Music Lessons & Examinations
We offer regular individual music and voice (singing) lessons. These are taught by qualified specialist music teachers. Children usually follow the syllabus of the Associated Board or the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Trinity Guildhall.
A commitment to regular practice is essential. These lessons are offered during the school day and last for half an hour or 15 minutes for younger children. We also offer shared lessons.
For the sake of a child’s academic progress it is not advisable for a child to be registered to take more than TWO individual lessons within school time in any one term.
We offer lessons in:
- Singing
- Piano
- Guitar & Ukulele
- Drum Kit
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Saxophone
- Cello
- Violin
- Brass
All of our visiting music teachers are happy to offer an initial lesson, after which progress and aptitude can be discussed with the teacher without any further obligation.
If you would like your child to take individual music or voice lessons during school time, please contact the School Office. Some lists are full, but if that is the case, your child can be placed on a waiting list.
Lessons are normally arranged during the school day. Before/after school lessons are sometimes available and priority for these times will be given to senior children (Years 3-6). The lessons are timetabled on a ‘rolling’ rota basis during the day so that it is unlikely for a child to miss the same lesson more than once in a term. Sometimes in the rota they do not miss a lesson at all (breaks, prep, etc.)
Lesson times are posted on the music notice board outside Skylark. If there are problems/conflicts with a specific rota, the Director of Music, a member of the music staff or the pupil’s Form Teacher will make adjustments as needed.
Music Examinations
Yarrells School is proud to celebrate the outstanding musical achievements of our pupils during the academic year.
Across a range of prestigious examination boards — including ABRSM, Trinity Rock & Pop, RSL (Rockschool), and LCM Musical Theatre — our young musicians have displayed remarkable dedication, skill, and enthusiasm.
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100% pass rate across all examinations entered.
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The majority of results were Merit or Distinction, showcasing the pupils’ commitment and musical growth.
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Examinations spanned a variety of instruments and disciplines such as piano, guitar, drums, ukulele, flute, clarinet, cello, and voice.
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Pupils from Years 3 to 6 participated, demonstrating the breadth and strength of music at Yarrells.
We commend every pupil for their effort, perseverance, and passion for music. These results are a testament to the thriving musical life at Yarrells and the dedication of our talented staff who inspire excellence every day.