Musical inclusion

Musical inclusion is a way of working that gives every child and young person an equal opportunity to participate in music and to learn and progress through music to the best of their individual capabilities. It acts to counteract the effects of exclusion, which may be based on cultural background, level of ability or other factors and to help children overcome barriers to their learning, whether these be physical, cognitive, environmental, emotional, behavioural or psychological. Mullen, 2018

As part of our Musical Inclusion Strategy we are working in partnership with MAC Makes Music and have developed a new musically inclusive programme called Lead the Beat to champion music as a vehicle to improve and raise the attainment of children in challenging circumstances.