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
New way to access student portals and online learning environments
We’re excited to announce that shirelandportals.co.uk is now the dedicated gateway for students to access their work from home. This portal is not only the
Catch Up with the Latest from Our Sixth Form
Our Sixth Form newsletter offers a glimpse into the life and achievements of our Sixth Form community. Whether you’re a prospective student considering your next
Shireland CBSO Academy Hosts Inspiring Music Focus Day with Laney Amplification
Shireland CBSO Academy brought the world of music technology to life during its recent Music Focus Day, offering students an inspiring opportunity to explore careers
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.
