St John The Baptist Primary School, Portadown
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An Important Message for the Parents of Children in P4/ R4 - STRING TUITION 2026-2027

20th Apr 2026

Expression of Interest for EA Music Tuition

Dear Parent/Carer,

Thank you for showing interest in EA Music tuition. As part of our mission to provide high‑quality musical opportunities, we are delighted to invite families to take part in the updated registration process for new instrumental learners beginning September 2026.

Learning an instrument supports children’s creativity, cognitive development, confidence, emotional expression, and social connection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUqmMBiba5U

  • Places are limited. Places will be allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
  • Instrument family allocation (strings, brass, etc.) will be determined by tutors using their professional judgement and subject to stock availability.
  • The cost for lessons is £5.50 per group lesson, with £50 per year for instrumental hire.
  • Children with FSME receive 70% remission on all EA Music fees.

Expression of Interest timeline

 

Schools share parental information.

Week beginning 20th April

Parents submit Expression of Interest using online form (see FLYER for QR code or link below).

https://tinyurl.com/EAPortadowntuition

Opens 27th April 9.00am, Closes 1st May 5.00pm

Places allocated in order of submission.

Week commencing 18th May

Tutors confirm specific instrument.

By 5 June

Parents complete online registration (FLYER with registration info distributed by EA Music tutor).

By 19th June 2026

Tuition begins for fully registered pupils

w/b 1 September 2026

 

Thank you for submitting an expression of interest in EA Music tuition.

Warm regards,
EA Music