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Pupils at Gallions primary school come from the 5% most deprived households in the country. The money gives all children at Gallions the chance to learn an instrument. We run orchestras and choirs, loan free instruments to children to take home and provide extra lessons for pupils who show promise.
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Situation
Gallions primary school opened in September 1999 in Newham, East London. Newham is the 11th most deprived area in the country. The Winsor Park Estate is one of the poorest areas in Newham, consisting of 95% social housing. The school has a diverse ethnic intake with over 60 different languages being spoken by the pupils and staff. It is typical of this demographic that pupils attending this school have low expectations and achievements. Thanks to a dedicated music team, this is not the case.
Solution
We introduce music lessons to all children in reception and it is woven into life throughout the school. All start lessons on a string instrument in yr 2 and continue throughout their time at Gallions. We bring the children together through orchestras and ensembles and encourage them to believe that they can achieve anything through dedication and practice. Music is at the heart of our offering to vulnerable and SEN children and provides all kids with a common language to express their emotions.
