An outstanding education built on a foundation of academic and musical excellence.
An innovative music-centred secondary education
Set up in partnership with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, the Shireland CBSO Academy is the first school in Britain to be established in collaboration with an orchestra and marks a radical new approach to music education, innovatively addressing the much-publicised decline in the position of the creative arts in many schools.
Why choose Shireland CBSO Academy?
Blending the National Curriculum with specialist and in-depth music education.
Enrichment opportunities to perform and compose within and outside of the Academy.
Opportunity for every student to have instrumental or vocal lessons.
Experience diverse musical genres through a network of professional musicians.
Latest Academy News

Shireland CBSO Academy achieves Inclusive Attendance Bronze Award
Shireland CBSO Academy has achieved the Inclusive Attendance Bronze Award, recognising its commitment to creating an inclusive academy culture where students feel connected, supported and

Letter to families – new Chief Executive Officer of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust
Dear families, I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Chief Executive Officer of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust. It is a great privilege to

Shireland CBSO Academy’s sixth form cohort celebrates A level results
Sixth Form students at Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich are celebrating their A level results today, marking a milestone moment as they prepare for
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