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Instrumental & vocal tuition

Structured pathways that build focus, confidence and long‑term engagement

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School impact at a glance

Instrumental learning enables pupils to:

  • Improves self‑regulation, perseverance, focus and learning stamina
  • Builds confidence, belonging and positive engagement
  • Creates clear progression routes beyond enrichment.

Overview

High‑quality instrumental and vocal tuition delivered during the school day by experienced HMS specialists. Pupils apply directly through HMS; we manage safeguarding, billing and administration, working closely with your school.

Learning an instrument offers pupils a joyful, motivating and rewarding way to develop their musicianship, build confidence and explore their creativity.

What we offer

  • Specialist teachers.
  • Individual lessons (15, 20 or 30 minutes).
  • Wide range of instruments and styles.
  • Full administration and safeguarding.

Session structure

  • Lessons take place during the school day.
  • Teaching can begin at agreed points across the school year, subject to staff availability.
  • HMS teachers require a minimum of one hour per visit.
  • Lesson times are arranged collaboratively with your school to minimise curriculum disruption.
Information:

Costs (from September 2026)

Per lesson:

  • 15 min: £14.04
  • 20 min: £18.72
  • 30 min: £28.08

What your school provides

To ensure high‑quality delivery, schools are asked to provide:

  • Suitable teaching space
  • Support with communication
  • Timetabling collaboration
  • Encouragement for regular pupil attendance
  • Opportunities for pupils to celebrate their progress.

Foundation skills strengthened

Instrumental and vocal learning supports a wide range of essential skills, helping pupils to:

  • Develop sustained attention and focus through regular, structured practice
  • Build working memory and recall by learning, retaining and applying musical material
  • Improve auditory discrimination and phonological awareness, supporting reading and language development
  • Strengthen fine‑motor control and bilateral coordination, closely linked to handwriting fluency
  • Enhance self‑regulation, perseverance and readiness to learn, contributing positively to behaviour and engagement
  • Grow resilience, goal‑setting skills and personal responsibility
  • Develop confidence through steady progress and achievable challenges.

Learning an instrument is a meaningful, long‑term commitment that enriches both personal and musical development.

Why this is cost-effective for schools

Our tuition model helps schools:

  • Boost attendance, motivation and engagement through meaningful participation
  • Increase self‑regulation and learning readiness, easing behaviour pressures
  • Establish clear progression pathways that keep pupils engaged in school life
  • Reduce unplanned external costs by offering a sustainable, in‑school music provision.