Since 1997 Starlight Music Academy (SMA) has been pioneering programmes to develop young people to succeed in the entertainment industry. Over 8,000 local young people have gained relevant experience and skills that have enabled them to succeed academically, become more employable and embark on a journey of positive life choices.experience gained.
SMA’s target group are aged 13-25. 70% of our service users are affected by at least two of the following variables: single parent homes, low income families, unemployed parents/s, involved in the criminal justice system, excluded and low achievers just to name a few. We access these young people through referrals via our partnerships with young women’s hostels, Pupil Referral Units(PRU), schools, colleges and youth based organisations.
