In collaboration with City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
First class education.
world class musicians.
The first state school in Britain to be established in partnership with an orchestra.
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
Forging Futures: A Ground-breaking Partnership with Laney Amplification
Shireland CBSO Academy is delighted to announce its partnership with Laney Amplification, a globally recognised leader in British guitar and bass amplification. This collaboration represents
Missed the Open Event? Book a Tour to Discover Shireland CBSO Academy Sixth Form
Shireland CBSO Academy Sixth Form is delighted to offer personalised tours for prospective students and their families, starting Thursday 28 November 2024. These exclusive tours
Running for Change
On Friday 25 October, Mr Cusworth-Yafai, Assistant Principal at Thorns Collegiate Academy, will be taking on an incredible challenge – a 35-mile ultra marathon across
Part of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust
We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. We understand that each Academy is unique, but our emphasis and expectations will remain the same.
Nothing less than outstanding is acceptable.
