Music Education in School

The National Curriculum for England includes Music as a statutory entitlement for all children aged 5-14. From the age of 14 students may choose to study for the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and from 16 onwards study a range of courses which can lead to university entrance.

All nations have similar examination structures with the Scottish system being to most distinct.

The Welsh curriculum and the N. Ireland curriculum have the same status as in England although the content varies. In Scotland the Scottish curriculum has the status of guidance and music is part of the Expressive Arts.