The multi-award-winning primary music resource
Charanga Musical School: The multi-award-winning primary music resource
Fully-subsidised access — so there is no charge for your school
- Curriculum-aligned Schemes with comprehensive lesson plans for Curriculum for Excellence Music and Expressive Arts at P1–7.
- A customisable library of songs, courses and interactive teaching resources – including materials from the RSNO, Scotland’s National Orchestra.
- Extensive support for instrumental learning and creative music-making.
- Free CPD and teacher training.
Through music, learners have rich opportunities to be creative and to experience inspiration and enjoyment.
Why Musical School?
Musical School is an award-winning primary music education programme housed within Charanga’s configurable music teaching and learning platform. Follow a Scheme or access over 25,000 Charanga resources, creative tools, and more to deliver high-quality curriculum music in your school.
The program offers the flexibility to match your teaching style and timetable. Its planning support is comprehensive, yet uncomplicated. Whether you're new to teaching, just getting started with Charanga, or looking to enrich your curriculum, there's something for everyone.
Some fantastic materials from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, a dedicated area for Scottish music, song and video projects, and 21 song-based units in the Freestyle Library all allow you to broaden the range of material you use in your teaching. You can mix and match anything with your own uploaded materials, ready to share with your students.
More and more teachers are using Charanga’s Scheme-builder tool to create a bespoke curriculum for their school. Create a unique pathway for your school by combining Charanga resources with your own favourite teaching resources. Mix and match content from Charanga’s Schemes, Freestyle resources, song bank and instrumental courses.
Charanga’s approach to music education
Charanga’s Schemes reflect a considered, evidence-informed approach to music education.
their new Creative Music Scheme is fast becoming the most popular. Watch the video below for an overview of the curriculum.
Lessons include structured progression, building listening skills, vocal and instrumental technique, improvisation, and composition, with differentiation guidance built in for less confident learners and more advanced pupils.
Unlike conventional schemes, Charanga’s industry-leading digital tools are built into every lesson to amplify every child's creative voice. Resources support both subject knowledge and confidence in the classroom.
What teachers say
Musical School has given my staff the confidence and the resources to deliver exciting music lessons. The sessions are quick and easy to organise and can successfully be taught by non-music specialists. The children clearly enjoy the dynamic, fun and stimulating sessions, and our teachers are learning valuable new skills.
Help and support at every step
Subscribers are assigned a designated CPD and Training Manager, who will help you get the most from Musical School. Sign up, visit the CPD & Training Centre to register for a webinar, email training@charanga.com, or book an online meeting using the Charanga Connect service.
- Suitable for music specialists and generalists
- Used by over 70,000 teachers
- Free CPD, training and support from a designated Charanga contact
- Over 96% of users report a positive impact on the quality of their teaching and pupil attainment
Musical School is
fully-subsidised
by Dumfries and Galloway YMI
See what Musical School can do for you and the young people you work with.
- Week-by-week lessons for students aged 5–11
- A customisable library of songs, creative tools and interactive teaching resources
- YuStudio®, a beginner-friendly DAW for schools
- Unlimited access for every teacher and student at your school