Lethbridge Primary School in Swindon is thrilled to announce its appointment as a Lead School for music education by the Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire (GSW) Music Hub. This prestigious recognition places Lethbridge among just seven outstanding schools in the region acknowledged for their exceptional quality of music education.
At Lethbridge, music is central to the school’s values and culture. “We are incredibly proud to be named a Lead School, and that we have been recognised for the outstanding quality of our music education,” says Lisa Mayes, Headteacher.
“From our vibrant termly musical productions and the school’s very own mini rock band, to whole-class ensemble instrument lessons and the teaching of formal musical notation, the school consistently provides children with diverse opportunities to express themselves creatively through music. We look forward to championing collaboration and music-making for all.”
As a designated Lead School, Lethbridge Primary will play an instrumental role in enhancing the standards of music education throughout the region. This will involve providing specialist Continuing Professional Development across key areas, conducting support visits to schools, championing music education at all levels and working collaboratively with other GSW Music Hub schools to embed strong practice, all while identifying and addressing specific local needs.
“This initiative directly responds to the Department for Education’s directive for Music Hubs to ‘support stronger links between local schools and academy trusts, and broker opportunities for peer-to-peer learning,'” said Lisa Mayo, on behalf of the Consortium Executive Team for GSW Music Hub.
“Our Lead Schools will integrate schools within the Music Hub framework as both customers and co-creators/delivery partners, creating a more collaborative and effective music education ecosystem.”
