We place huge value on the importance of music to the all-round development of our students. And we take great pride in nurturing their talents and abilities to the full. Music is a pathway to life! You will learn how to play several musical instruments in both a solo manner and as part of an ensemble. Additionally you will learn the value of music technology and how a record is produced along with knowledge about the musical industry. You will be encouraged to get involved in lots or enrichment and will be given plenty of opportunities to present your talents in both classroom environments and to a public audience!

You will have the opportunity to study music throughout your time with us at Outwood Academy Freeston and achieve a Level 2 BTEC Technical award which will stand you in good stead when applying for colleges and workplaces.

Transferable Music Skills — You Can Take Them with You

The transferable music skills you’ll gain from music lessons will provide you with the background necessary to support your learning in other subjects.

1. Ability to be creative and think outside the box

2. Ability to plan ahead3. Ability to take responsibility

4. Ability to collaborate and work effectively with other to meet goal

5. Ability to think and understand in patterns.

6. Ability to manage time well and handle several projects at once

Enrichment

You’ll be able to get involved with the range of enrichment activities available such as Choir, open mic sessions, Concert Band, Rock band, African drumming and DJ’ing. You can also take part in our very own talent show the ‘Freeston Factor’ a BGT/ X factor type competition and the Christmas Showcase where Year 7s play a big part!

Like many great musicians, their musical journey started at secondary school and we are offering your child that same start. Playing a musical instrument is a rewarding activity that is not only enjoyable, but the skills developed will help with all other school work. It is proven that learning to play a musical instrument at an early age has many benefits to the growing brain and can have a big impact on improving performance in other subjects.

Here at Outwood Academy Freeston we offer your child instrumental lessons and the opportunity to play in bands with other musicians. We can offer lessons on virtually any instrument. The 1-2-1 lesson lasts 20 minutes and takes place during the academy day. Students will come out of their normal lessons to have their instrument lesson.

There is a cost for the lessons which stands at £13 per 20 minute lesson. This is charged termly before the lessons start (So on average, IO weeks = £ 130 term term). Lessons are paid for via Parent Pay. However, we are very fortunate to be able to offer a bursary to cover these costs for those students studying Music at KS4 and those students who have free school meals/pupil premium.

If your child is interested in this, please complete the application form below and return it to school - d.dixon@freeston.outwood.com