Outwood Primary Academy Alne appointed as ‘Lead School’ for Music Hub
Outwood Primary Academy Alne has been appointed as a Lead School for music in North Yorkshire, a prestigious designation mandated by the Department for Education (DfE) and overseen by Arts Council England (ACE).
As part of the national network of Music Hubs, Outwood Primary Academy Alne will now serve as a strategic partner within the Local Authority. The academy will play a pivotal role in championing music education, boosting collaboration, and elevating the quality of co-curricular music provision for students across the region.
The DfE requires Music Hubs to identify Lead Schools that demonstrate exceptional commitment to the arts. The school has been chosen because it “exemplifies high-quality music provision and teaching.”
The music provision at the school offers significant curriculum time for music, extra-curricular opportunities, inclusive provision and professional development for teachers. In this new role, Outwood Primary Academy Alne will support the wider Hub network by:
Sharing best practices for high-quality music pedagogy and curriculum design.
Supporting the growth of co-curricular music activities in neighbouring schools.
Engaging with the Arts Council England vision to ensure every child has access to a rich musical education.
The appointment follows a rigorous selection process and reflects the school’s existing reputation for musical excellence.
Michelle Dawson, principal at Outwood Primary Academy Alne, commented:
“We are thrilled to be named a Music Hub Lead School. It recognises the hard work of experienced, dedicated colleagues who always go above and beyond to deliver exceptional music provision. We look forward to working alongside our partners to ensure that music remains at the heart of our community and continues to inspire children across the area.”
