Strictly Viola at Dundonald Primary

Strictly Viola at Dundonald Primary

Learn viola at school

We are delighted to announce a new 5 week introduction to viola group lesson. This is open to pupils in years 2-6 , led by Helena Hafsteinsdóttir (Miss H).

The lesson will take place on Mondays from 3:15pm to 4:00pm (starting 9th of November) and will provide children with the opportunity to learn and develop their violin skills in a fun and supportive environment. Whether your child is a complete beginner or has some previous experience, they are welcome to join.

Cost = £15 for 5 weeks (inclusive of instrument hire fee). After the 5 week course finishes, your child will be entitled to a 25% discount on the cost of 1-1 or small group lessons at school or an MMF music centre and instrument hire during the Spring Term.

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Key Info

The cost of this group is subsidised by Merton Music Foundation, the total fee is £15 (including instrument hire) for 5 weeks.

Continuation discount

After the 5 week course finishes, your child will be entitled to a 25% discount on the cost of 1-1 or small group lessons at school or an MMF music centre and instrument hire during the Spring Term.

Club Details

  • Dates: Mondays from the 9th of November – 7th of December (5 weeks)
  • Time: 3:15pm – 4:00pm
  • Led by: Helena Hafsteinsdóttir (Miss H)
  • Year Groups: Year 2-6

To progress on their instrument, we recommend that all students practise regularly between lessons. Your child’s tutor will provide them with a practice booklet. Please use this to support their practise and to communicate with the tutor when needed.

MMF’s TEMPO Fund Discount Scheme aims to ensure that financial hardship does not prevent any child from receiving instrumental tuition from us.

What is TEMPO Fund

Our TEMPO Fund Discount Scheme supports eligible pupils by subsidising the cost of lessons and instrument hire fees.

Eligible pupils will receive 25% off the large group lesson fees.

Eligibility Criteria

Children (aged 5-18) whose parents/guardians receive:

  • Income Support
  • Universal Credit
  • Working Tax Credit
  • Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (provided you have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)

Find out more about MMF’s TEMPO Fund

We will usually invoice new pupils within a few weeks of registration. Invoices are completed in batches and sent out via email. Once you have received your invoice, you can pay online via your account.