Tell us what you think about WFMS
We’re seeking feedback about Waltham Forest Music Service from parents and carers. All feedback is welcome, whether your child learns music with us or other providers, or if you have ideas about music experiences you’d like to see please tell us. Your views will help us plan future music education experiences in Waltham Forest, responses are welcome before Friday 19th May.
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Waltham Forest Children's Ukulele Club
For children aged 8-12, no experience needed, beginners are welcome. An excellent 'next step' for children who've played ukulele in their class at school. Bring your own ukulele or buy one from us.
NEW MEMBER OFFER - no fee for the first term
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Satellite Music School in Chingford
We are delighted to launch a new Music School held at Chingford C of E school. We offer 1-1 music lessons on Wednesdays and a creative music ensemble on Thursdays.
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Music School groups
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We welcome new members to all our groups and ensembles – a new school year is a great time for young people to join us, make music together and meet new friends. Come along and give us a try!
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1-2-1 instrumental and singing lessons
Individual 20 or 30 minute instrumental and vocal lessons are held face-to-face at our Music School at Walthamstow School for Girls. Lessons are taught Monday to Thursday after the school day and on Saturdays. We teach a range of orchestral and contemporary instruments including piano, guitar, drum kit, flute, violin and trumpet.
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Mini Musicians
Our music courses for babies, toddlers and children aged 4-6 years use a variety of musical activities to lay a musical foundation:
Music theory classes
Our theory classes are held in small, relaxed groups to help develop your child’s understanding of music and help them progress.
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Theory classes info and booking
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Instrument hire
Students having lessons in school or at our Music School with us can hire an instrument. Please contact us to hire or return instruments to our office which is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm during term time:
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020 8496 1584
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The Music Service office address is: The School Lodge, Woodbury Road, Walthamstow E17 9SB
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Teach with us!
Are you a music teacher and looking for a new challenge? Come and join our enthusiastic team of peripatetic music teachers! We work in schools across the borough on a diverse range of musical education experiences, offer competitive pay and professional development.
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WFMEH Inclusive Music Strategy 2021-2025
Our strategy sets out plan for building a culture of inclusive music education, where all children and young people are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives and where they can see the Hub providing a range of diverse musical opportunities and progression pathways.
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Who we are...
Waltham Forest Music Education Hub (WFMEH) was formed in 2018 and is led by Waltham Forest Music Service (WFMS).
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We believe that every child in Waltham Forest should have access to a high quality music education.
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We’re committed to making sure children and young people have a music education that’s inspiring, enjoyable and fun and are provided with challenge and opportunities to progress.
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