Written question WQ85164

In our National Plan for Music Education, the ‘First Experiences’ programme will ensure that every child and young person in primary schools and settings has an equal opportunity to play, sing, take part in and create music. Through the programme, our children and young people will have opportunities to play a wide range of instruments and styles of music. Schools and settings can use these opportunities to support their delivery of the Expressive Arts Area in the Curriculum for Wales, by providing an inspirational starting point for the enjoyment of music. The programme will be offered to all primary schools and settings over the period of the Senedd and build upon their existing music provision. The lead body of the National Music Service will work with local authority music services to implement the programme and delivery will be for a minimum of six weeks.