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BANDY
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BANDY is the school’s very own rock and pop band programme - giving children the chance to learn real instruments, play together as a group, and perform live in front of their school and community.
Each school day, Mr Crilley brings the BANDY programme into a different primary school. Alongside teaching the instruments, he has the absolute pleasure of making music with the children for an hour of fun, energy, and learning.
By the end of each term, the school’s very own BANDY group (or even multiple bands!) get the chance to perform in front of their school community at a special event - the BANDY Gig in School. It’s a brilliant way for children to showcase what they’ve been working on and to experience the buzz of performing live.
Beyond school, BANDY bands are often invited to perform at events such as summer fetes, village festivals, birthdays, and other celebrations - giving children the opportunity to take their music out into the wider community.
You can catch highlights, updates, and videos of recent BANDY performances on our Twitter/X page.
- Where it starts
Joining BANDY is designed for complete beginners, so no prior experience is needed, just enthusiasm! Children start learning real instruments in a fun, supportive way, often from as early as Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7).
- Working alongside schools
With years of experience across many schools, Mr Crilley understands how to adapt BANDY to fit each school’s ethos and community. Strong communication ensures the programme supports each school’s wider goals.
- All in school time
BANDY rehearsals take place during lunchtime or after school, with an additional lesson to help children prepare for band time.
- Interpersonal skill development
BANDY builds confidence, teamwork, friendship, and musicianship, giving children skills that last far beyond the stage.
- Gigs, gigs, gigs!
Every term ends with a BANDY Gig in School, where children perform for their classmates and teachers. Each gig boosts confidence, builds stage presence, and creates memories that inspire them to keep growing.
🎸 BANDY Benefits at a Glance!
✅ Confidence – performing in front of others builds self-belief.
✅ Teamwork – every band member has an important role to play.
✅ Discipline – clear A, B, C rules: Attendance, Behaviour, Commitment.
✅ Wellbeing – reduces stress and boosts positive emotions.
✅ Memory & Focus – learning songs sharpens concentration and recall.
✅ Health & Coordination – improves physical skills while burning energy.
✅ Community Spirit – school gigs, fetes, and festivals bring everyone together.
- Discipline
BANDY follows a clear A, B, C approach - Attendance, Behaviour, Commitment - to help children learn in a structured, positive environment.
- Wellbeing
Research shows that learning music reduces stress and anxiety while encouraging positive emotions. BANDY helps children feel happy, focused, and engaged at school.
- Mentality
Playing in a band requires memory, concentration, and problem-solving - skills that benefit learning across all subjects.
- Health
Music is physical as well as mental. Playing instruments burns energy, improves coordination, and develops motor skills, all while being fun.
