Lesson Information
At County High, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality instrumental and voice lessons, delivered by experienced specialist teachers.
Find out more about our Instrumental Teachers here: Our Instrumental Teachers
Private lessons are available on a variety of instruments and voice, offered in 20-minute or 30-minute sessions. Financial support is available for Pupil Premium (this includes pupils entitled to Free School Meals in the last 6 years) and on certain instruments (see ‘Financial Support’ below).
For the 2026–2027 academic year, lesson fees for new students are set in line with the Musicians’ Union recommended rate:
● £22.75 per 30 minute lesson
● £15.15 per 20 minute lesson
Lessons are weekly and the timetable is rotated so that students do not miss the same lesson each week. It is the student’s responsibility to check their lesson time at the start of the day and parents/students will be expected to contact teachers in advance of any planned absence.
Financial Support
We are committed to making music accessible for all students. the following lesson subsidies are available for the 2026-2027 academic year and can be applied for here:
- Who is eligible?
- Year 7-9 students
- Year 10 & 11 students studying GCSE Music
- Available Subsidies
- 50% discount for Pupil Premium (this includes those students entitled to Free School Meals or who have been in receipt of free school meals in the past six years) – one instrument or voice
- 50% discount for strings, brass and woodwind lessons (limited availability)
- 50% discount for voice lessons for GCSE Music students who do not play an instrument
Please note:
- Pupil Premium students are not eligible to receive more than one type of discount
- Subsidies are limited to a maximum of 30 lessons per academic year
- Year 11 subsidies end at Easter
All subsidies will be reviewed annually. Applying for a subsidy
Enrichment
Students receiving lessons are expected to actively engage in the wider musical life of the school. This includes:
- Participation in Choir, Orchestra or Jazz Band
These opportunities help students develop their musicianship, confidence and a sense of community.
Booking & Contact Information
Lessons are arranged directly with our visiting music teachers.
To book lessons or make an enquiry, please contact the relevant teacher using the details below.
If you wish to apply for a subsidy please complete this form
If taking lessons is dependent on the subsidy being approved, please wait until confirmation is received in September before contacting the relevant teacher.
| Instrument | Teacher | Email address |
| Violin, Viola & Piano | Ms F Seldis | fseldis@countyhigh.uk |
| Cello & Double Bass | Ms C Bostock | sberridge@countyhigh.uk |
| Saxophone & Clarinet | Mr P Robson | probson@countyhigh.uk |
| Flute | Ms J Francis | jfrancis@countyhigh.uk |
| Trumpet, Trombone & French Horn | Mr J Jermy | jjermy@countyhigh.uk |
| Guitar & Bass | Mr K Younger | kyounger@countyhigh.uk |
| Drumkit | Mr J Taylor | jtaylor@countyhigh.uk |
| Voice | Ms R McMillan | rmcmillan@countyhigh.uk |
For any other music-related enquiries, please contact Mr S Berridge, Head of Music sberridge@countyhigh.uk