The Octagon Music Hub works with a wide range of education settings across Somerset and Dorset to ensure that children and young people can access high-quality music education and opportunities to progress.

Through a partnership of music organisations, schools and educators, we support activity that enables young people to make music, develop their skills and experience the joy of performing and creating together.

Our work spans the full educational journey from early years settings through to secondary schools, as well as specialist provision including SEND schools, PRUs and alternative provision.

Different settings engage with the Hub in different ways. Some access curriculum support, instrumental programmes and ensembles, while others take part in creative projects, inclusive music activity or targeted programmes supporting children facing barriers to participation.

Find support for your setting

You can explore how the Hub works with different types of education settings below:

• Music in Schools (Primary, Middle & Secondary) Information about instrumental programmes, curriculum support, ensembles and progression opportunities for schools.
• Early Years Settings Support for nurseries, preschools and early childhood settings to embed music in early development.
• Lead Schools Schools working with the Hub to strengthen music provision and share practice across the region.
• PRUs & Alternative Provision Creative music programmes supporting young people in specialist and alternative education settings.
• SEND Settings Inclusive music opportunities designed to ensure accessibility for all children and young people.

If you are unsure which area is most relevant for your setting, the OMH team will be happy to help guide you.