Key Stage 1 whole class projects
Our Key Stage 1 projects build the foundations of musicianship through singing and instrumental learning. Led by specialist tutors, each programme develops pupils’ confidence, creativity, musical skills and teamwork.
Singing Superstars and Instrumental Superstars can be delivered individually or combined into a flexible, progressive pathway.
Year 1 projects
Year 2 projects
Superstars Combination Packages
Mixed Project (1 term Singing Superstars + 1 term Instrumental Superstars)
Mixed - Focused Singing (2 terms Singing Superstars + 1 term Instrumental Superstars)
Mixed - Focused Instrumental 2 terms Instrumental Superstars + 1 term Singing Superstars
Singing Assemblies
Pricing and booking
When selecting any of the above projects, please consider pupils’ prior experience and future plans. If you would like advice on projects that build on prior learning and existing skills, please contact our Primary Curriculum Coordinator, Carolyn Adams: carolyn.adams@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.
Or explore all projects below
Year 1 projects
Pentatonic Pitch Explorers
Overview
Year group
year 1
Duration
6 weeks
Summary
through singing games based on pentatonic traditional songs, children explore the concept of pitch
pupils take their first steps towards reading melodic notation
Instruments
voice
some use of tuned percussion
Session delivery
Session format
6 sessions
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup and pack-up
Project structure
6 weekly lessons across a half term
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 music specialist
resources (for example scarves, Lycra, puppets and instruments where relevant)
a Scheme of Work mapped against the National Curriculum
KS1 assessment sheets to support staff in tracking pupils’ progress
What the school provides
a suitable teaching space for whole-class delivery, including space for children to sit in and move around a circle
WiFi access and basic IT support where needed
engaged staff and positive behaviour support
whiteboard and speakers
Pricing
Subsidy tier
no ACE subsidy available
Session rate
£89.00
Total cost
£534.00
Booking code
6WP-Y1PPE
Music Makers (year 1)
Overview
Year group
year 1
Duration
1, 2 or 3 consecutive terms
terms are progressive, so term 1 must be completed before beginning term 2
Summary
Music Makers gets children moving, supports wellbeing and sparks a love of making music together. Sessions are led by a KS1 music specialist and include:
singing games
traditional songs and rhymes
stories and sensory activities
active listening
movement and grounding techniques
Sessions may be standalone or build on the FS2 Music Makers project. Based on the Kodály approach, sessions develop core musical skills including:
steady beat
rhythm
pitch
This lays the foundation for reading simplified music notation.
Term themes
Term 1 – Feel the Rhythm
reinforce steady beat and explore rhythm
Term 2 – First Steps in Notation
distinguish beat and rhythm
learn rhythm syllables
work with visual representations of rhythm
prepare pitch
Term 3 – Music Makers
deepen beat and rhythm skills
explore melodic shape
learn first pitch names
work with visual pitch representations
Instruments
voice
Session delivery
Session format
11 sessions per term
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup and pack-up
Project structure
Projects may be booked for 1, 2 or 3 consecutive terms. Terms are progressive, so term 1 must be completed before beginning term 2
Session 1: Head Start session (insert link)
Sessions 2 to 10: whole class teaching sessions
Session 11: either an in-school performance or a standard lesson
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 specialist
resources (for example scarves, Lycra and puppets)
a Scheme of Work mapped against the National Curriculum
KS1 assessment sheets to support staff in tracking pupils’ progress
What the school provides
completion of a brief pre-project questionnaire outlining lesson location, prior experience and individual needs
a suitable teaching space for whole-class delivery, including space for children to sit in and move around a circle
a separate space for the Head Start session (virtual resources available for other pupils on request)
school staff (for example a TA) to support the Head Start session
WiFi access and basic IT support where needed
engaged staff and positive behaviour support
whiteboard and speakers
Pricing
Subsidy tier
bronze
Session rate
£53.40
Costs
£587.00 for 1 term
£1,174.80 for 2 terms
£1,762.20 for 3 terms
Booking codes
MM1-Y1 for 1 term
MM2-Y1 for 2 terms
MM3-Y1 for 3 terms
Year 2 projects
Instrumental Superstars (Year 2)
Overview
Duration
1, 2 or 3 terms
Summary
High-quality, hands-on instrumental tuition delivered by a specialist tutor. Pupils develop new skills and experience the joy of making music together, supporting positive mental health and self-confidence.
