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Special Schools

Music provision, services and opportunities for all special schools across Derby and Derbyshire.

Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership is committed to providing a broad range of programmes that can be offered to special schools. We have a well-trained enthusiastic workforce who can adapt to the environment they are working in, often dealing with complex learning needs.

The Snowman: Relaxed performance

We are once again hosting a relaxed performance of the critically acclaimed The Snowman Tour from Carrot Productions in Derby on Friday 1 December, 10.45-11.40am.

A teacher's experience of attending a relaxed performance of The Snowman Tour – "The gap in opportunity to experience equality of cultural capital for a student with additional needs is huge. This unique performance closed that gap." Read more
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Provision for special schools

Previously known as Wider Opportunities Complement your music provision with a fully inclusive programme that gives children the opportunity to learn an instrument in their classroom environment, developing confidence and self-esteem whilst supporting curriculum learning
Our tailored programmes of five sessions explore a variety of musical instruments and build confidence, creativity and musical skills
All Derby and Derbyshire schools have access to Music Partnership instrumental and vocal teaching and instrument loan services.
Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership offers an opportunity for special schools to join together for this singing project culminating in a sharing of what has been learned

CPD for teachers

Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership can also facilitate networking opportunities for teaching staff in special schools. Please email us to find out more.