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

Student-led business wins commission with West Bromwich Albion Foundation
Students from Shireland CBSO Academy’s student-run business, Happiness is Handmade, secured a new commission with West Bromwich Albion Foundation to create products for use at

Student secures place at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire after Youth Jazz Project success
Sixth form student James has secured a place to study at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in September following successful participation in its Youth Jazz Project.

Students explore higher education opportunities with Birmingham City University
Year 9 students visited Birmingham City University (BCU) as part of Shireland CBSO Academy’s careers education programme, providing them with the opportunity to explore higher
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