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Funding towards our bursary scheme will help us support 35 families living in challenging circumstances. Each child will recieve 2 years of access to our vibrant programme of learning, events and practice facilities. Activity will run from our inclusive venue in the heart of Bellingham, Lewisham
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Situation
Right now in Lewisham the opportunities for children to engage in music are uneven and all too often dependant family income. We have the highest proportion of children and young people (29.6%) living in economic deprivation in England. Through state funding children in primary school currently receive one year of free instrumental lessons. However without our support many of Lewisham's children will not continue to get access to these musical opportunities. Through our tailored programme of learning, events and mentoring we are here to change this!
Solution
Through our wide network of referral partners including social service, looked after children service, young carers teams, special schools etc. we will identify those children and young people most in need of bursary support. Each young person will be paired with one of our inspirational music mentors. They will benefit from a wide-ranging programme of individually tailored support for at least two years. The programme includes weekly tuition, instrument loan, music workshops and social events.
