Music at Miles Franklin Primary School

Miles Franklin Primary School has a musical tradition going back to the early 1980s, when the Music Scheme commenced, enabling private music teachers to come into the school to give lessons for a fee to school children. This scheme continues to operate (see music-in-school for more details).

Each year, the Music Scheme runs a Music Festival in August, providing an opportunity for children learning music at school, and children from outside the school, to perform in public. As well as giving a focus for the music tuition, it also builds the confidence of children, giving a public demonstration of success in what they have done. Although prizes are awarded in the form of ribbons, the achievement of each child is recognized through receiving participation certificates. See Music Festival for more details.

The Music Scheme is run by parents of children at the school, and provides a way to become involved in the music life of the community. There are always jobs to help with, particularly as the Music Festival approaches. Parental involvement is strongly encouraged, and the harmonious relationships arising in the committee from working to improve the school culture is valued by everyone.