Help Shape the Future of Music Education in Dorset & Somerset

Date:

February 5, 2026

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2 minutes

Help Shape the Future of Music Education in Dorset & Somerset

Octagon Music Hub has launched a set of stakeholder surveys to help inform the future direction of music education and creative opportunities for children and young people across Dorset and Somerset.

These surveys are a vital part of our ongoing work to ensure that decisions are needs-led, evidence-based and shaped by the voices of those who learn, teach, support and deliver music across our communities.

Why are we running these surveys?

We want to better understand:

what is working well in music education locally
where there are gaps, barriers or unmet needs
how support, partnership working and investment can be improved

The feedback we receive will directly inform:

future priorities for the Music Hub
commissioning and partnership decisions
workforce development and training
how we support access, inclusion and progression

Who are the surveys for?

There are five short surveys, each designed for a specific group:

Children & young people
Parents & carers
Schools and education settings
Individuals working in the music education and creative workforce
Music education organisations, groups and partners

Each survey is tailored to the experiences and perspectives of that group, and most take around 5–10 minutes to complete.

How will responses be used?

All responses will be handled in line with data protection requirements. Findings will be used in aggregate to support planning and decision-making and to ensure the Hub’s work reflects the realities and aspirations of those it serves.

How to take part

You can access the relevant survey via the links below:

We encourage anyone who is part of the music education ecosystem in Dorset or Somerset to take part and to share the surveys with others who may wish to contribute.

Thank you for helping us shape the future of music education across the region.

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