AntiBullyingWeek 2025!
Silence helps bullying grow — that’s why I’m using my #PowerForGood to help create lasting change. 💥
Sign up too, get on the map & receive a certificate to display with pride 👉🔗 bit.ly/4m2nId4 @ABAonline— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 21, 2025
@TileCross - 20 Oct
To all those in our community who are celebrating, we wish you a wonderful Diwali filled with happiness, good health, and time with loved ones. May this festive season bring light and positivity to all.— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 20, 2025
@TileCross - 29 Sep
Please click this link to read our September Newsletter tinyurl.com/TCA-News-Sept-25
Summer Trip Highlights & Upcoming Events — Don’t Miss Out!— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Sep 29, 2025
@TileCross - 9 Sep
We invite prospective students & their parents to our Open Evening on Weds 1st Oct, from 15:30 to 17:00.
There is also opportunities to visit the school during Open Week, from Mon 29th Sept. to Fri 3rd Oct.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office - 0121 566 6400.— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Sep 9, 2025
@TileCross - 18 Jul
Here is the link to the June July Newsletter – it’s a 9 page packed edition!
tinyurl.com/News-June-July-2…
#tilecrossacademy #tilecrossacademyopportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Jul 18, 2025
@TileCross - 26 Jun
Looks like the trip to Hamburg had lots of fun on their first official day in Germany!
#tilecrossacademy #tilecrossacademyopportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Jun 26, 2025
@TileCross - 25 Jun
Our trip to Hamburg had an exciting beginning when issues with the flights meant they had to stay over night in Amsterdam!
As you can see from the pictures this only added more fun and adventure for the students, and a little bit more stress for the Teachers— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Jun 25, 2025
@TileCross - 7 Apr
An intrepid group of 22 Duke of Edinburgh students set out on their first attempt at navigation on a bright sunny April Saturday morning. We headed up to Shustoke Reservoir, navigated up through Whitacre Heath and back to the reservoir.— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Apr 7, 2025
@TileCross - 27 Feb
Photo's from Day 3 of the Tall Ships voyage, Wednesday 26th Feb.
Our crew prepare and cook dinner in the ship's galley
@TallShipsYT
#tilecrossacademyopportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Feb 27, 2025
@TileCross - 26 Feb
Photo's from Day 2 of the Tall Ships voyage trip, Tuesday 25th Feb.
Another extraordinary set of pictures of our students enjoying sailing
@TallShipsYT
#tilecrossacademyopportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Feb 26, 2025
@TileCross - 26 Feb
Photo's from Day 1 of the Tall Ships voyage trip, Monday 24th Feb.
What an amazing experience for our students! @TallShipsYT
#tilecrossacademyopportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Feb 26, 2025
@TileCross - 17 Jan
Year 9 Options
All families of Year 9 students were invited to a presentation in the library. Displays for each subject had been made by our faculties. Mrs Bowden & Deputy Head Mrs Pemberton explained each of the choices&subjects for our students&were on hand to answer questions— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Jan 17, 2025
@TileCross - 17 Jan
It's our Academic Review Day!
A day for our families to discuss their student's progress with Form Tutors & information for Year 9 Options.
It's also a great opportunity for parents to complete surveys, collect lost property, access free sanitary products & meet our Senior Team— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Jan 17, 2025
@TileCross - 11 Nov
This week is Anti-Bullying Week&this years theme is Choose Respect. When disputes arise, insults&rudeness can sometimes follow,it’s vital for us to show them a better way.
Here is expert advice on encouraging choosing respect&tips on combatting online bullying— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Nov 11, 2024
@TileCross - 25 Oct
Click the link for our October Newsletter!
This month's edition has stories on Black History Month, Charity Fundraising, Exciting Trips and Events!
tinyurl.com/News-Oct-24— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 25, 2024
@TileCross - 18 Oct
Today Mrs Welch organised a "Wear it Pink" day for staff and students to raise money for @breastcancernow
We have raised a whopping £150 so far but the count is still rising!! Well done everyone 🎀— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 18, 2024
@TileCross - 16 Oct
Year 11 Parents Evening is well under way
We have representatives from @solihull6thform @southandcitycollege @jcsfcollege and Washwood Heath Sixth Form here to discuss Further Education opportunities— Tile Cross Academy (@TileCross) Oct 16, 2024
