Primary School Band Programme
Real bands.
Real progress.
A small-group programme where children learn as a band. All-electric equipment, volume-controlled setup, and a clear weekly structure that helps schools deliver something exciting, polished and manageable.
At a glance
Built for schools
A calm, school-friendly music offer that feels exciting for pupils and straightforward for staff.
Model
Parent-paid
Minimum
3 to run
Instruments
Guitar, bass, keys, drums, vocals
Outcome
Mini showcase
What schools can expect
Clear weekly delivery, safe equipment handling, and a structured route from first session to performance.Confidence & teamwork
Children listen, stay in time, and build confidence by making music together instead of learning in isolation.
Fast, visible progress
Small groups and carefully chosen parts help pupils make progress quickly while keeping sessions fun and manageable.
School-friendly delivery
All-electric setup, controlled volume, tidy equipment management, and clear communication around timing, spaces and expectations.
How it works
Clear delivery from first enquiry to showcase
Parents register
Families are invited to register interest and pay a £10 deposit to hold a potential place.
Bands are formed
Bands are organised by numbers and fit, with a usual target of 4–5 pupils and a minimum of 3 to run.
School timings are confirmed
Once numbers are known, final weekly timings and rooming are confirmed directly with the school.
Pupils rehearse and perform
Pupils work through a structured 6-week block that ends with an informal mini showcase or performance moment.
What the 6 weeks look like
Setup, roles, first groove and band rules.
Core parts, timing and confidence with instruments.
Sections, transitions and playing together more tightly.
Band balance, listening and musical polish.
Performance practice and confidence building.
Mini showcase and clear next-step options.
Pricing
Parent-paid and simple to follow
Per child
£15 per session
Typical 6-week block
£90 per child
Delivery setup
What schools provide vs what Elliot provides
School provides
- • A suitable room or safe working space during the agreed slot
- • Normal school safeguarding and supervision arrangements on site
- • Help with sharing registration information to families
- • Support with final pupil lists and timetable confirmation
Elliot provides
- • All-electric instruments and core equipment for delivery
- • Planning, session delivery and band-building structure
- • Calm, confidence-building teaching and progress focus
- • Safe setup, tidy cable management and end-of-block performance direction
Safeguarding aligned
Sessions run on school premises and fit around the school’s safeguarding procedures and routines.
Controlled setup
All-electric equipment keeps volume manageable, while setup and cable routes are kept tidy and safe.
Professional delivery
Clear communication, reliable structure, and a polished first impression for staff, parents and pupils.
Register interest
Ready to secure a place?
This page is for families whose school has already shared the School Band Programme link. A £10 deposit reserves interest while bands and timings are confirmed.
Deposit comes off the total cost and is refunded if no suitable place or time can be offered.
Quick info
- • Typical bands are 4–5 pupils
- • Minimum 3 pupils to run
- • £15 per child per session
- • Standard block is 6 weeks
- • All-electric instruments are provided
- • Sessions finish with an informal mini showcase
FAQ
Common questions from schools and families
Does a child need experience?
No. The programme is designed to feel beginner-friendly while still sounding exciting and band-like very quickly.
What instruments are included?
Guitar, bass, keyboard, electronic drums and vocals. The setup is all-electric and designed to stay manageable in a school environment.
What happens if numbers are too low?
The minimum is 3 pupils. If a viable band cannot be formed, an alternative option or refund can be offered.
Who confirms final timings?
Final weekly timings and room arrangements are confirmed directly with the school once numbers are known.
Assistant
School Band Q&A
Ask about pricing, deposits, group size, instruments or how the programme runs.