Schools

What makes working with Music for Life special in schools?

We have been awarded ‘Music Not-For-Profit Organisation Of The Year 24-25’. It is an honour to have been awarded this recognition, where particular mention was given to the quality of work undertaken in schools for activities under the Music for Life banner.

Arranging Lessons

Over 90 self-employed, enhanced DBS checked, freelance tutors work with us in providing outstanding tuition on a wide range of instruments, including voice. We take care of all aspects of administration, communication, quality, contractual obligations and timetabling leaving you to enjoy music flowing through your school.

Whole Class Projects

Our whole class courses aim to provide an insight into what it is like to learn a musical instrument, with an aim to inspire students and support parents who then wish to continue to learn an instrument through formal lessons. These are completed on a range of instruments and can be for a term, 2 terms or all three terms during your school day.

Engagement

As well as providing lessons, Music for Life is proud to offer a wide array of musical activities that are available to all schools. From workshops to performance roadshows and assemblies, we have a wide selection of options available for all budgets. Our performance roadshow is a fantastic way to introduce music to all of the school so please get in touch with us for more information.

INSPIRE | CREATE | PERFORM

Whole Class Projects with us

For many years, Music for Life and tutors have worked hard to develop programmes suited to all ages of students. With projects starting from a young age, it really does highlight that the introduction to music and lessons within the first year or so of school can develop a desire for students to continue throughout their school life and beyond. The proven benefits of learning music and musical instruments alongside the core curriculum are so vast and varied, including, high attention to detail, fostering team work, social skills development, developing listening skills, self-control, self-confidence, resilience, nurturing self-expression, enhancing brain development, stress relief including mental health benefits, to name a few. These benefits really do highlight the need, more than ever, for music as part of the school day.

For more specific information, please see our policies page for more detailed information on what to expect from individual projects.

why choose us?

Projects are designed to complement the school music curriculum.

All Children in the class have the opportunity to learn together.

Brass, string, woodwind, guitar, ukulele, samba and singing projects with specialist tutors are available.

Instruments are provided for the duration of the project.

All tutors have an enhanced DBS and undertake regular safeguarding training.

things to consider:

Space – a class of children with instruments & cases needs a reasonable space to work in and store the instruments.

Noise – working in a classroom could affect other classes nearby. Samba can be particularly loud, so children may need to be warned beforehand so those particularly sensitive to noise can bring ear defenders if they wish.

A performance for an audience (parents or other classes) is encouraged at the end of the project.

Class teachers are encouraged to learn alongside students. This further demonstrates the value of music and shows that it’s OK to make mistakes, even for grown-ups!

inspire | create | perform

Engagement Menu

In addition to the music lessons and whole class projects we offer in school, we are proud to present a great range of high quality musical opportunities at very reasonable costs. We would love to discuss and support your ideas and requirements to build musical engagement at your school.

assembly

With live music & interactive activities designed to get pupils excited about music, it works well within your school timetable.

come & try

Instruments provided by MfL allow students an opportunity to try a wide variety. During lunchtime or after school with parents, a great opportunity to find out more about music.

roadshow

A professional live band will visit and deliver a high quality, interactive concert for the whole school, key stage or year group.

workshop

Completely bespoke to your needs that could include composition, Y7 events, Y6 transition days, song writing, or music tech to name a few.

whole class

Working within your curriculum for 1, 2 or 3 terms, students can learn samba, singing, ukulele, guitar, wind, brass or string instruments.

after-school

Within your school at a time to suit. Wide variety of options that enhances ensemble skills, continuation from whole class on any instrument.

Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it – here’s some feedback we have recently received:

I cannot thank you enough for today. It was exactly what I was looking for and lots of children have come after school to ask about lessons. It honestly was fund, interactive and inspiring, The kids and staff loved it!

Assembly

Music Lead

I can’t express how much we all loved your visit today. It really was so uplifting and such a memorable experience for the children and staff! Student comment – ‘That was my favourite assembly ever, can we have them every Friday?’

Performance Roadshow