Key Stage 3+
Special School Provision - Students working at or above KS3 level, those who have ASD, MLD, ADHD, or SLCN.
Future Makers: Creative Journeys with Music and Tech
1 – Micro:Beat
In this workshop, students learn the basics of block-based coding using the Micro:Bit and discover how technology can be used to produce and control sound. They develop collaborative performance skills through graphic notation and apply musical concepts, including rhythm, melody, and movement. Along the way, they measure environmental data like light levels to influence musical outputs and engage in creative problem-solving through hands-on experimentation.
2 – Designing Digital Instruments
Students use design thinking to create their own playable digital instruments, experimenting with conductivity and everyday materials such as cardboard and foil. They develop teamwork skills through shared instrument creation and build confidence by making and performing original music. The process fosters innovation through practical, hands-on activities and explores how physical interaction can be transformed into digital sound.
3 – Musical Video Game Coding
Students design a world where sound and gameplay collide. Using gamified coding, they link movement, visuals, and sound to create immersive environments with custom sound effects. They compose title music with a built-in synthesiser and staff notation, reinforcing key musical concepts such as pitch, rhythm, and structure. Alongside creativity and autonomy, the workshop promotes classroom collaboration while introducing the basics of UI/UX and creative digital storytelling.
FAQs
Timetable
Sessions can be scheduled at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, and 1:00 pm (with a lunch break in between).
We offer flexible formats such as:
4 sessions of 30 minutes
4 sessions of 1 hour
2 extended sessions of 2 hours
We’re happy to adapt the timetable based on your pupils’ needs—let’s have a chat to plan what works best for your school.
What equipment do we need to provide?
A teaching computer, a smartboard, internet access, and one device (laptop or tablet) between two pupils.
How many pupils can take part?
Up to 12 pupils per session in Special School settings.
Where will the session take place?
A classroom equipped with a smartboard and a teaching computer. Pupils can visit our tutor in smaller groups of 2 to 10, with each session lasting 20 to 45 minutes. Alternatively, our tutor can move between classrooms, allowing sufficient travel time across the school.
DBS and Safeguarding
All our staff are DBS-checked and will bring both their DBS certificate and photo ID on the day. You’ll also receive our DBS details, letter of assurance, insurance, and disqualification declaration two weeks, one week, and one day before the session—along with any web links that may need unblocking.
Will teachers get resources afterwards?
Yes – teachers receive follow-up materials and access to our STEAM Corner online learning platform.