Exwick Heights Hits the Right Note as a Devon Music Education Hub Lead School

Exwick Heights Primary School is proud to announce its selection as one of Devon Music Education Hub’s new ‘Lead Schools for Music.’ This prestigious recognition highlights the school’s outstanding commitment to high-quality music education and its ongoing efforts to inspire creativity and a love of music among pupils.

The announcement places Exwick Heights among an elite group of schools across Devon selected for their exceptional music provision and leadership. As a ‘Lead School’, Exwick Heights will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Department for Education’s National Plan for Music Education, working in collaboration with Devon Music Education Hub and other education partners.

The Devon Music Education Hub is committed to ensuring that every child and young person can access high-quality, inclusive music education. Working in partnership with schools, educators, and cultural organisations, the Hub supports musical learning across Devon, from first experiences of singing and playing, to nurturing professional aspirations. 

Funded by the Department for Education and Arts Council England, the Hub plays a key role in delivering the National Plan for Music Education and is led by Devon Education Services. Its mission is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and equality, helping all young people develop their musical potential and supporting schools in placing music at the heart of the curriculum.

At Exwick Heights, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, children gain a firm understanding of what music is through listening, singing, playing and composing across a wide range of historical periods, styles, traditions and musical genres. Each child is given regular opportunity to express themselves musically and to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence in making music. 

Mrs Gemma Wills, Headteacher at Exwick Heights Primary School said:

“We are absolutely thrilled to be recognised as a Lead School for Music. Music plays such an important part in our curriculum and wider school life. This opportunity allows us to not only continue developing our own practice, but also to support and inspire other schools across Devon.”

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said:

“This is a fantastic acknowledgment of the talent, creativity, and dedication shown by staff and pupils at Exwick Heights. We are incredibly proud of their work and excited to see how they will lead and shape music education across the region.”