Children will learn:
careful listening and musical awareness
keeping a steady beat and exploring simple rhythm patterns
starting and stopping together using clear cues
reading and following basic or graphic notation
singing and playing in simple parts (for example ostinati and story-based soundscapes)
how to hold and play classroom percussion safely and correctly
understanding when to join in and when to stay silent
creating their own ideas through guided improvisation
Instruments available
pBuzz
djembe
iPad
handheld classroom percussion
schools may use their own percussion or hire a mixed set
Session delivery
Session format
11 sessions per term
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup
Project structure
session 1: Head Start session (insert link)
sessions 2 to 10: whole class teaching sessions
session 11: either an in-school performance or standard lesson
potential inclusion in a Something for Summer programme (please discuss with tutor)
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 instrumental specialist
free loan of a full class set of instruments (up to 33 pupils)
a tailored scheme of work
What the school provides
completion of a pre-project questionnaire
suitable teaching space for whole-class delivery
separate space for the Head Start session
staff support for the Head Start session
secure, dry and temperate storage for instruments
WiFi access and basic IT support
engaged staff and positive behaviour support
whiteboard and speakers
Pricing
Subsidy tier
bronze
Session rate
£53.40
Costs
£587.40 for 1 term
£1,174.80 for 2 terms
£1,762.20 for 3 terms
Booking codes
INST1 for 1 term
INST2 for 2 terms
INST3 for 3 terms
Singing Superstars (Year 2)
Overview
Year group
year 2
Duration
1, 2 or 3 terms
Summary
A joyful, hands-on way to develop confident young singers and build a strong musical foundation.
Children will learn:
good posture and breathing technique for singing
active listening and awareness of how sound is controlled
embedding understanding of steady beat and rhythm
following graphic or simplified notation
following cues to start, stop and change dynamics
first steps towards part singing using echo songs and ostinati
Instruments
voice
Session delivery
Session format
11 sessions per term
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup
Project structure
session 1: Head Start session (insert link)
sessions 2 to 10: whole class teaching sessions
session 11: either an in-school performance or standard lesson
potential inclusion in a Something for Summer programme (please discuss with tutor)
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 instrumental specialist
free loan of a full class set of instruments (up to 33 pupils)
a tailored scheme of work
What the school provides
a completed brief pre-project questionnaire
suitable teaching space for the class and a separate space for the Head Start session (virtual resources available on request)
school staff support for Head Start sessions
secure, dry storage for instruments
wifi access and basic IT support
engaged staff and positive behaviour support
whiteboard and speakers
planning, supervision, and transport for the celebration concert (in-school or external)
Pricing
Subsidy tier
bronze
Subsidy rate
£53.40
Costs
£587.40 for 1 term
£1,174.80 for 2 terms
£1,762.20 for 3 terms
Booking codes
SING1 for 1 term
SING2 for 2 terms
SING3 for 3 terms
Teach Together Instrumental Superstars (Year 2)
Overview
Year group
year 2
Duration
minimum of 2 terms
Summary
Our KS1 Music / vocal specialist works closely with the class teacher to deliver high-quality music teaching and tailored support:
teaches a class of up to 33 pupils for 45 minutes
works alongside the classroom teacher or music co-ordinator/lead
provides reflection and tailored support for the classroom teacher through weekly 15-minute sessions (before or after teaching)
total engagement: 60 minutes per week
Instruments available
pBuzz
Session delivery
Session format
11 sessions per term
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup
Project structure
session 1: 60-minute collaborative reflection and planning session for inspiring music specialist and teacher
sessions 2 to 10: whole class teaching sessions
session 11: either in-school performance, standard lesson, or performance at a something for summer concert (subject to space in the programme)
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 instrumental specialist
