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.
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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.
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Each annual fee includes 30 weeks of teaching (10 weeks per term), plus masterclasses and 40+ performance opportunities over the year.
Fees 2025-2026
Core Programmes
Junior Programme
Grades 0 - 3
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For Junior students, the SMA day runs from 8:30am to 11:30am.
During this time, students take part in Junior Choir, Musicianship 1 or 2, a Junior ensemble specific to their instrument or discipline, and a 30-minute individual instrumental lesson.
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The fee for this level is £2,000 per year.
Intermediate Programme
Grades 4 - 6
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Intermediate students attend SMA from 9:15am to 3:15pm.
Their day includes a 45-minute first study lesson, second study?, an instrumental class, a theory or musicianship class, participation in a small ensemble, and either Intermediate Strings Orchestra or Concert Band.
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The fee for this level is £3,450 per year.
Senior Programme
Grades 6 - 8+​
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Our Senior students attend a full SMA day from 9:15am through to 5pm.
Students are able to take a range of classes from our comprehensive curriculum in addition to a 60-minute primary individual lesson. Senior students also benefit from from a 45 minute lesson on a second study instrument each week.
Please see our Classes page for a detailed description of the classes we offer.
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Fees at this level are charged at £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:
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Junior Programme (30-minute first study lesson included)
Optional second study lesson can be added for £--- per year
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Intermediate (45-minute first study lesson and 30-minute second study lesson included) Optional third study lesson can be added for £--- per year
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Senior Programme (60-minute first study lesson and 45-minute second study lesson included) Optional third study lesson can be added for £--- per year
Bursaries
Sheffield Music Academy is a Department for Education (DfE) Centre for Advanced Training (CAT), supported by the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS). MDS grants are means-tested and help ensure that passionate young musicians can access specialist training, regardless of financial background.
How it works
After a successful audition, we will provide you with a proposed timetable and annual fee for your programme of study.
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MDS grants are means-tested, meaning the amount awarded depends on your household income.
​ 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.
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With a wide range of bursaries available, we encourage all families to apply—even a small grant can make a meaningful difference.