Frequently Asked QUESTIONS

A full-day songwriting workshop takes a class of up to 25 children through the entire creative process - from generating ideas and writing lyrics to recording and performing their original song. By the end of the day, every child has contributed to a professionally produced track they can be proud of. Half-day sessions are also available and can be tailored to your curriculum needs.

Our workshops work best with groups of up to 25 children — roughly one class. This allows every child to have a meaningful role in the creative process. We don't run whole-school days in a single session, as the quality of the experience depends on keeping groups to a size where every voice is heard. If you have specific requirements, please get in touch and we'll find a solution that works.

We work with children and young people from Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 4, as well as in SEN and alternative provision settings. Our programmes are carefully adapted to suit the age, ability, and needs of each group. We have extensive experience working with children with additional learning needs, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and those in pupil referral units.

Thanks to grants, donations, and corporate sponsorships, we are usually able to offer workshops at a subsidised rate or fully funded. The availability of funding varies by location and time of year. If you're based in an area where we have active funding, your workshop may be completely free. If funding isn't currently available in your area, we'll always explore options with you - including connecting you with a potential sponsor. We never want cost to be a barrier.

A standard classroom works perfectly. We need access to power, a reasonable internet connection, and as little ambient noise as possible — particularly during the recording and performance elements of the day. We bring all the equipment, technology, and expertise. You just need to bring your class and an open mind.

Yes. Our workshops support a range of curriculum areas including English (creative writing, vocabulary, narrative), Music (composition, performance, music technology), PSHE (emotional literacy, resilience, anti-bullying), and SMSC (spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development). We can provide a curriculum mapping document on request.

Simply get in touch with your school name, location, and preferred dates. We'll confirm availability, discuss any specific requirements, and handle everything from there. Most schools book 4–8 weeks in advance, though we can sometimes accommodate shorter notice. 

Absolutely. We work with community groups, youth clubs, mental health services, pupil referral units, and other organisations supporting children and young people. Our community sessions are flexible and can be adapted to your group's meeting times, venue, and specific needs.

Community sessions can range from a single hour to a multi-week programme, depending on what your group needs and what funding is available. We've helped groups create songs in a single afternoon and supported others through six-month mentoring journeys. Flexibility is at the heart of how we work.

Yes — and this is some of our most important work. We have extensive experience delivering sessions in SEN settings, with young people with autism, SEMH needs, physical disabilities, and those who find traditional classroom environments challenging. Our approach is always person-centred, unhurried, and adapted to the individual. Over 90% of SEN workshop participants report improved confidence and self-expression.

We'd love to hear from you. Businesses can support our work in several ways: sponsoring a workshop (£575 funds one full-day session for a class of children), funding a school cluster through our Sponsor a School programme (£10,000–£25,000), or partnering with us on a named project or campaign. Corporate partnerships also offer employee engagement opportunities, including volunteering and team songwriting days.

Sponsors receive regular impact updates, recognition in our communications and on our website, and the knowledge that their investment is directly changing children's lives. We provide a full impact report at the end of each funded programme, including pupil outcomes, teacher feedback, and the songs created. Many of our corporate partners tell us it's the most meaningful CSR investment they've made.

Yes. The Songwriting Charity is a registered UK charity (No. 1146228). Corporate donations may be eligible for tax relief under Gift Aid and corporate giving rules. We recommend speaking with your finance team or accountant for specific advice.

They're in for a brilliant day! They'll work with a professional songwriter to write, record, and perform their own original song. There's no musical experience needed — just a willingness to have a go. By the end of the day, they'll have created something real and lasting that they can share with family and friends.

Yes. Our Stem Hub programme offers one-to-one music mentoring for young people who may be struggling with their mental health, confidence, or re-engaging with education. Sessions are available online or in a hybrid format. Referrals can be made by parents, schools, or other agencies. Find out more about Stem Hub by clicking here

Absolutely. Safeguarding is our highest priority. All team members hold Enhanced DBS clearance, and we operate under a comprehensive Safeguarding Policy (reviewed January 2026). All online sessions are recorded for safeguarding purposes. We are a registered UK charity, fully accountable to the Charity Commission.

We're always happy to talk. Whether you're a headteacher, a funder, a parent, or simply curious about what we do — drop us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.