A series of interviews with music subject leaders from primary schools across the UK. Finalists in the Teach Primary Awards 2025 and the Music & Drama Education Awards 2026.
Introduce a child to a bassoon and they’re enthralled with it: Nathaniel Cook, Charles Darwin School
Season 4 Episode 6: Sponsored by Get Set 4 Educationhttps://www.getset4education.co.uk/In this episode, we explore the rich musical life of Charles Darwin Primary School, where all music is taught by class teachers through a creative, knowledge-rich curriculum. The school offers a wide-ranging instrumental programme, alongside ensemble opportunities, opera projects, and whole-class musical learning designed to make music accessible, engaging, and memorable for every child.Music leader Nathaniel Cook shares his philosophy of building teacher confidence through coaching, creativity, and humour, helping staff feel empowered to teach music successfully. He reflects on the importance of child-centred music education, the impact of joyful musical experiences, and his ambition for music to become a defining part of the school’s identity.Music Education Solutions is an education consultancy company dedicated to helping music teachers. Our philosophy is simple - we believe that music education is important, and should be delivered well! Join our mailing list here: https://tinyurl.com/3vj3r5c7Find us on socials: Instagram: @musicedsolutionFacebook: Music Education Solutions LimitedLinkedIn: Music Education Solutions
29 Jun 2026
It’s probably the most fun you can have at school: Jade Hawkins, Wellington Lions Primary.
Season 4 Episode 5: Sponsored by Starshine Music.https://www.starshine.co.uk/In this episode, we explore the music provision at Wellington Lions Primary Academy in Wiltshire. Based in a military town, the school is at the start of its musical journey, and is working hard to introduce a full range of curricular and extra-curricular musical experiences for their pupils over time. Music leader Jade Hawkins discusses her journey since being appointed in September 2025, and shares her hopes for the development of music across the school in the future. Music Education Solutions is an education consultancy company dedicated to helping music teachers. Our philosophy is simple - we believe that music education is important, and should be delivered well! Join our mailing list here: https://tinyurl.com/3vj3r5c7Find us on socials: Instagram: @musicedsolutionFacebook: Music Education Solutions LimitedLinkedIn: Music Education Solutions
22 Jun 2026
Lots of my Year 6 I’m teaching like I would teach Year 7: Jeanette Kershaw & Louise Kelly
Season 4 Episode 4: Sponsored by ABRSMhttps://www.classroom200.orgIn this episode, we explore how Albert Pye Primary School has developed a strong and inclusive music programme through collaboration, specialist teaching, and music hub partnership working. Based in Suffolk, the school provides weekly music lessons for every child from Year 1 to Year 6, supported by Charanga, whole-class clarinet teaching, choir opportunities, and partnerships with the Norfolk & Suffolk Music Hub.Music leader Jeanette Kershaw and music specialist Louise Kelly discuss how their shared approach supports high-quality music provision across the school. They reflect on staffing models, transition to secondary school, and the role of singing and community music-making in building confidence and musical culture.Music Education Solutions is an education consultancy company dedicated to helping music teachers. Our philosophy is simple - we believe that music education is important, and should be delivered well! Join our mailing list here: https://tinyurl.com/3vj3r5c7Find us on socials: Instagram: @musicedsolutionFacebook: Music Education Solutions LimitedLinkedIn: Music Education Solutions
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