Classroom Music Programmes
Instrumental teaching programmes for whole classes from Early Years through to Key Stage 2
Our programmes provide children the opportunity to learn a musical instrument in a class environment alongside friends and peers. This encourages a range of musical and social benefits and has a positive impact on learning across the curriculum.
For many children, this experience is the first step on a musical journey of developing musicianship skills alongside singing, rhythm games, notation, composing, listening and performing.
Programmes for all schools and stages
- Key Stage 2 programmes
Classroom Instrumental Learning (CIL) programmes delivered by music specialists, supported by The National Plan for Music Education, delivered by a music specialist.
- Early Years and KS1 programmes
10-session programmes of 40 minute lessons delivered by early years and music specialists, offering focused music activities with songs and instruments.
- Handbell CPD programme
A 10-session programme of 40 minute lessons for Key Stage 1 and/or 2, delivered by school teachers with provided materials after attending a CPD session.
A flexible offer
We are committed to breaking down barriers to enable greater access to music provision. In particular, we continually review our offer to schools with fewer pupils, and those in rural settings, and consider the context of all we work with to find the best way to support your music provision.
Key Stage 2 Classroom Instrumental Learning Programmes
Our fully inclusive and accessible programmes complement school music provision and give children the opportunity to learn an instrument in their classroom environment – supported by the National Plan for Music Education and the Model Music Curriculum.
Led by specially trained music teachers, our programmes incorporate skills from the National Curriculum and support children’s overall musical progress.
Our programmes help develop confidence and self‑esteem while introducing key musical concepts such as beat, rhythm, tempo, pitch and dynamics through songs, rhythm games and playing instruments together.
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Handbell CPD Programme
A programme for Key Stage 1 and 2 classes that can be delivered in‑house by school staff who attend training events and receive full plans and resources.
The Handbells programme is designed to explore key musical concepts such as beat, rhythm, tempo, pitch and dynamics. School staff take part in a 90‑minute CPD session and are provided with teaching materials, resources and backing tracks to deliver the programme confidently in their own setting.
This shorter programme is designed to support schools who do not have a Classroom Instrumental Learning programme.
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Early Years and Key Stage 1 Programmes
Our programmes for Early Years offer focused music activities that support the prime and specific areas of learning and for Key Stage 1 deepen understanding of musical concepts such as beat and pitch through age-appropriate activities and use of pitched percussion instruments.
Musical Gems
A 10‑session specialist‑led music programme introducing pulse, rhythm, tempo, pitch, dynamics and silence, with a focus on listening, musicianship and vocal exploration. Children use whole‑class instruments to play together musically, while leaders perform live and sing with and to the group.
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Musical Explorers
The programme uses rhymes, songs, games and activities to develop pulse, rhythm, tempo, pitch, dynamics and silence, while building listening skills, attention and vocal control. Children use instruments for collaborative music‑making with a focus on beat‑keeping and coordinated starts and stops, supported by live performances from the programme leaders.
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Musical Rainbows
A 10‑session Key Stage 1 programme introducing pitch, performance and composition through tuned percussion. Children learn to play tuned percussion instruments, read simple notation, compose music using a storybook stimulus, sing rainbow‑themed songs and play a simple melody, culminating in a final performance of their work.
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