The National Education Plan for Music 2023, jointly produced by the Department for Education and
the Department for Digital Culture, Media and Sport, sets out the Government’s vision for music
education for 2030. But the question is, what does this really mean for music education in the UK?
The plan is aimed at making music tuition more accessible to all students, ensuring that music
remains an integral part of the national curriculum and making sure it supports “disadvantaged
pupils with significant music potential, enthusiasm and commitment.” At Totally RAD, it’s safe to say
that we’re very excited about the potential of this plan and the impact it could have on the lives of
young people up and down the country.
The National Education Plan for Music 2023 is divided into several key areas. Firstly, it aims to make
sure that every child has access to quality music education, regardless of their background or
circumstances. Something that’s intrinsically aligned with Totally RAD’s ethos. This means that
schools will be encouraged to offer a broad range of musical activities, and most importantly the
resources to enable that to happen.
The plan also includes case studies and resources aimed to provide practical guidance for early tears
providers schools, academy trusts, music hubs and others.” The report also emphasises the role of
schools at the centre of music education and how these facilities can and should be supported by
music hubs.
Now, as a pretty great music hub ourselves, we already know the value our services bring to schools.
Taking care of all admin needs, scheduling and tuition enquiries, we provide trusted, end-to-end,
full-service music tuition from skilled professionals – we even supply all music equipment free of
charge. So, it comes as no surprise that music hubs are sitting at the very centre of government
plans for a full music education reboot.
High quality music education enables lifelong benefits that go much further than simply learning to
play an instrument. Including improved cognitive benefits, better mental
wellbeing and greater academic success which is why it is vitally important that quality music education is accessible for everyone. And that is exactly
what music hubs are created to do, support educators, and ensure they have the necessary
resources and training to provide high-quality music education for students.
Another key aspect of the plan is promoting diversity and inclusivity in music education. This means
encouraging schools to offer a range of musical genres and styles, including those that may be less
well-known or underrepresented. At Totally RAD, this is quite literally, music to our ears, from guitar
to drums, piano to vocals, the violin to the ukulele, whatever music tastes our students have, we
have the skilled professionals to make your music dreams come true. And, with the 2023 plan also
aiming to increase opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to participate in music
education and perform in public, that means more live music from talented and passionate people –
what’s not to love?
At Totally RAD, we are excited to see what the results of the National Education Plan for Music 2023
will bring. We believe that music education should be accessible to all students, regardless of their
background, and we know what a profound impact music can have on young people's lives.
Our HUB services are designed to help schools and students achieve their music education goals. We
provide fully managed music tuition from professional, skilled, and vetted musicians, with services
ranging from face-to-face to in-school and online. Our mission is to help students develop their
musical skills and knowledge, while also promoting the many benefits of music education, including
improved mental health, cognitive function, and social connections.
The National Education Plan for Music 2023 represents a major step forward for music education in
the UK. By focusing on accessibility, quality, and inclusivity, the plan has the potential to transform
the lives of young people and ensure that music education remains a vital part of the national
curriculum. At Totally RAD, we're excited about the opportunities this plan presents and we look forward to playing our part in supporting its implementation. If you want to know more about how we can help your school achieve its music goals.