Music tuition in Highland schools
Instrumental music tuition is available for pupils in all secondary and many primary schools across Highland.
Lessons are delivered during the school day, where available, and cover a wide range of instruments. Availability may vary by school.
Instruments offered
We offer tuition in:
- Strings
- Brass
- Woodwind
- Percussion
- Drumkit
- Guitar (including bass and ukulele)
- Voice
- Piping and pipe band drumming (including cajon)
Not all instruments are available in every school.
Why learn a musical instrument?
Learning an instrument can support your child’s wider education and personal development.
Benefits include:
- Improved health and wellbeing
- Better discipline and organisational skills
- Increased confidence and self-belief
- A strong sense of achievement
- Valuable skills for life
- Enjoyment and creativity
Playing and performing music as part of a group also helps develop important social skills and the ability to work well with others. There are a vast number of ensemble opportunities available at school, Area & Regional level once a pupil is at the appropriate ability level - instructors will advise.
Find music tuition at your school
Check availability and see which instruments are offered before you apply.
Check your schoolHow places are allocated
If there are several pupils interested in learning, the instructor may initially work with them as a group before deciding on suitability for specific instruments. In some cases, simple aptitude assessments may be used, particularly where instrument availability is limited.
Primary school provision
In primary schools, the year group at which pupils can start lessons varies by school and instrument. Most vacancies are typically available from P4 onwards. If your application is unsuccessful due to age or availability, you are encouraged to reapply at a later stage. Most Instructors operate waiting lists.
Supporting your child’s learning
Parental and family support is essential at all stages of learning an instrument.
This might include:
- Providing a suitable time and space to practise at home
- Encouraging regular practice
- Attending performances where possible
If you have questions about tuition or your child’s progress, please contact the school to request a discussion with the instructor.
Start your application
Once you have checked your school, we then ask you to read our terms and conditions carefully before submitting an application via the music tuition application portal.
