Sheffield Music Academy
Fees & Bursaries

Fees & Bursaries

Our comprehensive curriculum allows students to tailor their education to match their individual interests and needs. At the start of each academic year, we work closely with families to create a personalised timetable and fee quote that suits them best.

As a result, timetables and fees vary from student to student.

Below, you'll find an overview of each core programme, the associated fees, and information on optional additional classes and the financial support we offer.

Each annual fee includes 30 weeks of teaching (10 weeks per term), plus masterclasses and 40+ performance opportunities over the year.


Bursaries

How it works

After a successful audition, we will provide you with a proposed timetable and annual fee for your programme of study.

Grant applications are submitted before the start of each academic year. Our office team is happy to guide you through the process and explain which documents are required.

With a wide range of bursaries available, we encourage all families to apply. Even a small grant can make a meaningful difference.


Fees 2025–2026

Core Programme

Junior Programme

Grades 0 – 3

8:30am – 11:30am

The Junior Programme includes:

  • 30-minute individual lesson
  • Junior Choir
  • Instrumental Class
  • Musicianship Class
  • Large Ensemble

£2,000 per year


Intermediate Programme

Grades 4 – 6

9:15am – 3:15pm

The Intermediate Programme includes:

  • 45-minute first study lesson
  • 30-minute second study lesson
  • Intermediate & Senior Choir
  • Instrumental Class (usually in first study instrument)
  • Musicianship/Theory Class
  • Aural Class
  • Strings Orchestra or Concert Band

£3,450 per year


Senior Programme

Grades 6 – 8+

9:15am – 5:00pm

The Senior Programme includes:

  • 60-minute first study lesson
  • 30-minute second study lesson
  • Intermediate & Senior Choir
  • Instrumental Class
  • Musicianship/Theory Class
  • Aural
  • Senior Orchestra or Concert Band
  • Chamber Orchestra

Students can take a range of classes from our curriculum such as Composition and Advanced Theory. See our Classes page for details.

£4,450 per year


Additional Classes

Students have the option to add extra classes to their core programme, or to extend the length of core lessons. These additional lessons are scheduled for Saturdays, or during the week if agreed with the tutor, and include a total of 30 lessons per year.

Second or Third Study Instrumental Lesson

Junior Programme: optional second study lesson available. Please contact the office for details.

Intermediate Programme: optional third study lesson available. Please contact the office for details.

Senior Programme: optional third study lesson available. Please contact the office for details.