MP for West Bromwich, Sarah Coombes, visited Shireland CBSO Academy to see how the school puts music at the heart of its curriculum. She was welcomed by the senior leadership team and toured the Academy, observing lessons, visiting music workshops, and speaking with students. The visit included a question-and-answer session with the student council, who shared their experiences of life at the Academy and asked the MP about her work in politics. Students also raised ideas about sustainability and recycling, highlighting their engagement with real-world issues. The exchange showcased the school’s role in fostering curiosity, confidence and ambition beyond the classroom. Shireland CBSO Academy, established by Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust in partnership with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO), is the first non-selective state school in Britain founded alongside a professional orchestra. Every student receives free instrumental or vocal tuition through
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Shireland CBSO Academy has been recognised for its exceptional commitment to the wellbeing of students and staff, receiving the Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark Award. The recognition
Shireland CBSO Academy recently celebrated the national recognition of one of its Year 8 students. Rodgean has been featured in the Financial Times for his entrepreneurial mindset and business, which he runs alongside
Year 8 student, Shiyenne, from Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich, achieved an amazing milestone after earning her black belt in both kickboxing and karate. The accomplishment reflects
Sixth form students at Shireland CBSO Academy took an important step in preparing for life beyond sixth form by taking part in a focused session on UCAS applications and higher education pathways,
Shireland CBSO Academy was delighted to welcome the British and Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM) University for a dedicated careers talk with their sixth form students. The visit offered a behind-the-scenes look
Shireland CBSO Academy welcomed pupils from Lightwoods Primary Academy, Holyhead Primary Academy, Lyng Primary School, Holy Trinity C of E Primary School and Hanbury Primary School. They attended a series of special concerts performed by the
Shireland CBSO Academy has unveiled its new serenity garden, developed and led by the school’s Inclusion department, following a £5,000 grant from the Sheila Coates Foundation. The outdoor space features sensory planting
Students at Shireland CBSO Academy welcomed internationally renowned opera singer Jennifer France for a special visit that offered a rare insight into life as a professional musician and
Year 12 students at Shireland CBSO Academy were given an insider’s view of the music industry when Jamie Mace from WaterBear College of Music visited the school to deliver
Shireland CBSO Academy in West Bromwich is inviting prospective Sixth Form students and their families for another Post-16 Open Evening on Tuesday 27 January 2026,
Shireland CBSO Academy Sixth Form will be exhibiting at the Connexions Sandwell New Year New Start Careers Fair on Saturday 24 January 2026 from 9:30am-2:00pm
