Due to UK schools currently being closed due to COVID-19 we are offering 1-to-1 tutoring online. We are using a free video conferencing software called Zoom to administer online tutoring. We have used this method for several years as we are based in South London but have tutored children from different cities in the UK without them needing to travel a long distance to visit us. If you would like to book an online session please select your chosen time.

Please note we do not offer phone or email consultations or support but we will answer all your questions about the scholarship process in the 60 minute lesson.

And finally – please note that many parents contact us and ask us if we offer the exact test for download and can prepare them for the very same questions they will hear on the day of the test. The simple answer to this is no. Each school uses a different version of the MAT test and they change it each year. We offer sample training tests for online download that are very useful tools to help familiarise you with the style of tests you will hear on the day. We have been successfully preparing students for the first round of the scholarship using these tests for many years and we keep the tests updated regularly. The tests are based on the Standard MAT test but they also include one Enhanced Test that combines the extra features used by schools such as Ashmole and Habs/Prendergast. You can download the test materials here: https://musicaptitudetest.wordpress.com/.

Lesson Description

To help Year 4, 5 and 6 musicians prepare for the upcoming Music Scholarships for state secondary admissions. The session will focus on Music Aptitude Test training that is the first round of the selective music intake process.

If you would like to focus on Round Two, have your instrument(s) ready and we will listen to your audition piece(s) and give advice on performance as well as prep the interview questions with you.

This is an individual training session lasting 60 minutes. More than one session may be required to prepare you for the test. We will advise at the first lesson how many sessions are recommended.

Terms and Conditions: We cannot refund or reschedule the online lesson once booked. We can offer you a test Zoom call with one of our admin team before the scheduled lesson to test your connection is working if you have not used Zoom before. We can also offer the lesson by WhatsApp or FaceTime. Do ensure that you test this out well in advance of your booked lesson. Please also provide your contact details at the time of the lesson as we will call you if you do not log on to the session to assist you with setting up. Your session will begin and finish at the booked times.