Service to schools
IMS is a rapidly expanding music service that provides instrumental tutors to over 85 schools, colleges and universities within the South West. We offer premium standard tuition at a realistic cost, sometimes half that charged by LEA music services.
IMS provides:
- FREE Musical presentations for schools and colleges in Devon, Cornwall & Somerset
The opportunity for all pupils to receive tuition in most instruments - Maintenance of your department’s instruments where possible
- IMS takes responsibility for all parental contact including invoicing and reports
- Help sometimes available with purchasing of instruments
- A realistic cost… sometimes half of that charged by LEAs
- A course of between 30 and 33 lessons supplied per year to suit your academic year arrangements
- 15, 20, 30, 40, 45 or 60 minute shared and/or individual lessons… your choice!
- Registers, timetables, letters, report forms are supplied as standard
- Regular contact with your music department
- GDPR Compliant, Safeguarding Trained Teachers, who are registered with the DBS Update Service
To the Parents:
- Parents/Guardians of pupils are sent a simple, clear and concise agreement which protects pupils, teachers and the school
- IMS provides a professional and efficient invoicing service for music lesson fees
- Expert advice is offered on the purchase of suitable instruments and music
- Exam entry recommended when the appropriate standard has been attained
- Regular contact with your child’s tutor and progress reports upon request


IMS Teachers Are:
- Selected for their musicianship, and ability to communicate effectively
- DBS Checked (enhanced) and registered with the DBS Update Service
- Offered professional development & CPD days
- Kept informed of OFSTED requirements
- Able to support your music curriculum
- Friendly and helpful, and ready to provide feedback about lessons
Our Mission Statement
“To encourage an enjoyment of music, whatever the style, and to ensure a firm educational base enabling a high degree of musicianship”