free loan of a full class set of instruments (up to 33 pupils)
a tailored scheme of work
What the school provides
As per superstars projects plus:
the class teacher for 60 minutes per week (self-motivated to develop confidence in teaching music)
school staff (e.g. TA) to cover the class for the 60-minute planning session in week 1 (music resources available if needed)
school staff (e.g. TA) to cover the class for the weekly 15-minute reflection meeting with the inspiring music specialist
a suitable teaching space (classroom or hall)
an interactive whiteboard (IWB) and speaker system
Pricing
Subsidy tier
gold
Subsidy rate
£44.50
Costs
£979.00 for 2 terms
£1,468.50for 3 terms
Booking codes
TT-INST2 for 2 terms
TT-INST3 for 3 terms
Teach Together Singing Superstars (Year 2)
Overview
Year group
year 2
Duration
minimum of 2 terms
Summary
Our KS1 Music / vocal specialist works closely with the class teacher to deliver high-quality music teaching and tailored support:
teaches a class of up to 33 pupils for 45 minutes
works alongside the classroom teacher or music co-ordinator/lead
provides reflection and tailored support for the classroom teacher through weekly 15-minute sessions (before or after teaching)
total engagement: 60 minutes per week
Instruments available
voice
Session delivery
Session format
11 sessions per term
1 hour per session
45 minutes delivery
15 minutes setup
Project structure
session 1: 60-minute collaborative reflection and planning session for inspiring music specialist and teacher
sessions 2 to 10: whole class teaching sessions
session 11: either in-school performance, standard lesson, or performance at a Something for Summer concert (subject to space in the programme)
What Inspiring Music provides
KS1 instrumental specialist
free loan of a full class set of instruments (up to 33 pupils)
a tailored scheme of work
What the school provides
As per Superstars projects plus:
the class teacher for 60 minutes per week (self-motivated to develop confidence in teaching music)
school staff (e.g. TA) to cover the class for the 60-minute planning session in week 1 (music resources available if needed)
school staff (e.g. TA) to cover the class for the weekly 15-minute reflection meeting with the inspiring music specialist
a suitable teaching space (classroom or hall)
an interactive whiteboard (IWB) and speaker system
Pricing
Subsidy tier
gold
Subsidy rate
£44.50
Costs
£979.00 for 2 terms
£1,468.50for 3 terms
Booking codes
TT-SING2 for 2 terms
TT-SING3 for 3 terms
Superstars Combination Packages
Flexible, high-impact music projects that grow with your pupils - and offer better value the longer you commit.
Our combination packages support Instrumental Progression Pathways and deliver clear learning outcomes through structured, inclusive music-making.
Mixed Project
Programme overview
1 term Singing Superstars + 1 term Instrumental Superstars
Duration
2 terms (11 sessions per term)
Key benefits include
singing and instrumental learning
broadens musical experiences
cost effective
Pricing
Subsidy tier
silver
Session rate
£48.95
Total cost
£1,076.90
Booking code
INST-SING
Mixed - Focused Singing
Programme overview
2 terms Singing Superstars + 1 term Instrumental Superstars
Duration
3 terms (11 sessions per term)
Key benefits include
strengthens vocal development
supports continuation pathways
most cost-effective option
Pricing
Subsidy tier
gold
Session rate
£44.50
Total cost
£1,468.50
Booking code
SING-INST-SING
Mixed - Focused Instrumental
Programme overview
2 terms Instrumental Superstars + 1 term Singing Superstars
Duration
3 terms (11 sessions per term)
Key benefits include
strengthens instrumental progression
supports continuation pathways
most cost-effective option
Pricing
Subsidy tier
gold
Session rate
£44.50
Total cost
£1,468.50
Booking code
INST-SING-INST
Singing Assemblies
A six-week whole-school singing project
Our six-week Singing Assemblies project supports both pupils and staff to develop confident, joyful singing across the school. Alongside high-quality pupil sessions, the project upskills teachers, builds confidence, and equips staff with the tools to independently lead singing assemblies beyond the programme.
What pupils will learn
Key Stage 1
In Key Stage 1, Inspiring Music singing tutors deliver a series of engaging, high-quality singing assemblies designed to build early musical confidence and enjoyment.
