Free group/orchestra membership

Do you need help with costs for music centre groups and orchestra membership?

What would qualify my child for FREE membership?

If you meet one or more of the following criteria your child will qualify for free membership: 

• Your child is eligible for Free School Meals (year 3 or above)
• Your child is in receipt of Pupil Premium
• Your child is on the Worcestershire Furthering Talent Programme
• Your family is in receipt of Universal Credit which has replaced the following benefits:
  • Child Tax Credit 
  • Housing Benefit 
  • Income Support 
  • Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) 
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
  • Working Tax Credit 
• You are in receipt of Incapacity Benefit
• Your child is a Looked After Child or Previously Looked After Child
• You are in receipt of Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit) 

Please note you will be asked to upload a photo or scan of one supporting document with your application. 

How do I apply for a free place? 

Please complete our online membership form and tell us why you think your child is eligible for free membership. You will be asked to upload a photo or scan of one supporting document with your application. If your child is in receipt of Free School Meals documentation is not required.