Schools
At Wigmore Hall our vision is for schools to have equitable access to music education through transformative creative experiences. Our current Schools offer includes our Partner Schools Programme, a pilot project in an Alternative Provision setting, specially designed series of Schools Concerts for EYFS and Key Stages 1 and 2, a range of free resources, live streams and activities for teachers and learners available to download from My Music Hub and free tickets for school groups to a selection of our main series concerts as part of the CAVATINA 25 scheme.
In partnership with our Partner Schools and Music Education Hubs, we lead a diverse range of activities to support selected schools in meeting their strategic priorities and aims through creative activity.
Partner Schools Programme
The Partner Schools Programme is a 3-year partnership involving Wigmore Hall, selected schools, and Music Education Hubs. Across the partnership, we collaborate with each Hub and school to devise a bespoke programme of work and opportunities which respond to the unique needs and aspirations of each school and help embed music into the culture, ethos and curriculum of schools. Through our long-term partnership and co-creation, the ultimate goal is for schools to become a ‘beacon school’ of high-quality musical practice, sharing their experience with other schools in the borough.
Thanks a million for the wonderful opportunity this project has offered our pupils. I can say without a shadow of doubt that this project has opened the door to more fun and exciting learning, in addition to working alongside excellent musicians. The singing skills have continued to improve, pupils’ performance levels and confidence is growing and the happiness and enthusiasm from staff to pupils is clearly visible. I can’t thank you enough for your vision of partnership with schools and we look forward to many exciting, uplifting and creative performances in the future. Thanks for your hard work and commitment to schools.
Headteacher, Partner School.
The first Partner School Programme was developed in 2015 – 2018 with Haringey Music Service and Risley Avenue Primary School, Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service and Lansbury Lawrence Primary School and the Tri-borough Music Hub and Flora Gardens Primary School. In 2021, Lansbury Lawrence Primary School went on to be the first school in Tower Hamlets to be awarded a Platinum Artsmark Award. Currently working in partnership with Haringey Music Service and Harrow Music Service, we are delighted that our Partner Schools for 2022 – 2025 are Brook House Primary School (Haringey) and Belmont School (Harrow).
We continue to measure the impact of this work with Sound Connections, using findings to inform our practice.
Wigmore Hall has continued to show itself to be a highly reflective organisation, demonstrating deep thinking around school engagement, and being flexible and able change its approaches as needed. It is a refreshing approach to programme design, and there is strong evidence that the WH is constantly improving and reviewing its understanding and knowledge of co-creation practice
Sound Connections Partner School Programme Summary Report May 2020
Opportunities to share practice across the borough is central to the programme, benefiting a greater number of teachers and pupils, fostering new relationships between cultural organisations, Music Education Hubs and schools, and providing a new model for working together.
We aim to inspire more schools to take a lead in strategically designing their own cultural education programme, drawing on the support of Music Education Hubs and cultural organisations.
Here is a short film about our Partner Schools Programmes:
Pilot project in an Alternative Provision setting
Having consulted with Tri-borough Music Hub, our local Music Education Hub, who identified a need for music engagement in Alternative Provision (AP) settings, we are excited to have launched a pilot project here in 2024. AP settings are for pupils who have been excluded from mainstream school, are at risk of exclusion or for another reason require alternative education.
Our creative music-making project is being led at Ormiston Bridge Academy in Hammersmith and Fulham, who provide education for up to 50 pupils, aged 5-16.
As the Headteacher reflects, projects like this are vital for young people who face many barriers to accessing music – some of the people who can benefit most from its transformative power:
They wouldn’t have gotten an opportunity to … play music before, we don’t have a music lesson here, we don’t have a music teacher. So they’re … getting opportunities to enrich their lives which maybe they wouldn’t have had previously. And I think that’s then giving them confidence and self-belief.
Headteacher
Wigmore Hall Schools Concerts are designed and programmed with careful consideration of the National Curriculum for Music; For EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. We deliver interactive concerts where pupils can participate in and experience high-quality live music. To extend learning beyond the concert, please visit our My Music Hub where you can access a range of free resources, live streams and activities for teachers and learners to explore the dimensions of music.
Home educators are warmly invited to take part in School Concerts.
Wed 24 Sep 2025
Wed 15 Oct 2025
We lead a range of interactive concerts at Wigmore Hall for EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
If you have booked for a Schools Concert, we look forward to welcoming your group! If you have yet to book, you can read about forthcoming schools concerts here.
Although Wigmore Hall staff will be on hand to help you where we can, school groups visiting the Hall must be accompanied by the appropriate number of responsible adults in accordance with the school’s policy. They are responsible for the group at all times.
Booking tickets
You can book tickets through the Box Office on 020 7935 2141.
Photography and Live Stream
At some of our concerts we may have an official photographer present and some concerts may be live-streamed. We will always ask for your permission before any photos or video are taken. We do not hold any images for which we do not have permission.
Images will only be used for a maximum of three years after the date of the event in Wigmore Hall publications and marketing materials, programme reports, press and media relating to the Wigmore Hall programme, the Wigmore Hall website and online social media. Following this three-year period, images will only be used in Wigmore Hall publications in an archival context, which includes their continued existence online in previous social media posts and webpages.
Toilets
Toilets can be found downstairs. There are 10 female cubicles and 3 male cubicles plus urinals and a separate disabled toilet. Please arrive in plenty of time for toilet visits before the concert.
Accompanying adults need to be aware that Wigmore Hall has toilets used by members of the public and should monitor toilet breaks appropriately.
Food and Drink
You are welcome to bring your own food and drink which can be eaten in the Bechstein Room after the concert. Please note space is strictly limited to 100 and must be booked in advance through the Box Office on 020 7935 2141. As an alternative, many groups also take their packed lunches to Cavendish Square which is 5 minutes’ walk away. We ask you not to take food or drink into the Auditorium.
Transport links and Parking
Information on transport links and parking
Access and Facilities
Information on access and facilities at Wigmore Hall
Cancelation Policy
If you need to return your Schools Concert tickets we will be happy to exchange them for a credit voucher, valid for a year.
Risk Assessment
Download the Wigmore Hall Concert/Event Risk Assessment
Wigmore Hall Safeguarding Policy
View here
COVID Safety Measures
All concerts will be run in accordance with current guidance from the UK Government and Public Health England.
For further information about our safety measures please see our FAQ page
Online resources
Any accompanying online resources will be emailed to bookers in advance of the concert. Free resources, live streams and activities for teachers and learners can be found at My Music Hub.