Sheffield Music Academy
Sheffield Music Academy exists to inspire excellence and provide a comprehensive, stimulating programme of learning to musicians aged 4-19 with outstanding ability, dedication and potential across South Yorkshire and beyond. A thriving and vibrant music school; students have the opportunity to develop their talent and grow in self-confidence through over 40 public performances a year.
Activities & Mission
Sheffield Music Academy exists to inspire excellence and provide a comprehensive, stimulating programme of learning to musicians aged 4-19 with outstanding ability, dedication and potential across South Yorkshire and beyond. A thriving and vibrant music school; students have the opportunity to develop their talent and grow in self-confidence through over 40 public performances a year.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £479,151 | £469,096 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2024 | £519,069 | £510,011 | £503,955 | £175,185 | £175,185 | 28 / 12 |
| 2023 | £791,464 | £773,396 | £773,396 | £166,127 | £129,591 | 41 / 6 |
| 2022 | £495,103 | £558,875 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £445,204 | £453,546 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sheffield Music Academy
What does Sheffield Music Academy do?
Sheffield Music Academy exists to inspire excellence and provide a comprehensive, stimulating programme of learning to musicians aged 4-19 with outstanding ability, dedication and potential across South Yorkshire and beyond. A thriving and vibrant music school; students have the opportunity to develop their talent and grow in self-confidence through over 40 public performances a year.
How much income did Sheffield Music Academy report in 2025?
Sheffield Music Academy reported total income of £479k and reported expenditure of £469k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sheffield Music Academy?
Sheffield Music Academy has a program ratio of 97.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sheffield Music Academy registered as a charity?
Sheffield Music Academy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2011 as charity number 1143420. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Sheffield Music Academy?
Sheffield Music Academy is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Richard Falconer. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sheffield Music Academy operate?
Sheffield Music Academy operates across 7 areas, including Barnsley, Derbyshire, Doncaster and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Sheffield Music Academy a registered charity?
Yes — Sheffield Music Academy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143420.
Details
Shirley House
31 Psalter Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
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- 14 May 2026
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