Children will:
sing together confidently in unison
develop an understanding of pitch, phrasing, and emotional expression
explore dynamics and tempo, learning to sing louder and softer with control and intention
begin singing in rounds, supporting early harmonisation skills
build enthusiasm for music through active participation and shared performance
Sessions are inclusive, energetic, and designed to foster a positive relationship with singing from an early age.
Key Stage 2
In Key Stage 2, singing assemblies are delivered separately for Lower KS2 and Upper KS2 to ensure a differentiated and age-appropriate approach.
Children will:
expand their vocal range and accuracy through a varied and appropriate repertoire
develop improved pitch control and expressive phrasing
refine breath control and tackle more complex rhythms, including syncopation
deepen their understanding of dynamics and tempo changes to perform with musicality
sing in rounds, partner songs, and two-part harmonies to strengthen ensemble skills
explore music from a range of cultures, including singing in different languages
This progression supports confident group singing while broadening musical understanding and cultural awareness.
CPD support for staff
Optional CPD can be added to further support your school’s teaching staff, helping to develop confidence, skills, and subject knowledge so singing assemblies can be led independently in the future.
CPD sessions last 20 minutes each week
sessions can focus on the same small group of staff or rotate across 2–3 teachers per week
content is tailored to your school’s needs
Before the project begins, an initial virtual meeting will be arranged to understand your staff’s CPD requirements. One of our vocal specialists will contact you to schedule this meeting.
What Inspiring Music provides
a specialist singing tutor
high-quality singing resources based on Sing Up or Sparkyard
CPD support for teachers (if the CPD option is selected)
What schools provide
one member of staff per class (up to 30 pupils)
an appropriate space suitable for the number of pupils
WiFi access and basic IT support where required
engaged staff and positive behaviour support
a whiteboard and speakers
a suitable breakout space to host CPD immediately after singing assemblies
Important information to consider
Resources
Tutors use Sing Up or Sparkyard. Schools with an existing licence pay delivery costs only. Schools without a licence will need to purchase one at a subsidised rate. Licences cover the full academic year, supporting singing development beyond the six-week project.Delivery-only option
Tutor-led sessions without CPD are available at full cost recovery. A Sing Up or Sparkyard licence is still required, either existing or purchased at the subsidised rate.Session length and timing
All sessions are 20 minutes long for classes or Key Stage groups. Transition time is included within the 20 minutes, so careful planning is required to ensure groups are seated and ready to begin promptly.CPD sessions
When CPD is included, a dedicated 20-minute session follows singing assemblies for skill development and discussion with staff.Scheduling
Projects must be purchased as a package to align with tutor schedules. Session timings must run consecutively. We will do our best to accommodate school timetables.
Pricing and booking
Lower School – Singing Assemblies (6-week programme)
With CPD
Total weekly time: 1 hour
KS1 classes (20 minutes)
Lower KS2 classes (20 minutes)
CPD direct support for teachers (20 minutes)
Subsidy tier: Bronze
Hourly rate: £53.40
Total cost: £320.40
Booking code: 6WP-SALCPD
Delivery only*
Total weekly time: 40 minutes
KS1 classes (20 minutes)
Lower KS2 classes (20 minutes)
CPD direct support for teachers - not applicable
No ACE subsidy available
Hourly rate: £89.00
Total cost: £356.00
Booking code: 6WP-SALD
Primary School – Singing Assemblies (6-week programme)
With CPD
Total weekly time: 1 hour 20 minutes
KS1 classes (20 minutes)
Lower KS2 classes (20 minutes)
Upper KS2 (20 minutes)
CPD direct support for teachers (20 minutes)
Subsidy tier: Bronze
Hourly rate: £53.40
Total cost: £427.20
Booking code: 6WP-SAPCPD
Delivery only*
Total weekly time: 1 hour
KS1 classes (20 minutes)
Lower KS2 classes (20 minutes)
Upper KS2 (20 minutes)
CPD direct support for teachers - not applicable
No ACE subsidy available
Hourly rate: £89.00
Total cost: £534.00
Booking code: 6WP-SAPD
*Delivery-only options do not include the singing resources licence.
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